As the application and accessibility of titanium 3D printing technology continues to grow, it is becoming a viable production tool in a range of industries including aerospace, medical and automotive. As the cost of titanium material falls in the future, this could open up more opportunities for 3D printing titanium parts as an alternative manufacturing option for a wider range of applications.
Titanium and its alloys are increasingly used in aerospace because of their light weight. This makes rockets and aircraft more fuel efficient and allows for increased payload capacity. Thanks to 3D printing, titanium parts have a low “buy-to-fly” ratio – a term that refers to the relationship between their initial weight and their printed weight.Medical Application
The inherent biocompatibility and good mechanical properties of 3D printed titanium implants have led to significant advances in the medical industry. These implants have been used in spine, hip, knee and extremity applications due to their tailored porous structure that produces robust osseointegration. By using 3D printing to mass customise implants, medical professionals are able to design implants for each patient – ultimately providing better care.
The use of 3D printing offers many advantages that other manufacturing methods cannot, such as unique shapes and intricate designs, such as internal channels or grid fills for weight savings. In addition, 3D printing allows complex shapes to be produced in a time-saving manner.
As the application and accessibility of titanium 3D printing technology continues to grow, it is becoming a viable production tool in a range of industries including aerospace, medical and automotive. As the cost of titanium material falls in the future, this could open up more opportunities for 3D printing titanium parts as an alternative manufacturing option for a wider range of applications.
Metal 3D printing has been realized on an industrial level for many years. Titanium is one of the most ideal industrial metals. While it’s not a commonly used material in traditional manufacturing, titanium’s strength-to-weight ratio and high cost (both material and tooling) make it an excellent choice for 3D printing.
Low density
High strength
Corrosion resistance
Very high melting point
Strength-to-weight ratio
Biocompatible (process and alloy dependent)
Lasting New Material(Lasting Titanium) combines the unique properties of titanium with the design flexibility and efficiency of 3D printing. Their custom titanium components, optimized designs and commitment to sustainability have made them a leading supplier of titanium solutions to various industries.
