AlSi10Mg is a common aluminum alloy in the casting industry, used to manufacture components that require strength, hardness and low weight. Thanks to the high cooling rates during the printing process, the 3D printed aluminum is stiffer than its cast counterpart. 3D printing of AlSi10Mg is widely used in the aerospace and automotive industries, and the parts are easy to machine, polish and heat treat like any other traditionally manufactured aluminum part. Read this article to read about how the mechanical properties of AlSi10Mg are affected at different temperatures.
