3D Printing Nickel Alloy Powder Inconel 738 Powder

Overview Of 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder

Inconel738 is a nickel chromium-based high-temperature alloy containing nickel, chromium, iron, and other alloying elements such as tungsten, molybdenum, aluminum, and titanium. Its chemical composition has been designed to provide excellent mechanical properties, oxidation resistance, and creep resistance in high-temperature environments. After appropriate heat treatment and processing, Inconel738 alloy can achieve high strength, flexibility, and toughness, especially under high-temperature conditions. This alloy has excellent high-temperature stability and can maintain its mechanical features and corrosion resistance in extreme-temperature environments.

 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder

Features of 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder

High-Temperature Resistance: Inconel738 powder has excellent high-temperature stability and can maintain good mechanical properties at temperatures up to about 850°C.

Good Corrosion Resistance: It is highly resistant to various corrosive media, including salt water, acids, and alkalis. This ensures the durability and reliability of 3D-printed parts in harsh chemical environments.

High Strength and Toughness: The powder enables the production of 3D-printed components with high strength and good toughness. The printed parts can withstand high mechanical loads and complex stress conditions, reducing the risk of cracking and deformation.

Fine Particle Size and Uniformity: It generally has a fairly great and consistent fragment dimension circulation, generally in the range of 15-53 μm. This facilitates precise powder laying and layer-by-layer deposition, resulting in premium published components.

Good Weldability and Formability: Inconel738 powder is good weldable and formable, which means that 3D-printed parts can be quickly joined and further processed if needed, providing convenience for the manufacturing of complex structures.

Parameter table of 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder

In738 Powder Properties
Other Names	Alloy IN-738, IN738, IN-738C, 738C, 738CL
CAS No.	N/A
Compound Formula	Ni Cr Al Fe Mo
Molecular Weight	N/A
Appearance	Gray to Black Powder
Melting Point	1230-1315℃
Boiling Point	N/A
Density	8.11 g/cm3
Solubility in H2O	N/A
Specific Heat	0.10 Btu/lb/° F (70 ° F)
Poisson’s Ratio	N/A
Tensile Strength	159000 psi (70 °F)
Thermal Conductivity	82 Btu/ft2/in/hr/°F (400 °F)
Thermal Expansion	6.45 x 10-6 (70-200 °F)
Vickers Hardness	N/A
Young’s Modulus	N/A
In738 Powder Health & Safety Information
Signal Word	Danger
Hazard Statements	H317-H351-H372
Hazard Codes	Xn
Risk Codes	N/A
Safety Statements	N/A
Transport Information	NONH for all modes of transport

Applications Of 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder

3D-printed nickel-based alloy Inconel738 powder has many applications in multiple fields. This powder combines the high-temperature strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and oxidation resistance of Inconel738 alloy, as well as the flexibility and customization ability of 3D printing technology, providing innovative solutions for manufacturing complex components in high-temperature and corrosive environments. The following are its main application areas:

Aerospace: Due to its excellent mechanical performance at high temperatures, Inconel738 alloy is often used to manufacture these critical components.

Rocket and jet engine components, including combustion chambers, nozzles, and turbine discs, must withstand extreme temperatures and pressures.

High-temperature structural components, such as heat exchangers, combustion chambers, and afterburning chambers, require materials with excellent high-temperature stability and corrosion resistance.

Energy: Used to manufacture drilling equipment, valves, pumps, and pipeline systems, which must operate in high temperature, high pressure, and corrosive environments. Due to its excellent radiation resistance and high-temperature stability, Inconel738 alloy has also been applied in some key components of nuclear reactors.

 Solar energy: Used to manufacture high-temperature receivers and other key components in concentrated solar energy systems.

Applications of 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder

 

Chemical and Industrial: Inconel738 alloy can resist the corrosion of many chemicals, making it suitable for manufacturing chemical reactors and other equipment that processes corrosive substances.High-temperature stoves and heat treatment equipment: This alloy is used for manufacturing heating elements, insulation screens, and conveyor belts for stoves.

Exhaust gas treatment system: used to manufacture components of equipment that can resist high temperature and corrosion.

