Materials
Materials for
Precision Manufacturing
A comprehensive range of metals, plastics, and engineering materials—carefully selected for prototypes and low-volume production.
A. Hardware Materials
| Material Name | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | Lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum for CNC-machined prototypes, brackets, housings, and precision parts. | $$ |
| Stainless Steel | Corrosion-resistant stainless steel for CNC-machined components, tooling, and parts used in clean or demanding environments. | $$$ |
| Steel | Versatile steel for CNC-machined structural parts, fixtures, shafts, brackets, and production tooling. | $$ |
| Zinc | Zinc for compact die-cast housings, hardware, and detailed industrial components where fine detail matters. | $$ |
| Copper | High-conductivity copper for electrical contacts, connectors, heat-transfer parts, and precision components. | $$$ |
| Brass | Machinable brass for fittings, valves, electrical hardware, bushings, and precision turned parts. | $$ |
| Titanium | High-strength, lightweight titanium for aerospace, medical, and performance-critical machined components. | $$$$ |
| Magnesium | Ultra-lightweight magnesium for weight-sensitive housings, structural components, and machined prototypes. | $$$ |
| Bronze | Wear-resistant bronze for bushings, bearings, marine hardware, and sliding mechanical components. | $$ |
| Iron | Durable iron for fixtures, tooling, structural components, and wear-focused industrial applications. | $$ |
Price levels are for reference only and may vary by grade, size, process, and order quantity.
Price levels are for reference only and may vary by grade, size, process, and order quantity.B. Commonly Used Plastic Materials
| Material Name | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| ABS | Good impact strength, easy to machine and finish. Widely used for general-purpose parts. | $ |
| PC (Polycarbonate) | High impact strength and heat resistance, excellent clarity. | $$ |
| PC+ABS | Balanced toughness and heat resistance with good dimensional stability. | $$ |
| PMMA (Acrylic) | Excellent optical clarity and UV resistance. Ideal for transparent parts and panels. | $$ |
| POM (Acetal / Delrin) | High stiffness and wear resistance with low friction. Great dimensional stability. | $$ |
| Nylon (PA) | High strength, wear and abrasion resistance. Good fatigue performance. | $$ |
| PP (Polypropylene) | Lightweight with excellent chemical resistance. Living hinges and thin-wall parts. | $ |
| PE (Polyethylene) | Excellent chemical resistance and low friction. Good for liners and containers. | $ |
| PVC | Good chemical resistance and flame resistance. Suitable for pipes and enclosures. | $ |
| PET | Good strength and dimensional stability with chemical resistance. | $ |
| HIPS | Easy to machine and thermoform. Good impact resistance at low cost. | $ |
Price levels are for reference only and may vary by grade, size, process, and order quantity.
C. Special Plastic Materials
| Material Name | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| PEEK | High-performance thermoplastic with exceptional strength and heat resistance. | $$$$ |
| PTFE (Teflon) | Outstanding chemical resistance and very low friction. Non-stick properties. | $$$ |
| PPS | High heat resistance and chemical resistance. Good dimensional stability. | $$$ |
| PPE | Excellent electrical insulation with good heat and chemical resistance. | $$$ |
| PES | High heat resistance, hydrolysis resistance and dimensional stability. | $$$ |
| PEI (Ultem) | High strength and heat resistance with inherent flame retardancy. | $$$ |
| PVDF | Excellent chemical resistance and weatherability. | $$ |
| Epoxy / FR4 | High mechanical strength and excellent electrical insulation. | $$ |
| Bakelite | Rigid, heat-resistant, and strong electrical insulating properties. | $ |
| DSM Engineering Plastic | High-performance engineering plastic with balanced mechanical and thermal properties. | $$$ |
| Daiki Engineering Plastic | High-performance engineering plastic known for dimensional stability and durability. | $$$ |
Price levels are for reference only and may vary by grade, size, process, and order quantity.
D. Other / Verification
| Material Name | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Wood | Natural material with good machinability and aesthetic finish. | $ |
| Alumina Ceramic | High hardness, wear resistance and electrical insulation. | $$$ |
| A7072 | High-strength aluminum alloy with excellent fatigue resistance. | $$$ |
| MC703 | Cast nylon with excellent strength, toughness and wear resistance. | $$ |
Price levels are for reference only and may vary by grade, size, process, and order quantity.
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