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Challenge the limits of manufacturing. QTS offers SLM metal 3D printing services, specializing in stainless steel, tool steel, and titanium. We create complex structures, lightweight designs, and conformal cooling channels impossible for CNC. Ideal for aerospace, medical, and tooling.
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8 High-Performance Metal Materials | Conformal Cooling | Complex Structure Monolithic Molding | 15+ Years Industry Experience
QTS SLM Metal 3D Printing Service combines 15+ years of 3D printing industry experience with 30+ years of chemical engineering background from key team members. We utilize cutting-edge SLM equipment with high-power lasers to precisely melt metal powders and weld them layer by layer into completely dense metal solids. We offer 8 high-performance metal material options including aluminum alloys, stainless steel, tool steel, titanium alloy, and nickel-based superalloy. Product performance rivals or exceeds traditional forged parts, enabling you to realize peak designs that previously existed only in theory.
Whether you need lightweight aircraft brackets, precision medical implants, high-efficiency mold inserts, or high-performance automotive components, QTS SLM Metal 3D Printing is your most reliable partner. We commit to providing detailed quotes and professional recommendations within 24 hours.
SLM technology easily creates complex internal lattice structures, hollow designs, or mesh topology-optimized shapes. You can achieve extreme lightweight design without sacrificing strength, critical in aerospace and racing applications. Designs impossible with traditional CNC are easily realized by SLM.
Traditional mold cooling channels can only be straight drilled holes with low and uneven cooling efficiency. SLM creates "conformal cooling channels" that perfectly conform to product contours, significantly improving cooling efficiency by 30-50%. This shortens injection cycles, increases productivity, and reduces product warping.
Using SLM technology, we can directly print titanium or cobalt-chromium implants (such as artificial joints, bone plates) that perfectly match patient bone structure based on CT scan data, achieving true personalized medicine. Excellent biocompatibility and reliability.
For extremely complex parts, traditional processes may require multiple CNC operations and fixture changes. SLM enables monolithic molding, reducing weeks of work to days while significantly reducing material waste. Accelerate your project progress.
Professional team with 15+ years 3D printing industry experience and 30+ years chemical engineering background provides optimal manufacturing solutions, material selection, and technical recommendations for each project.
Over 8000+ customers from aerospace, medical, automotive, precision molds and other industries choose QTS, witnessing our stable quality and professional service.
QTS provides 8 high-performance metal materials covering aluminum alloys, stainless steel, tool steel, titanium alloy, and nickel-based superalloy to meet the most stringent industrial application requirements:
General-purpose aluminum alloy with good machinability and corrosion resistance. Suitable for aerospace and automotive lightweight components. Density 2.7 g/cm³, tensile strength 290 MPa.
High-strength aluminum-silicon alloy with excellent casting properties. Suitable for complex structure parts. Density 2.7 g/cm³, tensile strength 420 MPa, elongation 10%.
Excellent corrosion resistance, widely used in medical and food industry. Density 7.9 g/cm³, tensile strength 580 MPa, elongation 32%.
Precipitation-hardening stainless steel with high strength and hardness. Suitable for aerospace and precision parts. Density 7.75 g/cm³, tensile strength 860 MPa, elongation 19%.
High-hardness tool steel with excellent wear resistance. Suitable for injection mold inserts. Density 8 g/cm³, tensile strength 1600 MPa (after heat treatment).
High-strength tool steel with excellent toughness. Suitable for precision molds. Density 8.09 g/cm³, tensile strength 1177 MPa, elongation 8%.
Extremely high strength-to-weight ratio, excellent biocompatibility. Suitable for aerospace and medical implants. Density 4.51 g/cm³, tensile strength 1100 MPa, elongation 8.5%.
Excellent high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance. Suitable for turbine blades and high-temperature parts. Density 8.24 g/cm³, tensile strength 1055 MPa (room temperature), 1340 MPa (elevated temperature).
| Material | Al 6061 | Al AlSi10Mg | SS 316L | SS 17-4PH | Tool Steel CX | Tool Steel 18Ni300 | Ti TC4 | Ni GH4169 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | 6061 | AlSi10Mg | 316L | 17-4PH | CX | 18Ni300 | TC4 | GH4169 | |
| Main Chemical Composition (wt.%) | Al: Bal. Mg:0.4~1.20 Si:0.2~0.8 | Al: Bal. Mg:0.2~0.45 Si: 10~11 | Fe: Bal. Cr: 15.9~17.7 Ni: 10~14 Mo: 2~3 | Fe: Bal. Cr:16~17.5 Ni: 3~5 Cu: 3~5 | Fe: Bal. Cr: 11~13 Ni: 8~10 Mo: 1~2 | Fe: Bal. Ni: 17~19 Co: 7~8 Mo: 4.5~5.2 | Ti: Bal. Al: 5.5~6.7 V: 3.5~4.5 | Fe: Bal. Ni: 50~55 Cr: 17~21 Nb: 5~5.5 | |
| Physical Properties | Powder Size μm | 15-53 | 15-53 | 15-53 | 15-53 | 15-53 | 15-53 | 15-53 | 15-53 |
| Bulk Density g/cm³ | 1.37 | 1.45 | 4.12 | 4.04 | 3.93 | 4.29 | 2.4 | 4.3 | |
| Tapped Density g/cm³ | 1.6 | 1.64 | 4.81 | 4.75 | 4.67 | 5.31 | 2.75 | 4.9 | |
| Density | Density g/cm³ | 2.7 | 2.7 | 7.9 | 7.75 | 8 | 8.09 | 4.51 | 8.24 |
| Theoretical Density | ≥98% | ≥99% | ≥99% | ≥99% | ≥99% | ≥99% | ≥99% | ≥99% | |
| As-Deposited Properties | Tensile Strength σb (MPa) | 290 | 420 | 580 | 860 | / | 1177 | 1100 | 1055 |
| Yield Strength σ0.2 (MPa) | 250 | 240 | 490 | 700 | / | 980 | 1032 | 755 | |
| Elongation % | 14 | 10 | 32 | 19 | / | 8 | 8.5 | 20 | |
| Hardness | / | 75HV | 12~14HRC | 18~22HRC | / | / | / | / | |
| Heat-Treated Properties | Tensile Strength σb (MPa) | / | 310 | 670 | 1340 | 1600 | 2163 | 970 | 1340 (RT) |
| Yield Strength σ0.2 (MPa) | / | 210 | 550 | 1210 | 1580 | 1920 | 924 | 1120 (RT) | |
| Elongation % | / | 10 | 35 | 13 | 11 | 2 | 15 | 19 (RT) | |
| Hardness | / | 96HV | 12~14HRC | / | 45~48HRC | 50~54HRC | / | / | |
Lightweight aircraft brackets, turbine blades, customized drone components. SLM's precision and lightweight characteristics perfectly meet aerospace's stringent requirements. Recommended materials: TC4, GH4169, AlSi10Mg.
