SLM Metal 3D Printing Technology Specifications
SLM (Sértæk leysisbræðsla) Material Properties and Applications
| Metal 3D Printing Technology | Tegund efnis | Abbreviation | Material Status | Algeng eftirvinnsla | Þolmörk | Processing Advantages | Processing Disadvantages | Application Fields | Maximum Build Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLM | Álblöndu | AL | Metal powder | Sandblasting, Anodized Matte Black, Fæging, Electroplating, Passivation, Spray Painting/Powder Coating | Based on 3D drawing assessment, post-printing accuracy for smaller dimensions (within 50mm) is approximately ±0.2mm. Secondary precision machining required for accuracy below ±0.1mm | Lightweight material, fast heat dissipation, good electrical and thermal conductivity | Support removal is troublesome after printing, rough surface, secondary processing required for high precision requirements | Frumgerðir, bifreiða, læknisfræði, digital electronics, leikföng, vélrænum búnaði, loftrými, o.s.frv. | 420*225*260mm |
| Ryðfrítt stál | SS | Metal powder | Sandblasting, Fæging, Electroplating, Passivation, Spray Painting/Powder Coating | Rust-proof, excellent corrosion resistance, ideal for mirror finish effects | |||||
| Títan álfelgur | TC4 | Metal powder | Sandblasting, Fæging, Spray Painting/Powder Coating | High strength with low density, good mechanical properties, toughness and corrosion resistance | 150*150*200mm | ||||
| Die Steel | CX | Metal powder | Sandblasting, Heat Treatment | High toughness and good thermal resistance | Rough surface, requires secondary processing | Plastic, die-casting, shoe mold and other mold industries | 250*250*300mm | ||
| 1.2709 | Metal powder | High toughness and good thermal resistance | |||||||
| Nikkel – based Superalloys | GH4169 | Metal powder | Hot isostatic pressing (HIP) , solution treatment and aging, machining | Superior high-temperature strength (>800°C) Excellent oxidation/corrosion resistance Tailorable γ′ precipitation hardening High design freedom for complex geometries | High crack sensitivity, Strict parameter control required, Costly post-processing, High powder cost/reactivity | Aerospace, energy, high-temperature corrosion-resistant industrial systems | 250*250*300mm |
| Metal 3D Printing Technology | SLM |
| Tegund efnis | Álblöndu |
| Abbreviation | AL |
| Material Status | Metal powder |
| Algeng eftirvinnsla | Sandblasting, Anodized Matte Black, Fæging, Electroplating, Passivation, Spray Painting/Powder Coating |
| Þolmörk | Based on 3D drawing assessment, post-printing accuracy for smaller dimensions (within 50mm) is approximately ±0.2mm. Secondary precision machining required for accuracy below ±0.1mm |
| Processing Advantages | Lightweight material, fast heat dissipation, good electrical and thermal conductivity |
| Processing Disadvantages | Support removal is troublesome after printing, rough surface, secondary processing required for high precision requirements |
| Application Fields | Frumgerðir, bifreiða, læknisfræði, digital electronics, leikföng, vélrænum búnaði, loftrými, o.s.frv. |
| Maximum Build Size | 420*225*260mm |
| Metal 3D Printing Technology | SLM |
| Tegund efnis | Ryðfrítt stál |
| Abbreviation | SS |
| Material Status | Metal powder |
| Algeng eftirvinnsla | Sandblasting, Fæging, Electroplating, Passivation, Spray Painting/Powder Coating |
| Þolmörk | Based on 3D drawing assessment, post-printing accuracy for smaller dimensions (within 50mm) is approximately ±0.2mm. Secondary precision machining required for accuracy below ±0.1mm |
| Processing Advantages | Rust-proof, excellent corrosion resistance, ideal for mirror finish effects |
