Additive manufacturing powders require controlled chemistry, purity, particle size, and flowability. Steel and alloy powders are certified, traceable, and quality‑checked to ensure stable processing, consistent microstructure, and reliable component performance.
Powders for Additive Manufacturing are critical raw materials that directly determine process stability, part quality, and mechanical performance of additively manufactured components. Material requirements are highly demanding, as powders must ensure consistent layer deposition, stable melting or sintering behavior, and reproducible microstructures. Key parameters include controlled chemical composition, high purity, low oxygen and moisture content, and minimal contamination. Powder morphology is equally important: high sphericity, smooth surface condition, and a narrow particle size distribution are essential for good flowability and uniform packing density. Steel and alloy powders commonly used include stainless steels, maraging steels, tool steels, low‑alloy steels, and nickel‑based alloys. These materials are selected for their strength, fatigue resistance, corrosion resistance, and suitability for post‑processing heat treatments. Quality features focus on certified powder production, batch‑to‑batch consistency, full traceability, and controlled powder handling and reuse. Comprehensive powder characterization, process qualification, and incoming inspection ensure reliable performance and compliance with demanding industrial and aerospace standards.
L175PA is characterized by a high tensile strength combined with very good ductility. Due to its biocompatibility and corrosion resistance, it is often used in orthopedic surgery as a joint replacement or as part of various implants, as well as in dental technology. Properties > Corrosion resistance > high Elasticity > high Hardness
Citește mai multThe BÖHLER L718 AMPO is a hardenable nickel-base super alloy. This high heat-resistant material shows good strength properties at elevated temperatures up to 750 ° C, as well as excellent creep resistance up to 700 ° C. In addition, it shows excellent corrosion resistance and good printability. Essentially, the same properties can be achieved with printed components made from this powder as with bar material.
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