SLM - Selective Laser Melting

Titanium TC4 (Ti6Al4V)

Titanium alloy with high strength-to-weight ratio for demanding applications

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Material Characteristics

Detail

70%

Strength

95%

Flexibility

35%

Key Parameters

Tensile strength

950-1050 MPa

Yield strength

860-950 MPa

Density

4.43 g/cm³

Young's modulus

110-120 GPa

Elongation

13-18 %

Hardness

310-340 HV

Suitable For

Medical implants (joint replacements, dental implants), aerospace turbine blades, motorsport parts (Formula 1 exhausts), marine engineering and premium eyewear frames. Ideal wherever strength-to-weight ratio and biocompatibility are critical.

Not Suitable For

Standard structural parts (too expensive), high-friction applications without surface treatment, operating temperatures above 600 °C.

Properties

Biocompatible Corrosion resistant High strength/weight Lightweight Non-magnetic High melting point

Surface Finish Options

Blasting Laser Marking