3D Systems LaserForm™ A6 Tool Steel Powder for Rapid Tooling and Rapid Manufacturing

Parts fabricated from this rapid prototype metal material are actually a blend of stainless steel and bronze. The part is built with steel and subsequently infiltrated with bronze. A6 is great for producing rapid tooling inserts quickly and inexpensively. Specific applications include complex tooling inserts for injection molding and die casting, small/complex metal parts, and short run manufacturing. Tolerances may be a problem so post-machining may be needed. If this is the case then machining stock should be added the CAD drawings.For use with Sinterstation® HiQ™ series and other SLS® systems.ApplicationsComplex tooling inserts for injection molding and die-castingConformal cooling or heating channels integrated into tool designsSmaller and complex geometry metal partsLow volume metal part manufacturingProperty data is for sintered and infiltrated parts.Information provided by Axis Prototypes.