Materials
Your project, your way. With an incredible range of materials, from performance-grade metals to engineering polymers and cast polyurethanes, you can be sure you’ll find the right fit for your needs at Materialise. Discover the complete collection for different manufacturing technologies right here and create parts with the mechanical properties, functional characteristics, or looks you need for your project.


Metal 3D printing
Aluminum (AlSi₁₀Mg)
Technology
Metal 3D printing
Description
The strength, thermal properties, low weight, and flexible post-processing of this aluminum alloy, AlSi₁₀Mg, make it ideal for prototyping and manufacturing in industries such as automotive and aerospace.
Key characteristics
- Offers the largest printing volume of all metal 3D printing materials
- Lightweight, with good strength-to-weight ratio
- High thermal and electrical conductivity
- Suitable for post-machining
- Max part dimensions: 500 x 280 x 345 mm

Titanium (Ti₆Al₄V)
Technology
Metal 3D printing
Description
Ti₆Al₄V is a lightweight titanium alloy with excellent mechanical strength and superior corrosion resistance, making it ideal for functional prototypes and high-performance end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Excellent mechanical properties
- Lightweight, with a high strength-to-weight ratio
- High corrosion and temperature resistance
- Suitable for post-machining
- Max part dimensions: 250 x 250 x 305 mm

Stainless Steel (SS316L)
Technology
Metal 3D printing
Description
Stainless Steel (SS316L) is a low-carbon stainless steel alloy that offers excellent strength, high corrosion resistance and ductility, and good thermal properties, making it suitable for general prototyping.
Key characteristics
- Excellent strength
- High corrosion, temperature, and chemical resistance
- High ductility
- Suitable for food-safe applications
- Max part dimensions: 250 x 250 x 305 mm

Inconel (IN718)
Technology
Metal 3D printing
Description
Inconel (IN718) is a high-strength, corrosion-resistant alloy with exceptional thermal resistance. Ideal for functional prototypes and high-performance parts that need to withstand extreme conditions.
Key characteristics
- Exceptional thermal resistance up to 700°C
- High corrosion resistance
- High yield, tensile, and creep-rupture strength
- Suitable for post-machining
- Max part dimensions: 250 x 250 x 305 mm

Stainless Steel (C465)
Technology
Metal 3D printing
Description
Stainless Steel (C465) is an age-hardenable stainless steel alloy that offers excellent strength and fracture toughness, and high corrosion resistance, making it ideal for high-performance end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Excellent tensile strength, hardness, and fracture toughness
- High corrosion resistance
- Age-hardenable steel alloy
- Max part dimensions: 250 x 250 x 305 mm

Selective laser sintering
PA 12 Medical-Grade (PA 2201)
Technology
Selective laser sintering
Description
PA 12 Medical-Grade offers high strength, chemical resistance, and detail resolution, making it ideal for high-quality and fully-functional biocompatible plastic parts for settings such as operating rooms. This material is subjected to testing for cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation, acute systemic toxicity, and material-mediated pyrogenicity.
Key characteristics
- Biocompatible material
- High strength and stiffness
- Good chemical resistance
- High selectivity and detail resolution
- Max part dimensions: 170 x 215 x 320 mm

PA 12 (SLS)
Technology
Selective laser sintering
Description
PA 12 (SLS) is a general-purpose material that offers excellent long-term stability and good chemical resistance, making it suitable for functional prototypes and end-use parts, as well as consumer goods.
Key characteristics
- Strong, general-purpose material printed without a support structure
- High strength and stiffness
- High chemical, mechanical, and thermal resistance
- Fast Lane service available for online orders of PA 12 (SLS) – Normal finish
- Max part dimensions: 630 x 330 x 550 mm
- Max part dimensions (Fast Lane orders): 270 x 270 x 270 mm

PA-AF (Aluminum Filled)
Technology
Selective laser sintering
Description
PA-AF blends polyamide with aluminum to produce strong, stiff parts resistant to temperatures of up to 130°C. With a metallic appearance, it is ideal for models, rapid tooling, and fixtures.
Key characteristics
- Strong, stiff material printed without a support structure
- Slightly sparkly metallic appearance, suitable for post-machining
- High temperature resistance (130°C)
- Max part dimensions: 630 x 330 x 550 mm

PA-GF
Technology
Selective laser sintering
Description
PA-GF blends polyamide with glass beads to offer higher durability, stiffness, and thermal resistance. It is ideal for prototypes or applications where temperature or wear resistance are key.
Key characteristics
- Strong, stiff material printed without a support structure
- High tensile strength, wear resistance, and temperature resistance (110°C)
- Suitable for post-machining
- Max part dimensions: 630 x 330 x 550 mm

