Materials
Select from a wide range of commercial-grade plastics, metals, and elastomers, ideal for both prototyping and production.
Materials Options
Metal
Aluminum
Subtypes
Aluminum 6061, 6061-T6, Aluminum 2024, Aluminum 5052, Aluminum 5083, Aluminum 6063, Aluminum 6082, Aluminum 7075, 7075-T6, Aluminum ADC12 (A380)
Description
Lightweight and durable, aluminum is an excellent choice for various applications due to its cost-effectiveness and ease of machining.
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Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel SUS201, SUS303, SUS 304, SUS316, SUS316L, SUS42, SUS430, SUS431, SUS440C, SUS630/17-4PH, AISI 304
Stainless steel combines high strength with corrosion resistance , making it ideal for demanding environments in various industries.
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Steel
Steel 1018, 1020, 1025, 1045, 1215, 4130, 4140, 4340, 5140, A36, Die steel, Alloy steel, Chisel tool steel, Spring steel, High speed steel, Cold rolled steel, Bearing steel, SPCC
Steel is a material with high tensile strength and toughness, making it suitable for industrial applications requiring durability and resistance to wear.
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Brass
Brass C260, C268, C272, C280, C360, C464, C485, Naval Brass, Free-cutting Brass, High-strength Brass
Brass offers excellent machinability, corrosion resistance, and electrical conductivity, making it ideal for precision CNC parts in electronics, plumbing, and decorative applications.
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Copper
Copper C101(T2), Copper C103(T1), Copper C103(TU2), Copper C110(TU0), Beryllium Copper
Copper offers outstanding electrical conductivity, making it an ideal choice for electrical applications and heat exchangers.
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Titanium
Titanium Alloy TA1, Alloy TA2, Alloy TC4/Ti-6Al 4V
Renowned for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance, titanium is ideal for aerospace and medical applications.
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Magnesium
Magnesium Alloy AZ31, AZ61, AZ91, and AZ92
Magnesium alloy AZ31, AZ61, AZ91, and AZ92 are lightweight materials with excellent strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and good machinability, making them ideal for aerospace, automotive, and electronic applications.
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Plastic
Subtypes
Description
Price
PMMA (Acrylic)
PMMA Black, PMMA Transparent, PMMA White
A lightweight and highly transparent plastic, PMMA offers excellent optical clarity, weather resistance, and good machinability, making it ideal for display panels, lenses, and signage.
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ABS
ABS Beige(Natural), ABS Blac, ABS Black Antistati, ABS Milky Whit, ABS+PC Black, ABS+PC White
A lightweight and impact-resistant thermoplastic, ABS offers good machinability and is widely used in prototyping, consumer products, and automotive applications.
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PC
(Polycarbonate)
PC Black, PC Transparent, PC White, PC Yellowish White, PC+GF30 Black
A strong and impact-resistant thermoplastic, PC offers excellent transparency, heat resistance, and durability, making it ideal for protective covers, lenses, and mechanical components.
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PEEK
PEEK Beige(Natural), PEEK Black
A high-performance thermoplastic with exceptional mechanical strength, heat resistance, and chemical resistance, making it ideal for aerospace, medical, and automotive applications.
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PTFE (Teflon)
Teflon (PTFE) Black, Teflon (PTFE) White
Known for its exceptional chemical resistance, low friction, and high-temperature tolerance, PTFE is ideal for applications in aerospace, medical, and electrical industries.
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PA (Nylon)
PA(Nylon) Blue, PA6 (Nylon)+GF15 Black, PA6 (Nylon)+GF30 Black, PA66 (Nylon) Beige(Natural), PA66 (Nylon) Black
A tough and impact-resistant engineering plastic with good wear resistance and self-lubricating properties, commonly used in gears, bushings, and structural components.
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PP (Polypropylene)
PP Black, PP White, PP+GF30 Black
A lightweight and flexible plastic with excellent chemical resistance and impact strength, commonly used in medical, automotive, and industrial applications.
