3D Metal Powder IMT TA15 15-53 Microns 5 kg

Take your industrial Additive Manufacturing to the next level with the IMT TA15 3D Metal Powder 15-53 µm 5 kg. This high-performance maraging steel (TA15) has been formulated specifically for Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF/SLM) technologies, delivering a perfect balance of extreme hardness and toughness. It is the definitive raw material for engineers who need to produce long-lasting tooling, complex mould inserts, and aerospace components capable of operating under critical conditions.

Performance and applications of TA15 maraging steel

Excellence in metal 3D printing depends directly on the quality of the base material. The IMT TA15 3D Metal Powder 15-53 µm 5 kg stands out for its optimised particle size distribution (15-53 μm), ensuring exceptional flowability and superior packing density in the powder bed. With a sphericity greater than 90% and a Hall flow of ≤ 38 s/50g, this material guarantees the deposition of homogeneous, consistent layers — drastically reducing internal porosity and preventing structural defects during the manufacturing process.

Mechanical strength and post-processing response

The true value of this technical powder lies in its behaviour after printing. Once subjected to heat treatment, printed parts achieve a tensile strength of up to 1100 MPa, whilst retaining a notable elongation of 12%. Its age-hardening capability makes it the preferred choice for the production of injection mould inserts with conformal cooling channels, where wear resistance and high thermal conductivity are decisive factors.

Thermal and structural stability

In demanding sectors such as aerospace and automotive, stability at high temperatures is essential. This steel maintains robust mechanical properties even at 500°C and 600°C, withstanding prolonged stress loads without risk of premature failure. The low oxygen content (≤ 1000 ppm) of the IMT TA15 3D Metal Powder ensures a clean, oxide-free microstructure, guaranteeing the integrity of the part against mechanical fatigue.

Technical specifications of the IMT TA15 3D Metal Powder 15-53 µm 5 kg

General Properties

• Particle size distribution: 15-53 μm
• Hall flow s/50g: ≤ 38
• Apparent density g/cm³: ≥ 2.4
• Tap density g/cm³: ≥ 2.7
• Oxygen content ppm: ≤ 1000
• Sphericity: ≥ 90%

Mechanical properties (after heat treatment)

• At room temperature:
• Tensile strength MPa: 1030-1100
• Yield strength MPa: 980-1050
• Elongation (%): ≥ 12
• At 500°C:
• Tensile strength MPa: 690-770
• Yield strength MPa: 560-660
• Elongation (%): ≥ 12
• At 600°C:
• Tensile strength MPa: 590-630
• Yield strength MPa: 510-540
• Elongation (%): ≥ 12

High-temperature performance and endurance

• At 500°C (Test stress 440 MPa):
• Duration (h): ≥ 100
• Elongation (%): ≥ 21
• At 500°C (Test stress 470 MPa):
• Duration (h): ≥ 50
• Elongation (%): ≥ 15

At EXPERT3D, we have been driving innovation in Additive Manufacturing since 2012, supplying exclusively tested, industrial-grade materials. Our engineering team provides the specialist technical support your production needs to maximise the performance and cost-efficiency of every kilogram of material.