Polypropylene (PP)
Technology
Selective laser sintering
Description
A tough, fatigue-resistant, and lightweight material, polypropylene (PP) is ideal for functional prototypes of snap-fit assemblies or living hinges in automotive components, packaging, and consumer goods.
Key characteristics
- Tough yet flexible material printed without a support structure
- Very high elongation at break (> 500%)
- Lightweight and fatigue resistant
- Max part dimensions: 480 x 480 x 430 mm

PA 2210 FR
Technology
Selective laser sintering
Description
PA 2210 FR is a high-performance, UL Blue Card-certified polyamide containing a halogen-free flame retardant. Excellent long-term stability and good chemical resistance make it ideal for functional prototypes or end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Strong material printed without a support structure
- Flame retardant — UL Blue Card-certified (UL 94 rating of V-0 at 3 mm wall thickness), CS/FAR 25.853 compliant
- High chemical, mechanical, and thermal resistance
- Max part dimensions: 280 x 280 x 550 mm

PA 2241 FR
Technology
Selective laser sintering
Description
PA 2241 FR is a high-performance, flame-retardant polyamide. Its excellent long-term stability and good chemical resistance make it ideal for functional prototypes or end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Strong material printed without a support structure
- Flame retardant — CS/FAR 25.853 compliant, available in Airbus certified grade, according to AIPI 03-07-022
- Excellent long-term stability and high chemical resistance
- Max part dimensions: 630 x 330 x 550 mm

Multi Jet Fusion
PA 12 (MJF)
Technology
Multi Jet Fusion
Description
With higher density and lower porosity than laser-sintered polyamide, this strong, general-purpose material is ideal for precision forms and works equally well for functional prototypes or end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Strong, general-purpose material printed without a support structure
- High density and low porosity, with crisp textures and detailed surfaces
- Near-isotropic mechanical properties
- Max part dimensions: 370 x 274 x 375 mm

PA 12S
Technology
Multi Jet Fusion
Description
Combining an excellent level of detail and dimensional accuracy with minimal post-processing, this eye-catching material is ideal for fast iterations during prototyping or low-requirement series production.
Key characteristics
- High visual specifications
- Excellent dimensional accuracy
- Low post-processing requirements
- Max part dimensions: 370 x 274 x 375 mm

PA 11
Technology
Multi Jet Fusion
Description
Combining excellent mechanical properties with impressive surface quality and detail, this material is ideal for both series production and functional prototypes, especially in industries like medtech (O&P), aerospace, and automotive.
Key characteristics
- Flexible and stress-resistant
- Excellent surface detail and dimensional accuracy
- High density and isotropy
- Smooth surface quality with minimal post-processing
- Max part dimensions: 370 x 274 x 375 mm

Ultrasint TPU 90A-01
Technology
Multi Jet Fusion
Description
Ultrasint TPU 90A-01 combines durable elasticity with good wear and abrasion resistance, making it ideal for prototypes and end-use applications that require good shock absorption.
Key characteristics
- Rubber-like material printed without a support structure
- Durable elasticity with high elongation at break
- Good wear and abrasion resistance, and good shock absorption
- Max part dimensions: 370 x 274 x 375 mm

Stereolithography
Poly1500
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Poly1500 is a durable, resilient material that offers high surface quality and dimensional accuracy. With properties similar to polypropylene, it is ideal for functional prototypes.
Key characteristics
- Similar properties to polypropylene
- Good durability, impact resistance, and heat resistance
- Among the largest printing volumes of stereolithography materials
- Max part dimensions: 2,000 x 700 x 788 mm

ProtoGen White
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
ProtoGen White's resilience, surface quality, and thermal properties make it suitable for general-purpose applications such as RTV molding patterns, highly detailed parts, and durable concept models.
Key characteristics
- Similar properties to ABS
- Resilient material with good surface quality
- Among the largest printing volumes of stereolithography materials
- Max part dimensions: 2,000 x 700 x 788 mm

TuskXC2700T
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Designed to simulate ABS, TuskXC2700T is a strong material that offers high resolution and a smooth surface. It is ideal for water-resistant prototypes and high-end finished models. Transparent finishes possible.
Key characteristics
- Strong, water-resistant material with properties similar to ABS and PBT
- Great surface quality, with transparent finishes possible
- Among the largest printing volumes of stereolithography materials
- Fast Lane service available for online orders of TuskXC2700T – Basic finish, Support marks removed, or Support marks removed + sandblasted
- Max part dimensions: 2,000 x 700 x 788 mm
- Max part dimensions (Fast Lane orders): 100 x 100 x 100 mm

