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Metals and plastics

CNC Machining Materials

ABS

Plastic

A durable, cost-effective plastic that offers strong impact resistance and comes in multiple grades and finishes.

Acetal

Plastic

A strong, low-friction plastic with excellent wear properties, suitable for precise applications in various environments.

Acrylic

Plastic

A clear thermoplastic known for its exceptional strength, rigidity, and optical transparency.

Aluminum 2011

Metal

Easy to machine but has moderate weldability and strength, and low corrosion resistance. Anodizing is needed to protect it.

Aluminum 2024

Metal

Resists fatigue, is easy to machine, but is difficult to weld and requires surface treatments for use in corrosive environments.

Aluminum 5052

Metal

Uses magnesium as its main alloying element, offers excellent corrosion resistance due to the absence of copper, and cannot be heat-treated.

Aluminum 6061

Metal

Renowned for its strength, weldability, and versatile use, it offers excellent machinability and mechanical performance.

Aluminum 6063

Metal

Has a similar composition to 6061 but offers better formability, though it is not as strong.

Aluminum 7075

Metal

Offers greater strength than 7050 aluminum and outstanding fatigue resistance, making it ideal for repeated stress applications.

Brass C260

Metal

An alloy made of about 30% zinc, with very low amounts of lead and iron.

Brass C360

Metal

Also referred to as free-cutting brass, this alloy is highly machinable due to the relatively high amount of lead. 

Bronze 642

Metal

Offers high strength, resists corrosion, and is easy to machine.

Bronze 932

Metal

A durable alloy with good wear and corrosion resistance, but it cannot be heat-treated.

C101

Metal

An extremely pure metal that comes in at about 99.99% Cu, which gives it exceptional conductivity.

C110

Metal

A highly pure, affordable copper alloy, ideal for electrical uses and easier to machine than copper 101.

HDPE

Plastic

A flexible thermoplastic known for its strength, chemical resistance, and impact resistance.

Inconel

Metal

A high-strength, corrosion-resistant nickel alloy designed for parts used in extreme environments.

Monel

Metal

A strong, corrosion-resistant nickel alloy that's suitable for high temperatures, welding, and is non-magnetic.

Noryl

Plastic

A stable thermoplastic with excellent electrical and fluid handling properties.

Nylon

Plastic

A strong, durable thermoplastic that resists wear, absorbs sound and vibration, and reduces friction.

PCTFE

Plastic

A high-performance fluoropolymer known for its exceptional strength, rigidity, and dimensional stability.

PEEK

Plastic

A high-performance plastic with strong resistance to chemicals and outstanding strength and stability.

PET

Plastic

A strong, rigid plastic that machines well, resists chemicals, and offers excellent bearing and wear performance.

Polycarbonate

Plastic

A clear plastic known for its high strength, stiffness, and impact resistance.

PPSU

Plastic

A durable thermoplastic with excellent thermal properties and impact resistance.

PSU

Plastic

A durable, high-temperature plastic that's hot water and steam resistant.

PTFE

Plastic

A flexible, low-friction fluoropolymer known for its exceptional chemical resistance and thermal properties.

PVC

Plastic

A strong, stiff, low-cost plastic material that is easy to fabricate and bond using adhesives or solvents.

PVDF

Plastic

A high-purity thermoplastic with outstanding chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, flame resistance, and UV stability.

Stainless Steel 13-8

Metal

A steel with excellent strength, hardness, and corrosion-resistant properties. 

Stainless Steel 15-5

Metal

A precipitation-hardened metal with superior strength, toughness, and corrosion resistance, enhanced by low-temperature heat treatment.

Stainless Steel 17-4

Metal

This metal offers high tensile strength, exceptional hardness, and strong corrosion resistance—even at elevated temperatures.

Stainless Steel 303

Metal

A strong, easy to machine, and corrosion resistant metal, making it a versatile choice for many uses.

Stainless Steel 304

Metal

A budget-friendly option with strong corrosion resistance and increased strength, comparable to 18-8 grade.

Stainless Steel 316

Metal

A strong, corrosion-resistant, highly machinable metal that's also affordable. 

Stainless Steel 416

Metal

Easy to machine, but susceptible to rust. Delivered soft, can be heat-treated for greater hardness and strength.

Stainless Steel 440

Metal

The highest carbon content in its series, it offers exceptional hardness and strength with moderate corrosion resistance.

Steel 1018

Metal

1018 is magnetic, compatible with surface hardening methods, and can be easily machined, welded, and heat-treated.

 

Steel 1045

Metal

1045 carbon steel offers excellent strength, durability, and machinability, making it well-suited for manufacturing applications.

Steel 1215

Metal

This steel grade machines easily but is not suitable for welding and has lower strength.

Steel 4140

Metal

A tough, strong metal with high resistance to wear and impact. Its higher carbon content increases its strength and hardness.

Steel 4142

Metal

Excellent toughness, ductility, strength, and machinability in its annealed state, but shouldn't be machined after heat treatment.

Steel 4340

Metal

A durable, high-strength alloy designed to perform well under extreme impact, heat, and wear.

Steel 8620

Metal

A medium-strength, low-carbon alloy steel known for toughness, strength, enhanced case hardness, and durability.

Titanium

Metal

Corrosion resistance, biocompatibility, and strength-to-weight ratio make it ideal for engineering challenges.

UHMW

Plastic

A remarkably durable plastic known for its excellent abrasion and wear resistance, as well as its low friction properties.

Ultem

Plastic

A strong plastic designed for excellent electrical properties and dependable performance in high-heat environments.

Resources

Hardness Testing Methods Cheat Sheets

Material Data Sheets

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