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POM
Dark brown (coffee) POM 100AF, POM Black, POM Blue, POM White
A strong and wear-resistant engineering plastic with excellent dimensional stability and low friction, widely used in gears, bearings, and precision mechanical parts.
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PE (Polyethylene)
HDPE, UHMW-PE, LDPE
A lightweight and flexible plastic with excellent chemical resistance and low friction, commonly used in food processing, medical, and industrial applications.
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HDPE
HDPE Black, HDPE White
A strong, lightweight plastic with excellent impact resistance and chemical stability, ideal for industrial, medical, and food-grade applications.
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HIPS
HIPS Board White
A lightweight and impact-resistant plastic with good machinability, commonly used for prototypes, packaging, and enclosures.
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LDPE
LDPE White
A flexible and lightweight plastic with excellent impact resistance and chemical stability, ideal for containers, liners, and soft-touch components.
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PBT
PBT Black, PBT Milky White (Natural)
A strong, stiff, and chemically resistant thermoplastic with excellent electrical insulation properties, ideal for automotive and electronic components.
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PPA
PPA Beige
A high-performance thermoplastic with excellent mechanical strength, heat resistance, and chemical stability, ideal for automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications.
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PAI
PAI 4203, 4503, 4301, 4501
An ultra-high-performance thermoplastic known for its exceptional mechanical strength, thermal stability, and wear resistance, making it ideal for aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications.
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PET
PET Black, PET White, PET+GF30 Black, PET+GF30 White
A strong, lightweight, and wear-resistant plastic with excellent dimensional stability and low moisture absorption, commonly used in food packaging, electronics, and mechanical components.
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PPS
PPS Black, PPS White, PPS+GF30 Black
A high-performance engineering plastic known for its excellent chemical resistance, thermal stability, and mechanical strength, making it ideal for aerospace, automotive, and electronic components.
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PS
PS Transparent
A lightweight and rigid plastic with good machinability, commonly used for prototyping, packaging, and insulation applications.
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PVC
PVC Grey
A durable and versatile plastic with excellent chemical resistance, commonly used for industrial, construction, and electrical insulation applications..
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UPE
UPE Black, UPE White
A durable plastic known for its excellent wear resistance, low friction, and high impact strength, making it ideal for industrial and medical applications.
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Bakelite Black, Bakelite Orange
Bakelite Black, Bakelite Orange
A rigid, heat-resistant, and electrically insulating material, making it ideal for electrical components, mechanical parts, and tooling applications.
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Metal
Aluminum
Subtypes
Aluminum 5052, Aluminum 5083, Aluminum 5754
Description
Aluminum is lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and offers an excellent strength to weight ratio, making it ideal for aerospace,automotive, and constructionapplications. It also machines easily.
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Copper
Copper C101, Copper C103, Copper C110, CopperC260(Brass)
Copperis renowned for its exceptional electrical and thermal conductivity. Its high ductlty makes it ideal for electrical wiring plumbing, and roofingapplications.
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StainlessSteel
301,304, 316,316L
Stainless steel offers excelent corrosion resistance,strength, and easy maintenance while retaining its shine.Its widely used in medical devices, foodprocessing equipment, and marine applications.
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Steel
SPCC, Galvaized Steel (SGcc/SECC), Q235, Steel1020
Steel is highly strong and durable, making it a staple in construction and heary industries. Alloying it with other elements can improve hardness and
corrosion resistance
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Metal
Soft-rubber-like
Subtypes
T0387,8400
Description
Vacuum casting is a great way to make rubber parts and prototypes. The soft, rubber-like materials work well for parts that need to be flexible and strong, used in both industrial products and things for everyday use.
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PA-like
PX223
PX223 is a material similar to nylon, used in silicone molds to make strong, flexible parts that can handle a lot.