TuskXC2700W
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Designed to simulate ABS, TuskXC2700W is a strong material with a rapid lead time. It is ideal for water-resistant and functional prototypes. Also available in clear.
Key characteristics
- Strong, water-resistant material with properties similar to ABS and PBT
- Fast Lane service available for online orders of TuskXC2700W – Basic finish, Support marks removed, or Support marks removed + sandblasted
- Max part dimensions: 350 x 350 x 350 mm
- Max part dimensions (Fast Lane orders): 100 x 100 x 100 mm

Taurus
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Taurus has the look and feel of an injection-molded part, offering strong mechanical properties and high surface detail. It's an ideal choice for form-, fit-, and function-testing, as well as functional prototypes.
Key characteristics
- Injection-molded look and feel
- Strong mechanical properties
- High surface detailing
- Max part dimensions: 480 x 480 x 560 mm

Xtreme
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Xtreme is a tough, general-purpose material with high impact strength, high elongation, and excellent surface quality. With properties close to ABS, Xtreme is ideal for functional prototyping.
Key characteristics
- General-purpose material with properties similar to ABS
- High impact strength and elongation at break
- Excellent surface quality
- Max part dimensions: 480 x 480 x 560 mm

Tusk Somos SolidGrey3000
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Exclusive to Materialise, Tusk Somos SolidGrey3000 combines very high stiffness and impact strength. It is ideal for functional prototypes, durable concept models, robust scale models, as well as end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- High degree of stiffness
- High impact strength
- Available exclusively at Materialise
- Max part dimensions: 2,000 x 700 x 788 mm

PerFORM
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
A resin with ceramic particles, PerFORM offers high stiffness and strength, as well as excellent heat resistance and detail. It is ideal for prototyping and for rapid tooling for injection molds.
Key characteristics
- Stiffness comparable to glass fiber-reinforced polycarbonate
- High thermal resistance and excellent detail resolution
- Superior sidewall quality
- Max part dimensions: 800 x 800 x 585 mm

Fused deposition modeling
ABS-M30
Technology
Fused deposition modeling
Description
Stronger than standard ABS, ABS-M30 is a versatile, production-grade thermoplastic that is lightweight and resilient. This material is ideal for prototypes, tooling, and end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Stronger than standard ABS
- Smoother parts and finer feature details than standard ABS
- Very high dimensional accuracy
- Fast Lane service available for online orders of ABS-M30 White/Black - Normal finish
- Max part dimensions: 914 x 610 x 914 mm
- Max part dimensions (Fast Lane orders): 250 x 250 x 300 mm

ABS-M30i
Technology
Fused deposition modeling
Description
Similar to ABS-M30 in strength, durability, and feature detail, ABS-M30i is biocompatible, making it ideal for applications in the food packaging, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries.
Key characteristics
- Biocompatible and ISO 10993 compliant
- High tensile, impact and flexural strength
- Very high dimensional accuracy
- Max part dimensions: 914 x 610 x 914 mm

ABS-ESD7
Technology
Fused deposition modeling
Description
ABS-ESD7 combines the strength and durability of ABS with carbon to provide electrostatic dissipative (ESD) properties, making it a safer choice for static-sensitive prototypes and tooling.
Key characteristics
- High impact strength and durability
- Electrostatic-dissipative properties
- Very high dimensional accuracy
- Max part dimensions: 914 x 610 x 914 mm

Polycarbonate
Technology
Fused deposition modeling
Description
Polycarbonate is a Blue Card-certified flame-retardant thermoplastic with excellent impact strength, dimensional stability, and thermal resistance. It is ideal for prototypes, tooling, and end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Excellent impact strength and temperature resistance
- Flame retardant — Blue Card-certified, UL 94 HB certified
- High flexural and tensile strength, and very high dimensional accuracy
- Max part dimensions: 914 x 610 x 914 mm

PC-ABS
Technology
Fused deposition modeling
Description
PC-ABS combines the strength and heat resistance of polycarbonate with the flexibility of ABS. Offering excellent mechanical properties, it is ideal for prototypes, tooling, and end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- High impact strength and thermal resistance of polycarbonate
- High flexural and tensile strength of ABS
- Very high dimensional accuracy
- Max part dimensions: 914 x 610 x 914 mm

