3D Printing Materials Guide | Metal, Resin, Nylon & Engineering Plastics

Browse all 3D printing and CNC machining materials available at PrintVX. From stainless steel to titanium, nylon to PEEK.

3D Printing Materials at PrintVX

PrintVX offers a comprehensive range of 3D printing and CNC machining materials to meet the demands of any application — from lightweight aerospace components to durable functional prototypes. Select a material below to learn more about its properties, applications, and manufacturing options.

Metal 3D Printing Materials

Stainless Steel 316L

Most corrosion-resistant austenitic stainless. Ideal for medical, marine, and food-processing environments. DMLS via laser sintering.

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Stainless Steel 304L

General-purpose austenitic stainless with good corrosion resistance. Cost-effective for non-marine applications.

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Aluminum AlSi10Mg

Lightweight alloy with excellent strength-to-weight ratio. Ideal for aerospace, automotive, and robotics. DMLS or CNC.

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Titanium Ti6Al4V (Grade 5)

Highest strength-to-weight ratio of commonly available metals. For aerospace, medical implants, and high-performance applications.

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17-4 PH Stainless

Precipitation-hardening stainless with high strength and hardness. For aerospace and medical instruments.

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Plastic & Resin 3D Printing Materials

PA12 Nylon (SLS)

Most common SLS nylon. Excellent tensile strength, low moisture absorption, good chemical resistance. The workhorse material for functional SLS parts.

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PA11 Nylon (SLS)

Bio-based from castor beans. Superior impact resistance and dimensional stability for demanding automotive and medical applications.

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Standard Resin (SLA)

General-purpose photopolymer for concept models and visual prototypes. Smooth matte finish with high dimensional accuracy.

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Tough Resin (SLA)

ABS-like impact resistance. Best choice for functional engineering prototypes requiring moderate strength and impact resistance.

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Flexible Resin 80A (SLA)

Rubber-like Shore A hardness. Perfect for gaskets, seals, overmolds, and flexible components requiring durability under repeated flexing.

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Castable Resin (SLA)

Clean burnout for lost-wax casting with zero ash residue. Widely used in jewelry manufacturing and dental restorations.

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CNC Machining Materials

Aluminum 6061-T6

General-purpose aluminum alloy with excellent machinability. Ideal for prototypes, enclosures, and structural parts.

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Aluminum 7075-T6

High-strength aluminum for aerospace and high-stress applications. Excellent strength-to-weight ratio.

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Stainless Steel 303/304/316

Machine-grade stainless steels for medical, food-safe, and corrosion-resistant precision parts.

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Brass & Copper

Electrical connectors, plumbing, and decorative components. Good machinability with excellent finish options.

Delrin (POM)

Engineering thermoplastic for gears, bearings, and low-friction parts. Excellent dimensional stability.

PEEK

High-performance thermoplastic rated for continuous use at 250C. Used in aerospace, medical, and oil and gas.

Not Sure Which Material to Choose?

Our engineering team provides free material recommendations with every quote. Upload your design and describe your application — we will recommend the optimal material and manufacturing process for your specific requirements, quantities, and budget.

PrintVX supports a wide range of additional materials beyond those listed above. Contact us to discuss your specific material requirements.

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