Materials for Additive Manufacturing
Explore the advanced alloys qualified for the Velo3D Sapphire® system. Each material below has been thoroughly tested to ensure reliable performance from first print to full-scale production.
Qualified Materials
Explore the advanced alloys qualified for the Velo3D Sapphire® system. Each material below has been thoroughly tested to ensure reliable performance from first print to full-scale production.
Aheadd CP1
Aluminum-Iron-ZirconiumHigh strength and ductility with excellent thermal and electrical conductivity for demanding applications.
Heat transfer in motorsport, Defense, Aerospace
Aluminum F357
Aluminum-Silicon AlloyLightweight, corrosion resistant, and highly dynamic load-bearing material with excellent castability.
Heat transfer in defense, Automotive
CuNi30
Copper-Nickel AlloyMaintains stable mechanical and thermal properties across cryogenic to ~400°C temperatures.
Marine and industrial components
GRCop-42
Copper-Chromium-Niobium AlloyDeveloped by NASA with excellent creep resistance and low cycle fatigue life for extreme thermal applications.
Rocket engine components
Hastelloy C-22
Nickel-Chromium-Molybdenum-TungstenResistant to seawater corrosion with excellent weldability, providing versatile performance in harsh chemical environments.
Flue-gas scrubbers, Nuclear reprocessing, Sour gas handling
Hastelloy X
Nickel-Chromium-Iron-MolybdenumOutstanding oxidation resistance up to 2200° F (1200° C) with excellent high-temperature strength.
Gas turbines, Transition ducts, Combustor cans, Afterburners
Haynes 214
Nickel-Chromium-Aluminum-IronOutstanding oxidation resistance to 2300° F (1260° C) with excellent carburization and chlorine-bearing environment performance.
Turbo-machinery in rocket engines
Haynes 282
Gamma-Prime Strengthened SuperalloyUnique combination of creep strength, thermal stability, and weldability not available in other superalloys.
Gas turbine parts, Power/process industry
Inconel 625
Nickel-Based SuperalloyRemarkable protection against corrosion and oxidation in demanding environments with high fatigue strength.
Nuclear energy, Marine applications
Inconel 718
Precipitation-Hardenable Nickel-Based AlloyExceptional rupture strength at temperatures up to 1290° F (700° C) with excellent corrosion resistance and weldability.
Aerospace, Defense, Chemical industries
M300 Steel
Ultra-Low Carbon AlloyVery high strength and hardness properties derived from intermetallic compounds, ideal for tooling applications.
Tooling (HPDC inserts, injection molding)
Scalmalloy
Scandium-Aluminum-Magnesium AlloyThe only AM alloy which substitutes for high strength 7000-series aluminum with excellent fatigue properties.
Safety-critical lightweight parts
Stainless 415
Chromium-Nickel Stainless SteelHigh mechanical properties due to concentration of molybdenum and nickel, with excellent corrosion resistance.
Mechanically stressed components in wet corrosive environments
Ti-6Al-4V
Alpha-Beta Titanium AlloyCharacterized by its exceptional strength-to-mass ratio and corrosion resistance across a wide temperature range.
Jet engines, Gas turbines, Pressure vessels, Biomechanical components
Custom Material Development
Need a material not listed here? Velo3D works with customers to qualify new materials for specific applications. Our engineering team can help develop custom parameters for your unique requirements.
- Customized parameter development for your specific application
- Extensive testing and validation processes
- Collaborative approach with your engineering team
Laser and Optics Fidelity
Initial Assessment
Evaluation of material properties and application requirements
Parameter Development
Creation of custom print parameters for optimal results
Testing & Validation
Comprehensive testing to ensure material performance
Production Implementation
Full integration into your manufacturing workflow
It can be a challenge to produce repeatable results across different metal 3D printers — even when they re the same model of printer - however, VeloD's solution can consistently produce parts within spec across any of its printers, which provides huge benefits for companies looking to scale production of their parts
Ready to Explore Material Options?
Our team of material experts is ready to help you select the right material for your application or develop custom parameters for your specific needs.