PC-ISO
Technology
Fused deposition modeling
Description
This biocompatible polycarbonate material is known for its high strength and stiffness. Its versatility, durability, and dimensional stability make it ideal for everything from heavy-duty prototypes in industries like aerospace and automotive to small series of end-use medtech parts.
Key characteristics
- High strength and stiffness, ideal for parts exposed to constant stress and heavy loads
- Excellent heat resistance, making it suitable for use in high-temperature environments
- Good chemical resistance and dimensional stability
- Max part dimensions: 914 x 610 x 914 mm

Ultem 9085
Technology
Fused deposition modeling
Description
Ultem 9085 is a flame-retardant thermoplastic. With its superior mechanical performance and strength-to-weight ratio, it is ideal for highly functional prototypes and production-grade end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Superior mechanical properties, with a high strength-to-weight ratio
- Very high dimensional accuracy
- Max part dimensions: 914 x 610 x 914 mm

PA-CF
Technology
Fused deposition modeling
Description
PA-CF is a strong, stiff, and lightweight thermoplastic filament, reinforced with chopped carbon fiber. Ideal applications include tooling, functional prototypes, and machine parts that undergo regular stress.
Key characteristics
- High strength and stiffness while remaining lightweight
- Highest flexural strength and stiffness-to-weight ratio of any FDM material
- Twice as strong as regular polyamide
- Max part dimensions: 914 x 610 x 914 mm
- Max part dimensions (online orders): 406 x 355 x 406 mm

PolyJet
Vero
Technology
PolyJet
Description
Vero is a rigid, opaque material that offers excellent detail and can be blended with other PolyJet materials to determine toughness, rigidity, or translucency. Available in multiple colors.
Key characteristics
- Rigid, general-purpose material
- High level of surface detail
- Can be combined with other PolyJet materials to alter toughness, rigidity, or translucency
- Max part dimensions: 490 x 390 x 200 mm

VeroClear
Technology
PolyJet
Description
VeroClear is a rigid, transparent material that offers high dimensional stability and exceptional surface detail. It is ideal for concept modeling and form- and fit-testing of clear parts.
Key characteristics
- Transparent, rigid material
- High level of surface detail
- Can be combined with colored PolyJet materials
- Max part dimensions: 490 x 390 x 200 mm

Agilus
Technology
PolyJet
Description
Agilus is a flexible, rubber-like resin with superior tear-resistance, elongation, and tensile strength. It is ideal for advanced design verification and prototyping of soft-touch components.
Key characteristics
- Flexible, rubber-like material
- Very high elongation at break
- Good tear resistance
- Max part dimensions: 350 x 250 x 100 mm

Composite Materials
Technology
PolyJet
Description
Flexible, rubber-like Agilus is blended with VeroWhite to offer a range of composite materials with pre-defined Shore values and mechanical properties, providing options for a variety of applications.
Key characteristics
- Pre-defined blends of Agilus and VeroWhite
- The addition of VeroWhite influences Agilus' tensile strength and tear resistance
- Different Shore A hardness values are available
- Max part dimensions: 350 x 250 x 100 mm

Vacuum casting
Rubber-like Polyurethanes
Technology
Vacuum casting
Description
Offering a range of different material properties, our rubber-like polyurethanes can be used with silicone molds to produce high-quality prototypes or small series of end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Excellent surface quality and detail, resembling TPE, TPU, and silicone rubber
- Ideal for applications that need good shock absorption
- Cost-effective way to produce prototypes or small series of end-use parts
- Max part dimensions: 1,900 x 900 x 750 mm (maximum part volume: 10 liters)

ABS-like Polyurethanes
Technology
Vacuum casting
Description
Offering a range of different material properties, our ABS-like polyurethanes can be used with silicone molds to produce high-quality prototypes or small series of end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Excellent surface and detail, with injection-molded look and feel
- Flame-retardant, food-safe, and UV-stable materials available
- Cost-effective way to produce prototypes or small series of end-use parts
- Max part dimensions: 1,900 x 900 x 750 mm (maximum part volume: 10 liters)

PE/PP-like Polyurethanes
Technology
Vacuum casting
Description
Offering a range of different material properties, our PE/PP-like polyurethanes can be used with silicone molds to produce high-quality prototypes or small series of end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- Excellent surface and detail, with injection-molded look and feel
- Tough and lightweight with a wide range of finishes available
- Cost-effective way to produce prototypes or small series of end-use parts
- Max part dimensions: 1,900 x 900 x 750 mm (maximum part volume: 10 liters)
