High Purity 3D Printing 304 Stainless Steel Powder

Description of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder: 

304 stainless steel is a common austenitic stainless steel, containing about 18% chromium and 8% nickel, with good corrosion resistance and machining properties. The 304 stainless steel powder can be processed by 3D printing technology, and parts with complex shapes and structures can be manufactured with high density and strength, which can meet the needs of various fields.

The manufacture of 3D-printed 304 stainless steel powder requires the stainless steel powder to be melted through a high-energy beam such as a laser or an electron beam. Then, the melted metal liquid is sprayed onto the printing platform to form a layer-by-layer metal structure. This is done layer by layer, resulting in a part with the desired shape and structure.

The main advantage of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder is its manufacturing flexibility. Due to the use of powdered materials for processing, different materials and alloys can be used in the production process to meet the needs of different customers. In addition, because 3D printing technology can manufacture parts with complex shapes and structures, it can reduce or eliminate the tedious processes such as cutting, grinding, and polishing required by traditional processing methods.

In addition, 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder can also improve production efficiency. Due to the high degree of automation in its manufacturing process, labor costs can be greatly reduced. At the same time, because the material used in its manufacturing process is relatively pure, it can increase the reliability and quality of the product.

The impurity elements in 304 ss:   

304 ss powder morphology: spherical

304 ss Purity: 99.9%

304 ss flakes Particle size : 0-20mm.

304 ss powder Appearance: grey powder

304 ss powder Package: Aluminum bag,Vacuum packing

Use: 3D printing metal Powder

304 ss flakes are used in powder metallurgy, injection molding (MIM), spray paint(SP), and other applications.  

Application of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder:    

Aerospace: 3D printing with 304 stainless steel powder offers an array of application opportunities in the aerospace field. Because parts in the aerospace field often need to have high quality, high strength, and high-temperature resistance, 3D-printed 304 stainless steel powder becomes the ideal material for manufacturing these parts. For example, aircraft landing gear, engine parts, and aerospace instruments can all be manufactured using 3D-printed 304 stainless steel powder.

Automotive manufacturing: Automotive manufacturing is also an important application area. Automotive parts with complex shapes and structures can be manufactured, such as engine parts, chassis parts, and suspension systems. Since 3D printing technology can reduce or eliminate processes such as cutting, grinding, and polishing required by traditional processing methods, it can greatly reduce production costs and improve manufacturing efficiency.

Medical devices: 3D printed 304 stainless steel powder also has a wide range of applications. Since medical devices often need to have a high degree of precision and complex structures, the use of 3D printing technology can meet these requirements. For example, it can be used to make artificial joints, prosthetics, and surgical instruments.

Architecture and architectural design: In the field of architecture and architectural design, 3D printing technology can be used to manufacture architectural models and building components. Using 3D printed 304 stainless steel powder can produce building models and components with high quality and high strength, improving the durability and safety of buildings.

Industrial production: In the field of industrial production, 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder can be used to manufacture high-precision parts, tools, and molds. For example, in the fields of petrochemical, power, electronics, and machinery manufacturing, 3D printing technology can be used to manufacture high-precision parts and tools, improve production efficiency, and reduce costs.

Scientific research: In the field of scientific research, The 3D printing process is extensively used in the fields of biology, materials science, and Physics. For example, 3D printing technology could be utilized to create materials and devices to conduct experiments using specific forms and shapes to evaluate the effectiveness of materials, as well as scientific research.

Art creation: In the field of art creation, 3D printing technology provides artists with new creative means. The use of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder can produce artworks and sculptures with high quality and high strength, which brings more imagination space and expression forms to the creation of artists.

 
Product Method of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder:   

Prepare raw materials: Prepare 304 stainless steel raw materials and cut them into small pieces for subsequent processing.

Hydrogenation treatment: The raw materials of stainless steel 304 are inserted into the hydrogenation furnace for a high-temperature hydrogenation process to produce the dense oxide film that covers the steel's surfaces. This will improve the resistance to corrosion as well as the mechanical properties of stainless steel.

Crushing and grinding: the hydrogenated 304 stainless steel material is broken into small pieces, and then the grinding process is carried out to grind it into powder.

Screening and impurity removal: The 304 stainless steel powder, after grinding, is screened, and impurity removal treatment is to make the powder particle size and purity meet the requirements.

Mixing and stirring: the 304 stainless steel powder, after screening and impurity removal, is mixed with other alloy powder in accordance with a certain proportion and stirred to make the mixture uniform.

Pressing and forming: The mixed powder is put into the pressing mold for pressing and forming to obtain parts with a certain shape and structure.

High-temperature sintering: the parts, after pressing and forming, are put into the high-temperature sintering furnace for high-temperature sintering treatment to make the parts have higher density, strength, and stability.

Testing and inspection: testing and inspection of sintered parts, including size, shape, structure, and mechanical properties, to ensure product quality.

In short, the production method of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder needs to go through multiple steps and links. Each link can have a major influence on the performance and quality of the item. So, each parameter of the process has to be carefully controlled during the production process to ensure security and reliability of the high-quality and efficiency. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to safe operating procedures in the production process to avoid accidents.

 
Prospect Market of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder:   

Market status: At present, the market demand for 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder is increasing. In the fields of aerospace, automobile manufacturing, medical devices, construction and architectural design, industrial production, and scientific research, 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder is more and more widely used. At the same time, it is the constant development of technology and the continual growth of the application fields, more and more enterprises have begun to enter this field, and the competition in the market is becoming ever more intense.

Market demand: With the continuous expansion of application fields, the market demand for 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder is also increasing. Especially in the fields of aerospace, automotive manufacturing, and medical devices, the demand for high-strength, high corrosion resistance, and high-quality metal materials is also increasing. Therefore, the market demand for 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder is very broad.

Technological development: With the continuous development and progress of 3D printing technology, more and more enterprises have begun to research and develop the manufacturing and application technology of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder. For example, the application of new technologies such as laser cladding technology and electron beam melting technology will further improve the performance and quality of 3D-printed 304 stainless steel powder, thereby expanding its application field.

Environmental awareness: With the continuous improvement of people's environmental awareness, more and more enterprises and consumers have begun to pay attention to environmental protection and sustainable development. Therefore, 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder as an environmentally friendly, energy-saving, and efficient material will be more and more widely used. At the same time, with the continuous strengthening and improvement of environmental regulations, the market prospects of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder will also be broader.

Customized demand: With the continuous development of the manufacturing industry, the demand for metal materials is becoming more and more diversified, and the demand for customization is becoming higher and higher. 3D printing technology can produce parts with complex shapes and structures, which can better meet the customized needs of customers. Therefore, the market prospects of 3D printing 304 stainless steel powder will also be broader.

Storage condition of 304 Stainless Steel powder:   

304 Stainless Steel Powder cannot be exposed to air. It should be packed in vacuum and kept in a dry, cool room. 304 powder is also not to be used under pressure.  
 
Shipping & Packing of 304 Stainless Steel Powder  
 There are different types of packaging depending on how much 304 Stainless Steel is powdered.  
 304 Stainless Steel Powder Packaging: Vacuum packing, 100g/500g/bag or 1kg/bag.  
 Shipping 304 Stainless Steel: Powder can be shipped by air, sea, or express as quickly as possible after payment receipt.  

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