Automotive manufacturing: Exhaust systems for high-performance cars and racing cars: Inconel738 alloy can resist high temperatures and corrosive exhaust gases, extending the service life of exhaust system components. Turbochargers and other engine components: These are used to improve the efficiency and performance of the engine.

Research and Development: Academic research institutions and corporate R&D centers use 3D-printed Inconel738 powder for prototype design and testing to verify the feasibility of new materials and designs. It is also used for extreme condition testing in high-temperature and corrosive environments to evaluate the performance limits of materials and components.

Personalized customization and complex structure manufacturing: Traditional manufacturing methods make it challenging to use 3D printing technology to manufacture components with complex internal structures and geometric shapes.

Customized industrial parts and tools to meet specific application requirements.

Production Method of 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder

 Company Profile

RBOSCHCO is a trusted global chemical material supplier & manufacturer with over 12-year-experience in providing super high-quality chemicals and nanomaterials, including boride powder, nitride powder, graphite powder, sulfide powder, 3D printing powder, etc.The company has a professional technical department and Quality Supervision Department, a well-equipped laboratory, and equipped with advanced testing equipment and after-sales customer service center.If you are looking for high-quality 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder, please feel free to contact us or click on the needed products to send an inquiry. 

 Storage Condition of 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder

1) Store in a dry environment at room temperature.

2) Avoid damp and high temperature.

3) Use immediately after opening the inner packing bag.

 Payment Term

L/C, T/T, Western Union, Paypal, Credit Card etc.

 

 Shipment Term

By sea, by air, by express, as customers request.

 

5 FAQs of 3D Printing Nickel-based Alloy Inconel738 Powder

Q1

What 3D printing technologies are suitable for Inconel738 powder?

Answer: Inconel738 powder is suitable for various metal 3D printing technologies, including selective laser melting (SLM), electron beam melting (EBM), powder bed fusion (PBF), etc. These technologies use high-energy laser beams or electron beams to melt and solidify the powder layer by layer, constructing metal components.

 

Q2

What are the application areas of Inconel738 components for 3D printing?

Answer: Due to the excellent high-temperature performance and corrosion resistance of Inconel738 alloy, 3D-printed Inconel738 components are widely used in fields such as aerospace, energy, and petrochemicals. Specific applications include:

· Gas turbine blades.

· Combustion chambers.

· Rocket engine parts.

· High-temperature furnaces.

· Chemical reactors.

· Other components must withstand high temperatures and corrosive environments.

 

Q3

How to optimize the 3D printing quality of Inconel738 powder?

Answer: Optimizing the 3D printing quality of Inconel738 powder involves multiple aspects, including powder particle size distribution, sphericity, purity, and setting of printing parameters. Choosing the appropriate powder particle size and uniformity can ensure good fluidity and spreadability; High sphericity helps reduce blockages and printing defects; Controlling the purity of the powder can avoid the impact of oxides and other impurities on printing quality. At the same time, adjust printing parameters according to specific needs, such as laser power, scanning speed, layer thickness, etc., to achieve the best printing effect.

 

Q4

Does the Inconel738 component for 3D printing require further processing?

Answer: Yes, 3D-printed Inconel738 components usually require subsequent treatments, including heat treatment, surface treatment, and mechanical processing. Heat treatment can improve components’ mechanical properties and corrosion resistance; Surface treatment can improve the aesthetics and functionality of components; Mechanical processing can achieve more precise dimensions and shapes. These subsequent processing steps help further improve the performance and reliability of the components.

 

Q5

How to store and use Inconel738 powder?

Answer: Inconel738 powder should be stored in a dry, cool, ventilated environment to avoid moisture absorption and oxidation. Before use, the purity and flowability of the powder should be checked to ensure no clumping or contamination. During use, powder should be avoided from exposure to air for a long time to reduce the risk of oxidation and moisture absorption. Meanwhile, safety measures should be taken, such as wearing dust masks and gloves, to avoid inhalation or contact with the skin. In addition, it is recommended to regularly clean the printing equipment and powder containers to ensure the quality and printing effect of the powder.