How Can a Single Powder Shape the Future of Manufacturing? Discover Stainless Steel Powder for 3D Printing
As powder metallurgy technology continues to advance, stainless steel metal powders are becoming increasingly prevalent in industrial manufacturing. From automotive components and medical devices to 3D printing materials and high-end electronics, these powders are everywhere—serving as indispensable materials in modern manufacturing.
What is Stainless Steel Powder?
Stainless steel powder is created by processing stainless steel through specialized powder-making methods such as gas atomization or plasma atomization. The result is fine, nearly spherical particles, typically ranging in size from 15 to 100 microns. These powders serve as the “ink” for metal 3D printers. Under the influence of high-energy lasers or electron beams, the powder is melted layer by layer and stacked to form dense, fully functional metal parts.
Stainless steel powder is one of the most popular materials in metal 3D printing, with its Core Advantages reflected in three key aspects:
1. Process Compatibility
* Stainless steel powder has high laser absorption efficiency (e.g., DMLS/SLM technologies), enabling smooth shaping and excellent weldability, which ensures stable printing and high-precision outputs.
* Its high sphericity (up to 98% with technologies like SS-PREP®) and excellent flowability guarantee uniformity and density in printed layers.
2. Physical Properties
* Outstanding resistance to rust, corrosion, and wear makes it ideal for long-term use in harsh environments, such as marine equipment and chemical components.
* High tensile strength, with some specialty stainless steels (like 17-4PH) capable of further mechanical enhancement through heat treatment.
3. Cost-Effectiveness
* Compared to high-end materials like titanium alloys, stainless steel offers a lower cost and higher recyclability, significantly reducing production expenses.
Stainless steel powder finds applications in aerospace, medical devices, automotive manufacturing, mold making, and more.
Based on the types of stainless steel, it can be categorized into the following major classes:
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奥氏体不锈钢 Austenitic stainless steels |
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Standards* |
Fe |
C |
Cr |
Ni |
Mo |
Si |
Mn |
S |
P |
Other |
O |
|
1.4882 |
UNS S63019 |
Bal. |
0.5 |
21 |
4.5 |
- |
0.3 |
9 |
≤0.05 |
≤0.03 |
- |
- |
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304L |
UNS S30400 / S30403 |
Bal. |
0.03 |
18.0-20.0 |
8.0-12.0 |
- |
1 |
2 |
0.03 |
0.045 |
- |
- |
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310S |
UNS S31008 |
Bal. |
0.08 |
24.0-26.0 |
19.0-22.0 |
- |
1.5 |
2 |
0.03 |
0.045 |
- |
- |
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316L |
UNS S31600 / S31603 |
Bal. |
≤0.03 |
16.0-18.0 |
10.0-14.0 |
2.0-3.0 |
≤1.0 |
≤2.0 |
≤0.03 |
≤0.045 |
N ≤0.10 |
- |
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316Ti |
UNS S31635 |
Bal. |
0.08 |
16.0-18.0 |
10.0-14.0 |
2.0-3.0 |
1 |
2 |
- |
- |
Ti 0.7,N 0.25 |
- |
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904L |
UNS N08904 |
Bal. |
0.02 |
19.0-23.0 |
23.0-28.0 |
4.0-5.0 |
1 |
2 |
0.035 |
0.045 |
- |
- |
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HK30 |
JIS J92403 |
Bal. |
0.25-0.35 |
23.0-27.0 |
19.0-22.0 |
0.5 |
0.75-1.75 |
1.5 |
- |
- |
Nb 1.20-1.50 |
- |
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N-50 |
UNS S20910 |
Bal. |
0.03-0.05 |
20.5-22.0 |
11.7-13.0 |
2.0-2.5 |
0.2-0.6 |
4.0-5.5 |
≤0.015 |
≤0.040 |
Ta ≤0.10, Ti ≤0.02, Sn ≤0.03, W ≤0.15, Cu ≤0.75 |
- |
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N-60 |
UNS S21800 |
Bal. |
0.1 |
16.0-18.0 |
8.0-9.0 |
- |
3.5-4.5 |
7.0-9.0 |
- |
- |
N 0.08-0.18 |
- |
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PANACEA |
- |
Bal. |
≤0.05 |
16.5-17.5 |
≤0.10 |
3.0-3.5 |
0.40-0.80 |
10.5-11.5 |
≤0.04 |
≤0.04 |
Co ≤0.05, N 0.15-0.60, Nb ≤0.73 |
<0.2 |
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双相不锈钢 Duplex stainless steels |
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Standards* |
Fe |
Cr |
Ni |
Mo |
C |
Si |
Mn |
P |
S |
N |
Other |
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1.4091 |
EN Number 1.4091 |
Bal. |
32-38 |
11-16 |
2.0-4.0 |
1.0- 1.5 |
≤1.0 |
≤1.0 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
0.10-0.40 |
W 0.5-2.0 |
