To get optimum results in AM, it is essential to use high quality metal powders with good flow characteristics. With more than 150 years of material knowledge and in-house powder manufacturing capabilities, Sandvik is an expert when it comes to gas-atomised AM-powders, as well as in matching the right materials to specific print processes and applications.
In addition, Sandvik's AM machine park includes all relevant additive manufacturing processes for metals – meaning Sandvik can tailor the powder to varied printing processes. The company's new titanium powder plant offers a high level of automation as well , ensuring better reliability and consistency.
The titanium powders are called Osprey Ti-6Al-4V Grade 5 and Osprey Ti-6Al-4V Grade 23.