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ABS-like
Hei-Cast 8150, PZ858,6160, P+600
Vacuum casting lets you make strong, ABS -like parts that resist impacts and insulate well These parts are often used for electronic casings,car parts, and more
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PP-like
UP 5690
UP 500 has similar propertiesto real PP and HDPE materials. I’s easy to work with, strong against impacts, and flexible It’s great for making bumpers,equipment boxes,coversand tools that reduce vibration.
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PMMA-like
PX5210
Urethane casting is a good way to make clear parts. PX-5210 isn’t as clear as real PMMA, but it has decent transparency, is easy to polish, doesn’t yellow, and holds up well under UV light. This makes it a solid choice for many uses where clear parts are needed.
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PC-like
PX520
PX520 is used in silicone molds to make prototype parts and models that have similar strength and toughness to real PC (polycarbonate) material.
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Metal
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Subtypes
ABS Beige (Natural), ABS Black, ABS Black Antistatic, ABS Milky White, ABS+PC Black, Flame Retardant ABS Beige, Flame Retardant ABS Black.
Description
ABS is known for its toughness, impact resistance, and strength. It is ideal for durable products like automotive parts, electronics, and consumer goods. Its ability to be easily molded and polished makes it versatile.
Price
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Polypropylene (PP)
PP Black, PP White, PP+GF30 Black
Polypropylene offers outstanding flexibility and chemical resistance, making it perfect for components exposed to harsh environments like automotive parts and chemical containers. Its durability ensures long-lasting performance under stress and exposure to chemicals.
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ABS-like
PE Black, PE White
PE is highly durable, offering excellent moisture resistance and impact strength. It is commonly used in piping, packaging, and containers due to its toughness, flexibility, and ability to withstand outdoor conditions without breaking down.
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Polycarbonate (PC)
Flame Retardant Transparent PC, Food Grade PC-Transparent, PC Black, PC Transparent, PC White, PC Yellowish White, PC+GF30 Black
Polycarbonate provides exceptional clarity, toughness, and resistance to impact, making it ideal for protective gear, transparent enclosures, and optical lenses. Its ability to maintain optical quality even under stress makes it a favorite in high-performance applications.
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Nylon (Polyamide, PA)
PA(Nylon) Blue, PA6 (Nylon)+GF15 Black, PA6 (Nylon)+GF30 Black, PA66 (Nylon) Beige(Natural), PA66 (Nylon) Black
Nylon is prized for its excellent wear resistance, tensile strength, and low friction properties. It is widely used in mechanical parts such as gears, bearings, and bushings where high durability and abrasion resistance are essential.
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Polystyrene (PS)
PS Transparent
Polystyrene is lightweight, rigid, and economical, making it ideal for disposable products, packaging, and casings. It is also widely used in insulating applications due to its excellent thermal properties and ease of molding into complex shapes.
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Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
PET Black, PET White, PET+GF30 Black, PET+GF30 White
PET combines strength, moisture resistance, and durability, making it the go-to material for packaging, especially in the food and beverage industry. Its clarity and barrier properties also make it a popular choice for bottles and transparent containers.
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Metal
Aluminum
Subtypes
Aluminum Alloy (Silver Gray), Aluminum Alloy AISi10Mg (Silver Gray)
Description
Aluminum has a silvery-grey finish that can be anodized for aesthetic appeal, It strikes a balance between strength and versatility and is suitable for functional and aesthetic parts.
Price
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Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel (Silver Gray), Stainless Steel 316L (Silver Gray)
Stainless steel is corrosion-resistant and strong. It offers a durable solution for long-lasting parts and its matte or polished finish makes it the best option for projects that need both aesthetics and performance.
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Cobalt Chrome
CoCrMo, CoCrW, CoCrNi
Cobalt Chrome is a strong, durable material known for its wear resistance and high corrosion resistance. It is often used in aerospace, medical, and industrial applications for parts requiring excellent strength and longevity.