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2205 |
UNS S32205 / S32205 |
Bal. |
22 |
5 |
3.2 |
≤0.030 |
≤1.0 |
≤2.0 |
≤0.030 |
≤0.015 |
0.18 |
- |
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2507 |
UNS S32750 |
Bal. |
25 |
7 |
4 |
≤0.030 |
≤0.8 |
≤1.2 |
≤0.025 |
≤0.015 |
0.3 |
Cu 0.5 |
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2707 |
UNS S32707 |
Bal. |
27 |
6.5 |
4.8 |
≤0.030 |
≤0.5 |
≤1.5 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.010 |
0.4 |
Co 1.0 |
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3207 |
UNS S33207 |
Bal. |
32 |
7 |
3.5 |
≤0.030 |
≤0.8 |
≤1.5 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.010 |
0.5 |
- |
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马氏体不锈钢 Martensitic stainless steels |
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Standards |
Fe |
C |
Cr |
Nb |
Mo |
Si |
Mn |
S |
P |
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410 |
UNS S41000 / EN No. 1.4006 |
Bal. |
0.15 |
11.5-13.5 |
- |
- |
1 |
1 |
0.03 |
0.04 |
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420 |
UNS S42000 / EN No. 1.4021 |
Bal. |
0.3 |
13 |
- |
- |
≤1.0 |
≤1.0 |
≤0.03 |
≤0.04 |
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440B |
UNS S44003 / EN No. 1.4112 |
Bal. |
0.75-0.95 |
16.0-18.0 |
- |
0.75 |
1 |
1 |
0.03 |
0.04 |
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440C |
UNS S44004 / EN No. 1.4125 |
Bal. |
0.95-1.20 |
16.0-18.0 |
- |
0.75 |
1 |
1 |
0.03 |
0.04 |
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铁素体不锈钢 Ferritic stainless steels |
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Standards* |
Fe |
C |
Cr |
Si |
Mn |
Mo |
S |
P |
N |
Nb |
Ti |
Ni |
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430 |
UNS S43000 / EN No. 1.4016 |
Bal. |
0.12 |
16.0-18.0 |
1 |
1 |
- |
0.03 |
0.04 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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430L |
UNS 43000 |
Bal. |
0.03 |
16.0-18.0 |
1 |
1 |
- |
0.03 |
0.04 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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434 |
UNS S43400 / EN No. 1.4113 |
Bal. |
0.12 |
16.0-18.0 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
0.03 |
0.04 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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441 |
UNS S43940 |
Bal. |
0.005-0.030 |
17.5-19.0 |
< 1.0 |
< 1.0 |
- |
< 0.040 |
< 0.040 |
- |
0.70-0.95 |
0.2-0.6 |
< 1.0 |
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446 |
UNS S44600 |
Bal. |
< 0.2 |
26.0-29.0 |
< 1.0 |
< 1.5 |
- |
< 0.015 |
< 0.040 |
0.15-0.25 |
- |
- |
- |
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沉淀硬化不锈钢 Precipitation hardening stainless steels |
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Standards* |
Fe |
C |
Cr |
Si |
Mn |
S |
P |
Cu |
Nb |
Mo |
Al |
Ni |
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15-5PH |
UNS S1550 |
Bal. |
0.07 |
14.0-15.5 |
1 |
1 |
0.04 |
0.03 |
2.5-4.5 |
0.15-0.45 |
- |
- |
3.5-5.5 |
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17-4PH |
UNS S17400 |
Bal. |
≤0.07 |
15.5-17.5 |
1 |
≤1.0 |
≤0.04 |
≤0.03 |
3.0-5.0 |
0.15-0.45 |
≤0.3 |
- |
3.0-5.0 |
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17-7PH |
UNS S17700 |
Bal. |
0.09 |
16.0-18.0 |
1 |
1 |
0.04 |
0.04 |
- |
- |
- |
0.75-1.50 |
6.5-7.75 |
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PH13-8MO |
UNS S13800 |
Bal. |
≤0.5 |
12.25-13.25 |
≤0.1 |
≤0.1 |
≤0.008 |
≤0.01 |
- |
- |
2.0-2.5 |
0.90-1.35 |
7.5-8.5 |
Why Choose CENTURION MATERIAL INNOVATION INC.’s Stainless Steel Powder?
As a specialized company focused on metal powders, Centurion is committed to providing high-quality stainless steel powders with the following core advantages:
1. Diverse Product Range:
A wide selection including grades such as 304L, 316L, and 17-4PH to meet various industrial needs.
2. Strict Quality Control:
Uniform particle size distribution and high purity, compliant with both domestic and international industry standards.
3. Responsive Service:
In-stock availability and fast delivery, along with expert application consulting and technical support.
Whether you're engaged in 3D printing, powder metallurgy, or specialized manufacturing processes, we offer reliable stainless steel powder solutions tailored to your needs.
Feel free to contact us for samples and quotations—let our high-quality stainless steel powder add strength and brilliance to your products!