Different Metal Materials’ 3D Printing Price Range (USD/cm³) in China Market in January 2026
Note: Prices are subject to change at any time. The following prices are only the price quotations in January 2026 for reference only. And the price does not include shipping fees.
| Metal Material | Price Range (USD/cm³) | Typical Application Scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Alloy Series | ||
| AlSi10Mg/6061 | 0.28-0.57 | Automotive parts, UAV structures, lightweight products |
| High-strength Aluminum Alloy | 0.57-1.13 | Aerospace structural components, high-end industrial parts |
| Stainless Steel Series | ||
| 316L/304 | 0.85-1.42 | Medical devices, food equipment, industrial parts |
| 17-4PH (Precipitation Hardening) | 1.13-1.70 | High-strength parts, mold components |
| Titanium Alloy Series | ||
| Ti6Al4V (Domestic) | 2.55-4.25 | Aero-engine components, medical implants |
| Ti6Al4V (Imported/Medical Grade) | 4.25-8.50 | High-end medical equipment, precision aerospace components |
| Cobalt-Chromium Alloy | ||
| CoCrMo (Medical Grade) | 14.17-25.51 | Orthopedic implants, dental restorations |
| Nickel-Based Alloy | ||
| Inconel 625/718 | 7.09-14.17 | High-temperature environment components, aero-engines |
| Copper Alloy | ||
| Pure Copper/Brass | 4.25-7.09 | Conductive components, heat exchangers |
| Precious Metals | ||
| Gold Alloy (14K/18K) | 566.80-991.90 | Jewelry, luxury goods |
| Silver | 212.55-354.25 | High-end jewelry, electronic products |
| Platinum | 708.50-1,133.60 | High-end jewelry, special industrial contacts |
Price Explanation
1. Calculation Basis: Price = Material Density (g/cm³) × Powder Price (USD/g) × (1.5-2.5)
- Aluminum alloy density: 2.7g/cm³
- Stainless steel density: 7.98g/cm³
- Titanium alloy density: 4.51g/cm³
- Cobalt-chromium alloy density: 8.3g/cm³
- The coefficient (1.5-2.5) includes processing fees, equipment depreciation, post-processing costs, etc.
2. Factors Affecting Prices:
- Technology Route: SLM (Selective Laser Melting) is the most expensive, followed by EBM (Electron Beam Melting); Binder Jetting is relatively cheaper.
- Part Complexity: The more complex the structure, the more support materials are required, resulting in higher prices.
- Batch Size: Mass production can reduce costs by 30-50%.
- Post-Processing: Polishing, heat treatment, and surface treatment can increase costs by 20-50%.
Market Trends
- Prices of aluminum alloys and stainless steel have dropped significantly in recent years, with promotional prices from some manufacturers as low as 0.14-0.43 USD per gram.
- Titanium alloy prices have decreased by approximately 50%, and China domestic materials have fallen to 0.11-0.21 USD per gram.
- New technologies (e.g., area printing) are expected to reduce metal 3D printing costs by 2026.
Note: The price data is the average market price in January 2026, and there may be a 20-50% variation among different service providers and regions.
