Metal 3D Printing Service

Metal 3D printing enables the rapid manufacturing of parts with complex structures, shortens the development cycle, reduces mold costs, and enhances design freedom. Whether in the aerospace, medical, mold, or automotive industries, metal 3D printing provides unlimited possibilities for innovation.

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Our Metal 3D Printing Service

We provide a one-stop solution from metal additive manufacturing (SLM/DMLS) to post-processing services. Equipped with world-class metal 3D printing systems, our facility supports a wide range of materials including aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, stainless steel, cobalt-chrome alloys, and nickel-based alloys. From rapid prototyping to small-batch production, we deliver reliable and precise results.

What is 3D Printing Plastic ?

What is Metal 3D Printing ?

 

Metal 3D printing, also known as metal additive manufacturing, is a process where laser or electron beams selectively melt and fuse layers of metal powder to form parts. Unlike traditional subtractive manufacturing, it requires no tooling and allows the rapid production of complex geometries.

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Advantage of 3D Printing Metal

  • Complex geometries without tooling

  • Lightweight structures with optimized strength

  • Faster prototyping and production

  • Higher material efficiency, less waste

  • Ideal for customization and low-volume batches

  • High strength, durability, and functional performance

Case Studies

What Metal 3D Printing Processes Do We Offer?

 

There are many types of 3D printing equipment and processes, and depending on cost, materials, finished product quality, and design, the appropriate 3D printing equipment will be used. Common 3D printing processes include:

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Our Metal 3D Printing Capabilities

 

 

 

ParameterRange
Layer Thickness20–60 μm
Dimensional Accuracy±0.05 – 0.1 mm
Minimum Wall Thickness0.5 mm
Surface RoughnessRa 6–15 μm (as-printed)
Max Build Size600 × 600 × 300 mm
Density≥ 99% of wrought material
Minimum Wall Thickness0.4–0.8 mm
Materials SupportedAluminum, Titanium, Stainless Steel, Inconel,
Lead TimePrototypes 3–5 days, small batches 7–14 days
Post-processingCNC machining, heat treatment, polishing, coating, anodizing

Why Choose Us ?

Available Materials

Material TypeGradeParticle SizeMorphologyFlowabilityApparent DensityDensityTensile StrengthYield StrengthSuitable 3D Printing ProcessTypical AccuracyColumn 12
Stainless Steel316L15 – 53 μmSpherical40S3.9 g/cm³≥99%≥560 MPa≥480 MPaSLM / DMLS ±0.05 – 0.1 mmColumn 12 Value
Mold SteelMS115 – 53 μmSpherical40S4.3 g/cm³≥99%≥1090 MPa≥1000 MPaSLM / DMLS±0.05 mmColumn 12 Value 2
Titanium AlloyTC4 (Ti-6Al-4V)15 – 53 μmSpherical45S2.5 g/cm³≥99%≥600 MPa≥540 MPaSLM ±0.05 – 0.08 mmColumn 12 Value 3
Aluminum AlloyAlSi10Mg15 – 53 μmSpherical150S1.45 g/cm³≥95%≥330 MPa≥245 MPaSLM / DMLS±0.05 – 0.1 mmColumn 12 Value 4
Nickel-based SuperalloyGH4169 (Inconel 718)15 – 53 μmSpherical45S4.4 g/cm³≥99%≥980 MPa≥700 MPaSLM ±0.05 mmColumn 12 Value 5

Finishes and Post-Processing Options

After printing, Metal parts often undergo post-processing to improve surface finish, mechanical performance, or aesthetics. We offer a variety of finishing services to ensure that parts meet requirements for presentation, testing, or end-use applications.

  • Heat Treatment
  • CNC Machining
  • Polishing
  • Bead Blasting
  • Anodizing
  • Electroplating
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Applications

  • Aerospace: structural components, engine parts
  • Medical industry: implants, surgical instruments, dental parts
  • Automotive industry: lightweight parts, prototype components
  • Mold manufacturing: mold inserts, cooling channels
  • Energy industry: turbine blades, combustion parts

Let’s Start a New Metal 3D Printing Project Today

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. With proper heat treatment and post-processing, metal 3D printed parts can achieve mechanical properties comparable to forged or machined components. In some cases, due to optimized internal structures (like lattices or topology optimization), they can even outperform traditional parts.

Prototypes are usually delivered within 3–5 days, while small-batch production typically takes 7–14 days. The exact lead time depends on part size, complexity, and required post-processing.

Yes. We support single-unit, small-batch, and medium-batch production. This makes metal 3D printing ideal for functional testing, rapid design iteration, and low-volume end-use applications.

Our equipment supports parts up to 6000 × 600 × 300 mm. For larger components, we can use segment printing and assembly or custom manufacturing solutions.

Yes. As-printed surfaces are relatively rough (Ra 5–15 μm). To meet functional and aesthetic requirements, we often provide CNC machining, polishing, bead blasting, or heat treatment.

We offer a wide range of materials, including Aluminum alloys (AlSi10Mg), Titanium alloys (Ti6Al4V), Stainless steels (316L, 17-4PH), Nickel-based alloys (Inconel 718). These cover aerospace, medical, automotive, and industrial needs.

Yes. We provide anodizing, electroplating, painting, hot isostatic pressing (HIP), and laser marking to improve appearance, corrosion resistance, and mechanical performance.

For large-volume production, traditional methods may be more cost-effective. However, metal 3D printing eliminates tooling costs and is highly advantageous for complex geometries, low-volume production, and custom parts, making it cost-efficient in those scenarios.

Typical accuracy ranges from ±0.05 mm to ±0.2 mm, depending on the process, material, and post-processing. For critical surfaces, we recommend CNC finishing to ensure tight tolerances.

Currently, metal 3D printing is best suited for prototyping, small-batch production, and high-value components. For mass production, we recommend a hybrid approach that combines 3D printing with CNC machining or casting to optimize cost and efficiency.