Cu (Pure Copper) 3D Printing Service
High-purity copper for advanced thermal management, electrical conductivity, and complex internal cooling structures in demanding industrial applications.
Pure Copper is a high-conductivity SLM metal material designed for applications that require outstanding heat transfer and electrical performance. It enables the production of complex internal cooling channels and functional geometries that are difficult to achieve with conventional machining, making it ideal for heat exchangers, cooling plates, heat sinks, induction coils, and high-performance electrical components.
What Is Pure Copper?
Pure Copper is a high-purity metal material valued for its exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity. In SLM 3D printing, it is especially useful for producing complex cooling channels, intricate heat-transfer structures, and specialized electrical components that are difficult to manufacture using traditional subtractive methods.
Compared with aluminum alloys, pure copper offers significantly higher conductivity. Compared with structural steels, it is less focused on strength and more focused on thermal management and electrical performance. It is an advanced material choice when heat dissipation, energy transfer, and conformal cooling design are the top priorities.
Best Fit for Pure Copper Printing
- Heat exchangers and advanced cooling plates
- Electronic heat sinks and thermal management components
- Induction coils and high-conductivity electrical parts
- Aerospace thermal components and new energy systems
- Complex internal cooling structures for high-performance applications
Pure Copper Specifications
Application
Industrial Metals
Technology
SLM
Price
From $100.00
Build Time
10+ days
Tolerance
±0.1mm (Within 100mm), ±0.1% (Above 100mm)
Min. Wall Thickness
1.5mm
Max. Size
350 × 350 × 500 mm
Surface Roughness
Ra 12.5
Key Advantage
Exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity
Material Character
Highly conductive and thermally efficient
Why Choose Our Pure Copper Printing Service
- Outstanding thermal conductivity for heat transfer and cooling applications
- Excellent electrical conductivity for advanced electrical components
- Supports conformal cooling channels and complex internal structures
- Ideal for new energy, electronics, aerospace, and thermal management systems
- Suitable for specialized parts where conventional metal processing is limited
Pure Copper Material Properties
Surface Roughness
Ra 12.5
Hardness
115 HV
Thermal Conductivity
365 W/(m·K)
Electrical Conductivity
96% IACS
Electrical Resistivity
1.8 μΩ·cm
Tensile Strength
240 MPa
Yield Strength
165 MPa
Elongation
30%
Density
99.9%
Best Use
Thermal and electrical applications
Compare Pure Copper with Other SLM Metal Materials
| Attribute | Cu (Pure Copper) | CuCrZr Copper Alloy | AlSi10Mg Aluminum | 316L Stainless Steel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | SLM | SLM | SLM | SLM |
| Application | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals |
| Price | From $100.00 | From $100.00 | From $10.00 | From $10.00 |
| Min. Wall Thickness | 1.5mm | 1.5mm | 1.0mm | 1.5mm |
| Max Size | 350 × 350 × 500 mm | 350 × 350 × 500 mm | 355 × 405 × 400 mm | 390 × 390 × 290 mm |
| Main Advantage | Highest thermal and electrical conductivity | Better balance of conductivity and strength | Lightweight and thermally efficient | Corrosion resistance and structural durability |
| Thermal Conductivity | 365 W/(m·K) | Not listed | Not listed | 15.1 W·m⁻¹·K⁻¹ |
| Electrical Conductivity | 96% IACS | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
| Tensile Strength | 240 MPa | ≥ 450 MPa | 440 ±50 MPa | 600 MPa |
| Typical Use | Heat exchangers, cooling plates, heat sinks, induction coils | Cooling components, electrodes, molds with conformal cooling | Heat-dissipation parts, lightweight housings, functional structures | Functional structural parts, corrosion-resistant components |
| Summary | Choose Pure Copper for maximum conductivity in thermal and electrical applications. | Choose CuCrZr when you need better strength with strong conductivity. | Choose AlSi10Mg for lightweight thermal parts and structural efficiency. | Choose 316L for durable structural applications rather than conductivity-focused parts. |
Need an SLM metal for heat transfer or electrical performance? Pure Copper is the top choice when maximum conductivity, conformal cooling capability, and advanced thermal management are the primary design goals.
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