| Processing Disadvantages | Support removal is troublesome after printing, rough surface, secondary processing required for high precision requirements |
| Application Fields | Frumgerðir, bifreiða, læknisfræði, digital electronics, leikföng, vélrænum búnaði, loftrými, o.s.frv. |
| Maximum Build Size | 420*225*260mm |
| Metal 3D Printing Technology | SLM |
| Tegund efnis | Títan álfelgur |
| Abbreviation | TC4 |
| Material Status | Metal powder |
| Algeng eftirvinnsla | Sandblasting, Fæging, Spray Painting/Powder Coating |
| Þolmörk | Based on 3D drawing assessment, post-printing accuracy for smaller dimensions (within 50mm) is approximately ±0.2mm. Secondary precision machining required for accuracy below ±0.1mm |
| Processing Advantages | High strength with low density, good mechanical properties, toughness and corrosion resistance |
| Processing Disadvantages | Support removal is troublesome after printing, rough surface, secondary processing required for high precision requirements |
| Application Fields | Frumgerðir, bifreiða, læknisfræði, digital electronics, leikföng, vélrænum búnaði, loftrými, o.s.frv. |
| Maximum Build Size | 150*150*200mm |
| Metal 3D Printing Technology | SLM |
| Tegund efnis | Die Steel |
| Abbreviation | CX |
| Material Status | Metal powder |
| Algeng eftirvinnsla | Sandblasting, Heat Treatment |
| Þolmörk | Based on 3D drawing assessment, post-printing accuracy for smaller dimensions (within 50mm) is approximately ±0.2mm. Secondary precision machining required for accuracy below ±0.1mm |
| Processing Advantages | High toughness and good thermal resistance |
| Processing Disadvantages | Rough surface, requires secondary processing |
| Application Fields | Plastic, die-casting, shoe mold and other mold industries |
| Maximum Build Size | 250*250*300mm |
| Metal 3D Printing Technology | SLM |
| Tegund efnis | Die Steel |
| Abbreviation | 1.2709 |
| Material Status | Metal powder |
| Algeng eftirvinnsla | Sandblasting, Heat Treatment |
| Þolmörk | Based on 3D drawing assessment, post-printing accuracy for smaller dimensions (within 50mm) is approximately ±0.2mm. Secondary precision machining required for accuracy below ±0.1mm |
| Processing Advantages | High toughness and good thermal resistance |
| Processing Disadvantages | Rough surface, requires secondary processing |
| Application Fields | Plastic, die-casting, shoe mold and other mold industries |
| Maximum Build Size | 250*250*300mm |
| Metal 3D Printing Technology | SLM |
| Tegund efnis | Nikkel – based Superalloys |
| Abbreviation | GH4169 |
| Material Status | Metal powder |
| Algeng eftirvinnsla | Hot isostatic pressing (HIP) , solution treatment and aging, machining |
| Þolmörk | Based on 3D drawing assessment, post-printing accuracy for smaller dimensions (within 50mm) is approximately ±0.2mm. Secondary precision machining required for accuracy below ±0.1mm |
| Processing Advantages | Superior high-temperature strength (>800°C) Excellent oxidation/corrosion resistance Tailorable γ′ precipitation hardening High design freedom for complex geometries |
| Processing Disadvantages | High crack sensitivity, Strict parameter control required, Costly post-processing, High powder cost/reactivity |
| Application Fields | Aerospace, energy, high-temperature corrosion-resistant industrial systems |
| Maximum Build Size | 250*250*300mm |
Plastic 3D Printing Technologies Comparison
Material Properties and Applications of Various Plastic 3D Printing Methods
