17-4PH Maraging Steel 3D Printing Service
High-strength SLM maraging steel for precision tooling, molds, and high-load structural parts that require excellent toughness and dimensional stability.
17-4PH Maraging Steel is a high-performance metal material designed for tooling and load-bearing applications that demand excellent strength, toughness, and dimensional stability. In SLM 3D printing, it is well suited for producing precision molds, industrial parts, and structural components that benefit from strong heat-treatment response and reliable mechanical performance.
What Is 17-4PH Maraging Steel?
17-4PH Maraging Steel is a high-strength metal material known for its strong mechanical performance, good toughness, and stable dimensional behavior. In SLM 3D printing, it is especially suitable for parts that must handle high loads, precision requirements, and demanding post-processing conditions such as heat treatment.
Compared with stainless steel, 17-4PH is more suitable for tooling and higher-load applications. Compared with titanium, it is less focused on lightweight design and more focused on strength, rigidity, and dimensional stability. It is a practical choice for molds, tooling inserts, industrial components, and other structurally demanding parts.
Best Fit for 17-4PH Printing
- Tooling components and precision molds
- High-load structural metal parts
- Industrial components requiring heat-treated performance
- Mechanical parts with tight dimensional stability requirements
- Medical equipment and customized metal assemblies
17-4PH Maraging Steel Specifications
Application
Industrial Metals
Technology
SLM
Price
From $25.00
Build Time
96 - 120 hours
Tolerance
±0.1mm (Within 100mm), ±0.1% (Above 100mm)
Min. Wall Thickness
1.5mm
Max. Size
334 × 358 × 400 mm
Surface Roughness
Ra 3.2–7 μm
Key Advantage
High strength after heat treatment
Material Character
Strong, tough, and dimensionally stable
Why Choose Our 17-4PH Printing Service
- Excellent strength and dimensional stability for tooling and high-load parts
- Suitable for molds, industrial parts, and structurally demanding applications
- Strong heat-treatment response for improved post-process mechanical performance
- Good choice for precise, durable metal components in low-volume production
- Practical for tooling inserts, mechanical parts, and customized industrial assemblies
17-4PH Maraging Steel Material Properties
Surface Roughness (As-built)
≥ 6 μm
Hardness (As-built)
HRC 35–38
Hardness (After Heat Treatment)
≤ HRC 41
Tensile Strength (As-built)
900 ±100 MPa
Tensile Strength (After Heat Treatment)
1300 ±100 MPa
Yield Strength (As-built)
560 ±100 MPa
Yield Strength (After Heat Treatment)
1100 ±100 MPa
Elongation (As-built)
28 ±2%
Elongation (After Heat Treatment)
16 ±2%
Best Use
Tooling and high-load metal parts
Compare 17-4PH with Other SLM Metal Materials
| Attribute | 17-4PH Maraging Steel | 316L Stainless Steel | Ti6Al4V (TC4) | CX Maraging Steel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | SLM | SLM | SLM | SLM |
| Application | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals |
| Price | From $25.00 | From $10.00 | From $15.00 | From $25.00 |
| Min. Wall Thickness | 1.5mm | 1.5mm | 1.5mm | 1.5mm |
| Max Size | 334 × 358 × 400 mm | 390 × 390 × 290 mm | 390 × 390 × 290 mm | 330 × 320 × 280 mm |
| Main Advantage | Strength and dimensional stability after heat treatment | Corrosion resistance and balanced strength | High strength-to-weight ratio | Ultra-high strength for extreme load conditions |
| Surface Condition | Ra 3.2–7 μm | Ra 3.2–7 μm | Ra 3.2–7 μm | Ra 3.2–7 μm |
| Tensile Strength (As-built) | 900 ±100 MPa | 600 MPa | 1230 ±50 MPa | 1000 ±100 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (After Heat Treatment) | 1300 ±100 MPa | Not listed | 1015 ±50 MPa | 1900 ±100 MPa |
| Typical Use | Tooling components, molds, industrial parts, medical equipment | Functional structural parts, corrosion-resistant components | High-performance lightweight structures and demanding components | Injection molds, die casting molds, aerospace and extreme-load parts |
| Summary | Choose 17-4PH for high-load tooling and metal parts requiring stable heat-treated performance. | Choose 316L for durable corrosion-resistant parts with balanced performance. | Choose TC4 for premium lightweight parts in demanding environments. | Choose CX Maraging Steel for even higher strength and extreme load capability. |
Need an SLM steel for tooling, molds, or high-load structural parts? 17-4PH Maraging Steel is a strong choice when heat-treated strength, dimensional stability, and durable industrial performance are key requirements.
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