Material

Bronze

Bronze is an alloy consisting of copper, tin, and other metals. It’s a strong, affordable option for creating models in metal, and has an antique look with a reddish tint. Bronze can be used for steampunk designs, miniatures, sculptures, or antique-looking jewelry. It is also a popular choice for pre-print tests before ordering a piece of jewelry in gold or silver.

An ornate bronze model of a starfish made with lost-wax casting.

Technical specifications

Maximum part dimensions

88 x 88 x 125 mm

Standard accuracy

±5% (with a lower limit of ±0.15 mm)

Layer thickness

0.016 mm

Minimum wall thickness

0.6 mm

Minimum detail size

0.35 mm

Interlocking or moving parts

No

Internal channels

No

Surface structure

Rough and slightly shiny surface

Datasheet

PARAMETERVALUEUNIT

Composition

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Cu 90%, Sn 10%


Density

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g/cm³

Fractional density

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%

Tensile strength

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MPa

0.2 % Offset yield strength

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MPa

Elastic modulus

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GPa

Elongation at break

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%

Hardness

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HRB

Thermal conductivity

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W/(m*K)

Specific heat capacity 

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J/(kg*K)

Coefficient of thermal expansion

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1/K

Electrical conductivity

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S/m

Actual values may vary with build conditions.

Design guidelines

Every material has specific requirements to achieve a successful print. Before designing your next bronze part, review our guidelines to ensure optimal results.

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Finishing degrees

The right finish can transform your print into a product. Explore the post-production finishes we offer for this material. If you have any questions or special requests, get in touch with us.