Material Comparison Guide
When selecting a material, you need to consider the mechanical properties, manufacturability characteristics, cosmetic appearance and cost. Below list shows some common metal materials.
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Materials |
Material Category |
Attributes / Applications |
Manufacturing Process |
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Carbon Steel |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
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302 Stainless Steel |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
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304 Stainless Steel |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
|
316 Stainless Steel |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
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Bronze |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining |
|
Brass H59 |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining |
|
Brass H62 |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining |
|
Copper C1100 |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining |
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Copper |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining |
|
Aluminum Alloys - 2017 |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
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Aluminum Alloys - 5052 |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
|
Aluminum Alloys - 6061 |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
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Aluminum Alloys - 6063 |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
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Aluminum Alloys - 6082 |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
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Aluminum Alloys - 7075 |
Metal |
/ |
CNC Machining
|
|
Zinc Alloy |
Metal |
/ |
Die Casting |
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Aluminum Alloy ADC10/12 |
Metal |
/ |
Die Casting |