The global 3D printing metals market is expected to reach about $3 billion by 2025. Metals are the fastest growing 3D printing material. 3D printing metals are typically utilized in two forms, filaments and powders. Producers include ATI, Carpenter, Sandvik Osprey and HC Starck.
The main metals used for 3D printing are:
Titanium. Titanium accounted for the largest share in the 3D printing metals. Pure titanium is one of the most versatile, as it is both strong and light.
Stainless Steel. Stainless Steel is considered the least expensive metal in 3D printing. It is one of the strongest metals and can be used in a large variety of industry.
Nickel. Nickel is expected to witness an annual grow rate of 30% until 2025 in 3D printing applications. It is broadly utilized in aerospace & defense sector in the form of alloys such as inconel. High strength of the metal enables printing of thin layered strong components making the product lighter. It is also utilized to print power generation and industrial spare parts.
Other 3D printing metals include aluminum, cobalt, chrome, copper and silver.