| 3D Prenttækni | Efnisflokkur | Nafn efnis | Litavalkostur | Eftirvinnsla | Málnákvæmni | Kostir | Takmarkanir | Umsóknir | Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLA | Photopolymer Resin | ABS-like | White | Sanding, Bead Blasting, Painting, Silkscreen, Vacuum Plating, UV Coating, Laser Engraving | ±0.2-0.5mm | Hagkvæmt, Fast turnaround, Assembling capability, No size restrictions | Brittle material, Heat resistance \\\~40°C, Yellowing over time without coating, Limited reuse of threaded holes | Frumgerðir, Automotive, Læknisfræði, Rafeindatækni, Toys, Machinery, Aerospace | 1200×600×400 |
| ABS-like | Yellow | Hagkvæmt, Fast turnaround, Assembling capability, No size restrictions | Brittle material, Heat resistance \\\~40°C, Yellowing over time without coating, Limited reuse of threaded holes | ||||||
| ABS-like | Green | Hagkvæmt, Fast turnaround, Assembling capability, No size restrictions | Brittle material, Heat resistance \\\~40°C, Yellowing over time without coating, Limited reuse of threaded holes | ||||||
| ABS-like | Black | Hagkvæmt, Fast turnaround, Assembling capability, No size restrictions | Brittle material, Heat resistance \\\~40°C, Yellowing over time without coating, Limited reuse of threaded holes | ||||||
| SLA | Photopolymer Resin | PC-like | Transparent | Sanding, Fæging, Bead Blasting, Painting, Silkscreen, Vacuum Plating, Laser Engraving | ±0.2-0.5mm | Affordable pricing, Quick cycle time, Assembly possible, Unlimited size capacity | 90% transparency max (vs CNC machining), Limited optical clarity | Transparent parts, Lampshades, Display models | 600×600×400 |
| PC-like | Semi-Transparent | Affordable pricing, Quick cycle time, Assembly possible, Unlimited size capacity | 90% transparency max (vs CNC machining), Limited optical clarity | ||||||
| SLS | Nylon | PA | Black/White | Engin | ±0.3mm | Wear-resistant, High temperature tolerance | Rough surface finish, Not suitable for bonding | Home Appliances, Power Tools, Automotive Components | 200×200×100 |
| DLP | Rautt vax | – | Rauður | Engin | ±0.1mm | Mikil nákvæmni, Fín smáatriði getu | Hærri kostnaður, Takmörkuð byggingarstærð | Skartgripir, Aukabúnaður, Hreyfimyndalíkön | 200×100×200 |
| FDM | Inkjet Fused Filament | PLA, TPU, PA, carbon fiber, PC, ABS | Multiple colors available | Grinding, fægja, sandblasting, spraying, silk – screening, laser leturgröftur, o.s.frv. | ±0,05 mm | Margir litir, various materials, kostnaður – effective, no size restrictions | Rough surface | Crafts, lighting fixtures, húsbúnaður, animation and comics, o.s.frv. | 1000*1000*500 |
| 3D Prenttækni | SLA |
| Efnisflokkur | Photopolymer Resin |
| Nafn efnis | ABS-like |
| Litavalkostur | White |
| Eftirvinnsla | Sanding, Bead Blasting, Painting, Silkscreen, Vacuum Plating, UV Coating, Laser Engraving |
| Málnákvæmni | ±0.2-0.5mm |
| Kostir | Hagkvæmt, Fast turnaround, Assembling capability, No size restrictions |
| Takmarkanir | Brittle material, Heat resistance \\\~40°C, Yellowing over time without coating, Limited reuse of threaded holes |
| Umsóknir | Frumgerðir, Automotive, Læknisfræði, Rafeindatækni, Toys, Machinery, Aerospace |
| Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) | 1200×600×400 |
| 3D Prenttækni | SLA |
| Efnisflokkur | Photopolymer Resin |
| Nafn efnis | ABS-like |
| Litavalkostur | Yellow |
| Eftirvinnsla | Sanding, Bead Blasting, Painting, Silkscreen, Vacuum Plating, UV Coating, Laser Engraving |
| Málnákvæmni | ±0.2-0.5mm |
| Kostir | Hagkvæmt, Fast turnaround, Assembling capability, No size restrictions |
| Takmarkanir | Brittle material, Heat resistance \\\~40°C, Yellowing over time without coating, Limited reuse of threaded holes |
| Umsóknir | Frumgerðir, Automotive, Læknisfræði, Rafeindatækni, Toys, Machinery, Aerospace |
| Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) | 1200×600×400 |
| 3D Prenttækni | SLA |
| Efnisflokkur | Photopolymer Resin |
