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| Category | Material | Common Grades | Key Features | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal | Carbon Steel | Q235, 45#, A36, 1045 | High strength, low cost, easy to machine; requires anti-rust treatment | Structural parts, brackets, shafts, mold bases |
| Metal | Stainless Steel | 303, 304, 316, 17-4PH | Corrosion resistant, heat resistant; 303 for free cutting | Medical devices, food machinery, marine equipment |
| Metal | Aluminum Alloy | 6061, 7075, 5052, 2A12 | Lightweight, good thermal conductivity, easy to machine | Aerospace parts, electronic housings, heat sinks |
| Metal | Copper & Alloys | Brass (H62/H59), Copper | Excellent electrical & thermal conductivity, corrosion resistant | Electrical terminals, valves, pipe fittings |
| Metal | Titanium Alloy | TC4 (Gr5), TA2 | High strength-to-weight ratio, biocompatible | Aerospace, medical implants, chemical equipment |
| Plastic | Engineering Plastics | ABS, PC, PA66, POM | Good overall performance; POM for wear resistance | Housings, gears, bearing cages |
| Plastic | High-Performance | PEEK, PTFE, PPS, PEI | High temperature and chemical resistance | Medical implants, semiconductor equipment |