Copper Powder for 3D Printers

Balancing Printability and Performance

Due to its high reflectivity and high thermal conductivity, copper is generally considered a difficult material to print using L-PBF (laser powder bed fusion).

On the other hand, our copper-chromium alloy powder can achieve high densification even when processed on a standard L-PBF system (400 W laser power), resulting in extremely high thermal and electrical conductivity.

Furthermore, since we can provide our standard printing parameters, this reduces the time required to evaluate printing conditions and helps lower printing development costs.

Thermal Management Applications

In addition to high thermal conductivity, copper-chromium alloys exhibit superior mechanical properties compared to other materials. As a result, this makes it possible to increase the surface area of thermal management components—such as cold plates—through the use of microchannels and other features, thereby contributing to improved heat exchange performance (heat dissipation characteristics).

Comparison Table of Material Properties of printed Parts

Aerospace Applications

Copper-chromium alloys contribute to their use in aerospace components because, compared to other materials, they combine high thermal conductivity with excellent mechanical properties and manufacturing productivity.

Comparison Table of Material Properties of printed Parts

Other Line-up

In addition to copper-chromium alloy powders, we also offer high-purity copper powders that have been specifically formulated for 3D printing processes.