CM1308 Spherical Copper Powder (3D Printing Material)

Spherical Copper Powder Description:

Our spherical copper powder features controllable particle size, a loose packing ratio, high compressive performance and excellent flowability. Consequently, it is a suitable option for 3D printing.
The method for 3D printing copper is analogous to that for titanium. Using the technique of Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS), metal objects are produced directly. Products manufactured by DMLS exhibit a density of approximately 99.99% and can, therefore, be used in the vast majority of applications in place of conventional metal parts.

About 3D Printing - From Wikipedia
3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing (AM), refers to various procedures for producing a three-dimensional object. In 3D printing, successive layers of material are generated under computer control. These objects can have nearly any shape or geometry and are produced on the basis of a 3D model or other electronic data sources. A 3D printer is a type of industrial robot.

Spherical Copper Powder Specifications:

Spherical Copper Powder Applications:

• Electronics: Spherical copper powder is used in the production of conductive inks and pastes, which are essential for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and electronic components.
• Metal Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing): The powder is applied in various 3D printing processes, mainly in selective laser melting (SLM) and direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) techniques.
• Powder Metallurgy: Copper powder is utilised in powder metallurgy to manufacture parts by pressing and sintering, wherein the powder is densified and then heated to form a solid mass.
• Antifouling and Biocide Applications: Copper-based powders are incorporated in coatings, particularly in shipping, to prevent the growth of marine organisms on ship hulls and other submerged surfaces.
• Conductive Fillers: Spherical copper powders serve as conductive fillers in composite materials to enhance thermal and electrical properties.

Packaging of Spherical Copper Powder:

Our spherical copper powder is clearly marked and labelled to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Care is taken to ensure that no damage occurs during storage or transit.

Spherical Copper powder Safety Information

FAQs on spherical copper powder

Q1: What is spherical copper powder?

Spherical copper powder is a form of copper processed into small, spherical particles. It is used where high purity and uniform particle size are required in various industrial applications.

Q2: What are the properties of spherical copper powder?

This powder exhibits excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, ductility and corrosion resistance. The spherical shape of the particles improves the flowability and density of the powder; consequently, it plays an important role in processes such as metal injection moulding and metal additive manufacturing.

Q3: How is spherical copper powder produced?

The powder can be produced by several methods, for example by atomisation, in which the copper is melted and subsequently fragmented into fine particles by a high-speed stream of air or water, wherein the particles solidify into a spherical shape.