| Nafn efnis | ABS-like |
| Litavalkostur | Green |
| Eftirvinnsla | Sanding, Bead Blasting, Painting, Silkscreen, Vacuum Plating, UV Coating, Laser Engraving |
| Málnákvæmni | ±0.2-0.5mm |
| Kostir | Hagkvæmt, Fast turnaround, Assembling capability, No size restrictions |
| Takmarkanir | Brittle material, Heat resistance \\\~40°C, Yellowing over time without coating, Limited reuse of threaded holes |
| Umsóknir | Frumgerðir, Automotive, Læknisfræði, Rafeindatækni, Toys, Machinery, Aerospace |
| Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) | 1200×600×400 |
| 3D Prenttækni | SLA |
| Efnisflokkur | Photopolymer Resin |
| Nafn efnis | ABS-like |
| Litavalkostur | Black |
| Eftirvinnsla | Sanding, Bead Blasting, Painting, Silkscreen, Vacuum Plating, UV Coating, Laser Engraving |
| Málnákvæmni | ±0.2-0.5mm |
| Kostir | Hagkvæmt, Fast turnaround, Assembling capability, No size restrictions |
| Takmarkanir | Brittle material, Heat resistance \\\~40°C, Yellowing over time without coating, Limited reuse of threaded holes |
| Umsóknir | Frumgerðir, Automotive, Læknisfræði, Rafeindatækni, Toys, Machinery, Aerospace |
| Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) | 1200×600×400 |
| 3D Prenttækni | SLA |
| Efnisflokkur | Photopolymer Resin |
| Nafn efnis | PC-like |
| Litavalkostur | Transparent |
| Eftirvinnsla | Sanding, Fæging, Bead Blasting, Painting, Silkscreen, Vacuum Plating, Laser Engraving |
| Málnákvæmni | ±0.2-0.5mm |
| Kostir | Affordable pricing, Quick cycle time, Assembly possible, Unlimited size capacity |
| Takmarkanir | 90% transparency max (vs CNC machining), Limited optical clarity |
| Umsóknir | Transparent parts, Lampshades, Display models |
| Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) | 600×600×400 |
| 3D Prenttækni | SLA |
| Efnisflokkur | Photopolymer Resin |
| Nafn efnis | PC-like |
| Litavalkostur | Semi-Transparent |
| Eftirvinnsla | Sanding, Fæging, Bead Blasting, Painting, Silkscreen, Vacuum Plating, Laser Engraving |
| Málnákvæmni | ±0.2-0.5mm |
| Kostir | Affordable pricing, Quick cycle time, Assembly possible, Unlimited size capacity |
| Takmarkanir | 90% transparency max (vs CNC machining), Limited optical clarity |
| Umsóknir | Transparent parts, Lampshades, Display models |
| Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) | 600×600×400 |
| 3D Prenttækni | SLS |
| Efnisflokkur | Nylon |
| Nafn efnis | PA |
| Litavalkostur | Black/White |
| Eftirvinnsla | Engin |
| Málnákvæmni | ±0.3mm |
| Kostir | Wear-resistant, High temperature tolerance |
| Takmarkanir | Rough surface finish, Not suitable for bonding |
| Umsóknir | Home Appliances, Power Tools, Automotive Components |
| Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) | 200×200×100 |
| 3D Prenttækni | DLP |
| Efnisflokkur | Rautt vax |
| Nafn efnis | – |
| Litavalkostur | Rauður |
| Eftirvinnsla | Engin |
| Málnákvæmni | ±0.1mm |
| Kostir | Mikil nákvæmni, Fín smáatriði getu |
| Takmarkanir | Hærri kostnaður, Takmörkuð byggingarstærð |
| Umsóknir | Skartgripir, Aukabúnaður, Hreyfimyndalíkön |
| Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) | 200×100×200 |
| 3D Prenttækni | FDM |
| Efnisflokkur | Inkjet Fused Filament |
| Nafn efnis | PLA, TPU, PA, carbon fiber, PC, ABS |
| Litavalkostur | Multiple colors available |
| Eftirvinnsla | Grinding, fægja, sandblasting, spraying, silk – screening, laser leturgröftur, o.s.frv. |
| Málnákvæmni | ±0,05 mm |
| Kostir | Margir litir, various materials, kostnaður – effective, no size restrictions |
| Takmarkanir | Rough surface |
| Umsóknir | Crafts, lighting fixtures, húsbúnaður, animation and comics, o.s.frv. |
| Hámarksbyggingarstærð (mm) | 1000*1000*500 |
