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Metals for sheet metal fabrication

Protolabs Network offers various types of sheet metal materials, including aluminum sheet metal and copper sheet metal.

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Our metals for sheet metal fabrication

Material Properties Typical usage Price
Aluminum 5052 Moderate strength and good fatigue resistance. Excellent thermal and electrical conductivity. Automotive parts, marine components, electronic chassis $$$
Aluminum 5754 Excellent corrosion resistance, good formability and weldability. Automotive panels and components, marine components $$$
Copper C110 High electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, and corrosion resistance. Electrical wiring, plumbing, heat exchangers $$$$
Stainless steel 304 Excellent mechanical properties and good machinability. Resistant to most environments and corrosive media. Food processing equipment, kitchen appliances, architectural trim $$$$
Stainless steel 316L Similar mechanical properties to 304, with higher corrosion and chemical resistance. Chemical processing equipment, medical implants, marine hardware $$$$$
Steel 1018 Good machinability, weldability, toughness, strength. Susceptible to corrosion. Screws, nuts, bolts, gears, automotive components $$
We can source thousands of materials on request. Please contact us for specific material requests. Contact us

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