CX Maraging Steel 3D Printing Service
Ultra-high-strength SLM maraging steel for precision tooling, high-load industrial components, and extreme performance metal applications.
CX Maraging Steel is a high-end SLM metal material developed for parts that demand ultra-high strength, excellent toughness, and superior dimensional stability after heat treatment. It is especially suitable for high-end tooling, injection molds, die casting molds, aerospace components, and high-load structural parts where conventional steels may not deliver enough performance.
What Is CX Maraging Steel?
CX Maraging Steel is an ultra-high-strength steel grade widely used in advanced additive manufacturing for tooling and extreme-load applications. In SLM 3D printing, it enables the production of complex metal parts with excellent mechanical strength, good toughness, and strong dimensional stability, especially after heat treatment.
Compared with standard stainless steels, CX Maraging Steel is far more suitable for high-load tooling and structurally demanding industrial applications. Compared with other maraging steels, it stands out for its exceptionally high post-heat-treatment strength, making it a strong choice for premium mold, insert, and precision engineering parts.
Best Fit for CX Maraging Steel Printing
- High-end tooling and precision industrial components
- Injection molds and die casting molds
- Aerospace parts and extreme-load mechanical components
- Tooling inserts and customized mold structures
- Applications requiring very high strength after heat treatment
CX 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
330 × 320 × 280 mm
Surface Roughness
Ra 3.2–7 μm
Key Advantage
Extreme strength after heat treatment
Material Character
Ultra-strong, tough, and precise
Why Choose Our CX Maraging Steel Printing Service
- Ultra-high strength for molds, tooling, and extreme-load parts
- Excellent toughness and dimensional stability after heat treatment
- Suitable for aerospace, precision tooling, and premium industrial applications
- Strong choice for complex parts that need both structural performance and accuracy
- Ideal for high-end metal components where conventional steels are not enough
CX Maraging Steel Material Properties
Surface Roughness (As-built)
Ra 3.2–7 μm
Hardness (As-built)
HRC 35 ±3
Hardness (After Heat Treatment)
HRC 48 ±3
Tensile Strength (As-built)
1000 ±100 MPa
Tensile Strength (After Heat Treatment)
1900 ±100 MPa
Yield Strength (As-built)
900 ±100 MPa
Yield Strength (After Heat Treatment)
1800 ±100 MPa
Elongation (As-built)
15 ±3%
Elongation (After Heat Treatment)
6 ±2%
Best Use
Extreme-load tooling and metal parts
Compare CX Maraging Steel with Other SLM Metal Materials
| Attribute | CX Maraging Steel | 17-4PH Maraging Steel | 18Ni300 Maraging Steel | 316L Stainless Steel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | SLM | SLM | SLM | SLM |
| Application | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals |
| Price | From $25.00 | From $25.00 | From $25.00 | From $10.00 |
| Min. Wall Thickness | 1.5mm | 1.5mm | 1.5mm | 1.5mm |
| Max Size | 330 × 320 × 280 mm | 334 × 358 × 400 mm | 330 × 320 × 280 mm | 390 × 390 × 290 mm |
| Main Advantage | Ultra-high post-heat-treatment strength | High strength and dimensional stability | Classic ultra-high-strength tooling grade | Corrosion resistance and balanced strength |
| 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) | 1000 ±100 MPa | 900 ±100 MPa | 1000 ±100 MPa | 600 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (After Heat Treatment) | 1900 ±100 MPa | 1300 ±100 MPa | 1900 ±100 MPa | Not listed |
| Typical Use | High-end tooling, molds, aerospace parts, extreme-load components | Tooling components, molds, industrial parts, medical equipment | Injection molds, die casting molds, aerospace parts, tooling inserts | Functional structural parts, corrosion-resistant components |
| Summary | Choose CX Maraging Steel for premium tooling and the highest strength requirements. | Choose 17-4PH for high-load tooling with strong dimensional stability. | Choose 18Ni300 for classic ultra-high-strength maraging steel applications. | Choose 316L for more general corrosion-resistant metal parts. |
Need an SLM steel for premium molds, aerospace components, or extreme-load industrial parts? CX Maraging Steel is a top-tier choice when maximum heat-treated strength and precision tooling performance matter most.
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