Nikon SLM Solutions
F357
SLM / Metal · Aluminum · Metallic aluminum
Aluminium has been a lightweight, versatile material for over 100 years; good strength at low density, good thermal and electrical conductivity and high resistance in corrosive atmospheres make it an excellent choice for industrial applications. Compared with AlSi10Mg, F357 has a reduced silicon content of about 7%, which gives improved mechanical properties while keeping exceptional weldability.
420 MPa (horizontal)
Tensile Strength
11% (horizontal)
Elongation at Break
2.67 g/cm³
Density
Finish and colour of the material as printed
Why choose F357?Why this material
Good strength at low density
Good thermal and electrical conductivity
High resistance in corrosive atmospheres
Improved mechanical properties compared with AlSi10Mg
Exceptional weldability, beryllium free
Technical propertiesVerified figures only
420 MPa (horizontal)
430 MPa (vertical), no heat treatment (SLM 280 PRECISION)
Tensile Strength
11% (horizontal)
8% (vertical)
Elongation at Break
2.67 g/cm³
(powder density, approx.)
Density
Metallic aluminum
Natural Color
Typical applicationsWhat it is used for
Aerospace
Automotive
Heat exchangers
Research
Prototyping
Compatible printersSystems that run this material
NXG 600E
NXG XII 600
SLM 500
SLM 280 PS
SLM 280 2.0
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Technical Data Sheet
Download the Technical Data SheetMaterial characteristicsAppearance and classification
- Good conductivity
- SLM processability
- corrosion resistance
- strain tolerance
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