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Inconel
Inconel 625, Inconel 718, Inconel X-750, Inconel 718+
Inconel is a high-performance nickel-chromium alloy known for its excellent resistance to heat and corrosion. It is commonly used in extreme environments like aerospace, turbines, and chemical processing, where durability and high-temperature strength are crucial.
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Titanium
Ti-6Al-4V, Ti-6Al-4V ELI, Ti-64, Ti-15Mo-5Zr-3Al
Titanium is a lightweight, corrosion-resistant metal with high strength, making it ideal for applications in aerospace, medical, and marine industries. It has a distinctive metallic finish and is highly durable, even in extreme environments.
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Plastic
Subtypes
Description
Price
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
ABS-Like Resin Black ABS-Like Resin Creamy White
ABS comes in various colors and smooth or matte finishes. This encourages flexibility in design and its build time makes it a popular choice for rapid prototyping.
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PA (Nylon)
Nylon Black (High Temperature Resistant 110 ℃) Nylon Black (High Temperature Resistant 140 ℃) Nylon PA12 White Nylon PA12-Black
Nylon is tough and durable. It has a textured surface and adaptability for dyeing making it versatile for both practical and aesthetic projects
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Polycarbonate (PC)
PC, PC-ABS, PC-ISO, PC-Resin
Polycarbonate is a durable, transparent plastic known for its high impact resistance and optical clarity. It’s commonly used in products that require both strength and clear visibility, such as lenses, protective covers, and lighting components.
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Polypropylene (PP)
PP, Glass-Filled PP, High-Crystallinity PP, Copolymer PP
Polypropylene is a lightweight, flexible plastic with excellent chemical resistance. It’s commonly used in products that need to withstand stress and environmental exposure, such as containers, automotive parts, and household items.
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TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane)
TPU 85A, TPU 95A, TPU 75D, Flexible TPU
TPU is a flexible, durable material known for its excellent abrasion resistance and elasticity. It’s commonly used in products that require both flexibility and strength, such as phone cases, footwear, and industrial components.
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Digital Photopolymer
VeroClear, VeroBlack, VeroWhite, Agilus30, Rigur
Digital Photopolymer is a high-resolution resin used in 3D printing, offering precise detail and smooth surfaces. It’s ideal for rapid prototyping and creating fine details in small parts, often used in industries like dental, jewelry, and rapid prototyping.
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Metal
Subtypes
Description
Price
Aluminum
Alloy 6061
6061 aluminum offers excellent weldability, toughness, and corrosion resistance, making it ideal for automotive, marine, and electronic applications.
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Aluminum
Alloy 6063
6063 alloy is heat-treatable and cost-effective, offering superior corrosion resistance and strength. With a finer grain than 6061, it provides excellent finishing quality, making it ideal for heat sinks, trims, and architectural applications.
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Aluminum
Alloy 6075
7075 is often used in aircraft and aerospace applications. This alloy boasts good fatigue strength and average machinability, but may have less corrosion resistance.
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Aluminum
Alloy 1100
The purest aluminum alloy, 1100, offers exceptional corrosion resistance, high thermal conductivity, and excellent workability, making it ideal for chemical equipment and kitchenware.
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Metal
Subtypes
Description
Price
Aluminum
Aluminum ADC6 Aluminum A360 Aluminum A380 Aluminum ADC12
Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and strong, ideal for automotive, aerospace, and electronics applications.
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Zinc
Zinc ZA8 Zinc Zamak 3 Zinc Zamak 5 Zinc Zamak 2
High precision, excellent castability, and wear resistance, perfect for intricate industrial and consumer parts.
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Magnesium
Magnesium AZ91D Magnesium AM60B
Extremely lightweight with good strength, commonly used in automotive and aerospace components.
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Copper
Copper ZQA19-2 Copper ZQA19-4 Copper ZQA19-7 Copper ZQA19-10
High conductivity and corrosion resistance, suitable for electrical and mechanical applications.
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