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Certified Manufacturing Materials & Technical Specs

Compare tensile strength, density, machinability ratings, and maximum service temperature across metals, engineering plastics, and superalloys — then jump straight to the process guide and get a quote in minutes. No MOQ, no guesswork.

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MetalsASTM B221 / AMS 4117

Aluminum 6061-T6

Good strength-to-weight, high corrosion resistance, excellent weldability and anodizing response.

Tensile Strength:310 MPa (45 ksi)
Density:2.70 g/cm³
Max Temp:150°C
Machinability:90% (Excellent)
Typical Applications: Aircraft fittings, camera housings, electronic chassis, automotive components.
Process Guide
MetalsASTM B209 / AMS 4045

Aluminum 7075-T6

High strength zinc-alloyed aluminum comparable to structural steel with 1/3 weight.

Tensile Strength:570 MPa (83 ksi)
Density:2.81 g/cm³
Max Temp:100°C
Machinability:80% (Good)
Typical Applications: Aerospace wing spars, high-stress defense parts, rock climbing gear, motorsport.
Process Guide
MetalsASTM A276 / UNS S30400

Stainless Steel 304 / 304L

Austenitic stainless steel with superior corrosion resistance, high weldability, food-grade sanitary.

Tensile Strength:515 MPa (75 ksi)
Density:8.00 g/cm³
Max Temp:870°C
Machinability:45% (Moderate)
Typical Applications: Food processing equipment, kitchenware, architectural trim, chemical tanks.
Process Guide
MetalsASTM A276 / UNS S31603

Stainless Steel 316L (Marine Grade)

Molybdenum addition prevents chloride and acid pitting. Premier biocompatible and marine grade.

Tensile Strength:485 MPa (70 ksi)
Density:8.00 g/cm³
Max Temp:870°C
Machinability:45% (Moderate)
Typical Applications: Surgical tools, marine propeller hardware, pharmaceutical piping, subsea valves.
Process Guide
MetalsAMS 5643 / ASTM A564

Precipitation Hardening Stainless 17-4PH

Ultra-high yield strength, high hardness (up to 44 HRC), good corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength:1310 MPa (190 ksi)
Density:7.75 g/cm³
Max Temp:315°C
Machinability:45% (Pre-hard) / 25% (H900)
Typical Applications: Aerospace pump shafts, nuclear reactor components, high-pressure hydraulic poppets.
Process Guide
MetalsASTM B348 / AMS 4928

Titanium Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5)

Highest strength-to-weight ratio among structural metals, extreme corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength:950 MPa (138 ksi)
Density:4.43 g/cm³
Max Temp:400°C
Machinability:22% (Challenging)
Typical Applications: Jet engine compressor blisks, aerospace fasteners, bone fixation plates.
Process Guide
MetalsASTM B152 / UNS C11000

Pure Copper C11000 (ETP)

101% IACS electrical conductivity, 390 W/m·K thermal conductivity.

Tensile Strength:220 MPa (32 ksi)
Density:8.89 g/cm³
Max Temp:150°C
Machinability:20% (Gummy)
Typical Applications: Electrical busbars, semiconductor cold plates, EDM electrodes, induction coils.
Process Guide
MetalsASTM B16 / UNS C36000

Free Cutting Brass C36000

The standard for high-speed machining, high aesthetic golden finish, easy to plate.

Tensile Strength:340 MPa (49 ksi)
Density:8.50 g/cm³
Max Temp:150°C
Machinability:100% (Benchmark)
Typical Applications: Fluid fittings, valve spools, RF connectors, precision musical and watch parts.
Process Guide
MetalsASTM A29 / AISI 4140

Alloy Steel 4140 (Chromoly)

High fatigue strength, deep hardenability (up to 55 HRC), great torsional toughness.

Tensile Strength:1020 MPa (148 ksi)
Density:7.85 g/cm³
Max Temp:400°C
Machinability:65% (Good)
Typical Applications: Automotive drive axles, heavy machinery shafts, press tool bolsters.
Process Guide
MetalsASTM B90 / UNS M11311

Magnesium AZ31B

33% lighter than aluminum, high vibration damping capacity.

Tensile Strength:260 MPa (38 ksi)
Density:1.74 g/cm³
Max Temp:120°C
Machinability:100% (Free-cutting)
Typical Applications: Drone gimbals, camera bodies, motorsport steering columns.
Process Guide
PlasticsVirgin / GF30 / CF30

PEEK (Polyetheretherketone)

Continuous high temperature resistance, extreme chemical inertness, radiation resistant.

Tensile Strength:100 MPa (14.5 ksi)
Density:1.32 g/cm³
Max Temp:260°C (500°F)
Machinability:Good (Stress relieved)
Typical Applications: Semiconductor wafer rings, aircraft electrical connectors, spinal fusion implants.
Process Guide
PlasticsPOM-H / POM-C

POM / Acetal (Delrin)

High stiffness, low friction coefficient, excellent dimensional stability and machinability.

Tensile Strength:69 MPa (10 ksi)
Density:1.41 g/cm³
Max Temp:90°C
Machinability:Excellent
Typical Applications: Precision gears, sliding bushings, fluid pump impellers, electrical insulators.
Process Guide
PlasticsOptical / Flame Retardant

Polycarbonate (PC)

High optical transparency (>88%), extreme impact toughness, shatter resistant.

Tensile Strength:65 MPa (9.4 ksi)
Density:1.20 g/cm³
Max Temp:120°C
Machinability:Good
Typical Applications: Safety sight glasses, optical lenses, automotive headlamps, rugged IoT cases.
Process Guide
PlasticsUnfilled / PA66-GF30

Nylon 6/6 (Polyamide)

High mechanical wear resistance, toughness, self-lubricating behavior.

Tensile Strength:80 MPa (11.6 ksi)
Density:1.14 g/cm³
Max Temp:110°C
Machinability:Good
Typical Applications: Automotive engine brackets, power tool housings, cable ties, rollers.
Process Guide
PlasticsVirgin Grade

PTFE (Teflon)

Lowest friction coefficient (0.04), complete chemical inertness, high dielectric strength.

Tensile Strength:25 MPa (3.6 ksi)
Density:2.16 g/cm³
Max Temp:260°C
Machinability:Soft / Ductile
Typical Applications: Chemical valve seats, cryogenic seals, non-stick semiconductor gaskets.
Process Guide
SuperalloysAMS 5662 / UNS N07718

Inconel 718 (Nickel Superalloy)

Precipitation-hardenable nickel-chromium alloy maintaining strength at extreme heat.

Tensile Strength:1375 MPa (200 ksi)
Density:8.19 g/cm³
Max Temp:700°C (1300°F)
Machinability:12% (Extreme Toughness)
Typical Applications: Rocket engine combustion chambers, gas turbine blades, nuclear fuel spacers.
Process Guide
SuperalloysUNS K93600 / ASTM F1684

Invar 36 (Controlled Expansion)

Near-zero coefficient of thermal expansion (CLTE 1.2 ppm/K) from -100°C to +200°C.

Tensile Strength:490 MPa (71 ksi)
Density:8.05 g/cm³
Max Temp:200°C
Machinability:40%
Typical Applications: Laser optical mounts, semiconductor lithography stages, shadow masks.
Process Guide