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Metal

Aluminum 6061-T6

AISI / ASTM 6061-T651
Tensile Strength
45,000 psi
Density
2.70 g/cm³

Applications

Aerospace Automotive Robotics
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Metal

Stainless Steel 316L

UNS S31603 / AISI 316L
Corrosion Resist
Excellent
Max Temp
1500°F (815°C)

Applications

Medical Marine Chemical
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Exotic

Titanium Ti-6Al-4V

Grade 5 / ASTM F136
Strength/Weight
Superior
Biocompatible
Yes

Applications

Implants Aerospace Defense
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Polymer

PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone)

Vestakeep® / Victrex™ Grade
Heat Resist
260°C continuous
Chemical Resist
High

Applications

Semiconductor Oil & Gas Medical
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Composite

Carbon Fiber Reinforced (CFRP)

12K Weave / Epoxy Matrix
Tensile Strength
~3,500 MPa
Density
1.55 g/cm³

Applications

Aerospace Sports EV Components
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High-Temp

Inconel 718

UNS N07718 / ASTM B670
Max Temp
1300°F (704°C)
Creep Resist
Excellent

Applications

Turbojets Rocketry Nuclear

Material Properties Comparison

Quick-reference table for mechanical and thermal properties. Contact our engineering team for certified test reports (MTRs/CofCs).

Material Density (g/cm³) Yield Strength (MPa) Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) Corrosion Resistance Processing
Al 6061-T6 2.70 276 167 Good (Anodize recommended) CNC, Welding, Extrusion
SS 316L 8.00 290 16.3 Excellent (Marine/Chem) CNC, TIG/MIG Weld, Forming
Ti-6Al-4V 4.43 880 6.7 Outstanding 5-Axis CNC, Laser Weld
PEEK 1.32 100 0.25 High (Chemical/Solvent) Injection, CNC, 3D Print
Inconel 718 8.19 1200+ 11.4 Excellent (Oxidizing) Hard Milling, EDM, Precipitation Hardening

Application-Based Recommendations

Not sure which material fits your design? Match your operating environment to our optimized recommendations.

⚡ High Vibration / Fatigue

Components subjected to cyclic loading, dynamic stress, or heavy mechanical shock.

🌡️ High Temperature

Operating environments exceeding 600°F with exposure to oxidation or thermal cycling.

💧 Corrosive / Marine

Direct contact with saltwater, acids, bases, or humid coastal atmospheres.

⚖️ Weight Reduction

Aerospace, robotics, and consumer electronics where mass savings are critical.

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