High-efficiency mold inserts and sliders with conformal cooling channels. Conformal cooling design significantly improves mold efficiency and product quality. Recommended materials: CX, 18Ni300.
Customized artificial joints, cranial/mandibular implants, surgical instruments. Excellent biocompatibility enables personalized medical solutions. Recommended materials: TC4, 316L.
High-performance pistons, lightweight suspension system components, turbocharger impellers. Lightweight design enhances vehicle performance. Recommended materials: AlSi10Mg, TC4, GH4169.
| Specification Item | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Supported Materials | 8 Types | Aluminum alloys, stainless steel, tool steel, titanium alloy, nickel-based superalloy |
| Precision Level | ±0.1 mm | Industrial-grade ultra-high precision |
| Surface Roughness | Ra 1.6 - 6.3 μm | Can be post-processed as needed |
| Molding Size | Equipment-dependent | Supports large complex structure monolithic molding |
| Quote Time | Within 24 Hours | Fast professional evaluation |
| Delivery Time | 7-14 Business Days | Adjusted based on complexity |
| Equipment Grade | Cutting-Edge | High-power laser SLM equipment |
| Post-Processing Services | ✅ Supported | Polishing, heat treatment, surface treatment, etc. |
| Technology | FDM | LCD/SLA | SLS | SLM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision | Medium | High | Medium | Extreme |
| Surface Quality | Rough | Smooth | Medium | Smooth (Post-Processing) |
| Molding Size | Medium | Large | Large | Large |
| Material System | Plastic-based | Resin-based | Powder-based | Metal-based |
| Cost | Low | Medium | High | Extreme |
| Suitable Applications | Concept Models | Fine Prototypes | Functional Parts | Metal Parts, Aerospace, Medical |
Supports STL, STEP, OBJ and other formats. Upload your design file directly to our quote system.
Our engineering team conducts detailed evaluation and recommends the most suitable metal material, process solution, and post-processing method for your project.
Receive detailed quote, delivery estimate, technical recommendations and optimization suggestions to help you advance your project quickly.
A: Material selection should consider application environment, strength requirements, corrosion resistance, cost and other factors. Our professional team can recommend the optimal material based on your specific needs. For aerospace applications, we recommend TC4 or GH4169; for medical applications, TC4 or 316L; for mold applications, CX or 18Ni300.
A: SLM (Selective Laser Melting) is used for metal powders, producing completely dense metal solids with extremely high strength. SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) is used for plastic or nylon powders with lower strength. QTS's SLM equipment specializes in metal printing, suitable for high-end aerospace and medical applications.
A: Yes. SLM products are completely dense metal solids with performance rivaling traditional forged parts, ready for direct use. For special surface treatments (polishing, heat treatment, electroplating), we provide professional post-processing services.
A: Usually 7-14 business days after quote confirmation, depending on quantity and complexity. We provide 24-hour fast quotes so you can quickly understand delivery time.
A: We support 8 high-performance metal materials: Aluminum Alloy 6061, Aluminum Alloy AlSi10Mg, Stainless Steel 316L, Stainless Steel 17-4PH, Tool Steel CX, Tool Steel 18Ni300, Titanium Alloy TC4, and Nickel-Based Superalloy GH4169. We can recommend the most suitable material based on your application needs.
A: We use cutting-edge SLM equipment with 15+ years industry experience and 30+ years chemical engineering background. Each project undergoes strict quality inspection to ensure specification compliance.
A: Absolutely. Whether single prototypes or small batch production, we provide the most cost-effective solutions.
A: Simply upload your 3D file and we'll provide detailed quote within 24 hours. After confirmation, production starts with typical 7-14 business day delivery.
A: Supports STL, STEP, OBJ, IGES and other standard 3D formats. For special formats, please contact us.
A: Phone: +886-3-6582308 (Mon-Fri 08:30-18:00) | Email: info@qts.tw | Address: 1F, No. 8, Lane 338, Jiaxing Road, Zhubeishi, Hsinchu County, Taiwan 30251
Fill out the form below, upload your 3D file, and we will provide you with a detailed quote and technical recommendations within 24 hours.
Company Name: QTS Corporation
Tax ID: 24365232
Phone: +886-3-6582308 (Mon-Fri 08:30-18:00)
Email: info@qts.tw
Address: 1F, No. 8, Lane 338, Jiaxing Road, Zhubeishi, Hsinchu County, Taiwan 30251
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