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Steel
Material Features
| Material | Features |
|---|---|
| EN 1.0038 equiv. | This is a rolled steel material for general structural use, widely used in Japan. Its name derives from its tensile strength of 400 N/mm² or higher. It is cost-effective and easy to process, making it suitable for a wide range of applications including machinery and construction. |
| EN 1.1191 equiv. | A structural carbon steel containing approximately 0.45% carbon. It offers good machinability and can be heat-treated to improve strength and wear resistance. Commonly used in shafts, gears, and pins. |
| EN 1.7220 equiv. | An alloy steel containing chromium and molybdenum, offering high strength and toughness. It has excellent hardenability and is suitable for high-strength bolts, shafts, and gears after heat treatment. |
| EN 1.7220 equiv. (Reference Hardness: 26-32HRC) | A material that combines high strength and toughness. Heat treatment (e.g., hardening) can further improve strength and wear resistance. Commonly used in automotive and machinery components where durability is critical. |
| EN 1.2510 equiv. | An alloy tool steel designed for cold working applications. It features high hardness, excellent wear resistance, and good toughness, making it suitable for shear blades, punches, dies, and gauges. |
| EN 1.2379 equiv. | A type of alloy steel designed for tooling applications. It offers high hardness and wear resistance, and can be further strengthened through heat treatment such as quenching. Although its corrosion resistance is lower than stainless steel, it is relatively high among tool steels. Widely used in molds, jigs, and gauges where hardness and wear resistance are critical. |
| EN 1.2344 equiv. | A chromium, molybdenum, and vanadium alloy tool steel designed for high-temperature applications. It maintains strength under heat and resists thermal fatigue and cracking. Heat treatment improves durability and dimensional stability. |
| EN 1.3505 equiv. | A bearing-grade steel with very high hardness and wear resistance. It has excellent hardenability and is suitable for precision applications such as bearings, rollers, gauges, and fine mechanical components. |
Material Properties *The following values are for reference only and are not guaranteed.
| Material | Tensile strength (N/mm2) | Yield (N/mm2) | Elongation at Break % | Flexural strength (N/mm2) | Compressive strength (N/mm2) | Yield point (N/mm2) | Young’s Modulus (N/mm2) | Flexural modulus (N/mm2) | Specific Gravity | Electrical Conductivity (S/m) | Thermal Conductivity (W/m・K) | Coefficient of Linear Expansion (/℃) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EN 1.0038 equiv. | 400~510 | 215~355 | 21 or more | 360~485 | 380~485 | 245~355 | 2.0×10⁵ | 2.0×10⁵ | 7.87 | 6.96×10⁶ | 58 | 11.7×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.1191 equiv. | 570~750 | 330~490 | 20 or more | 600 | 600 | 330~490 | 2.0×10⁵ | 2.0×10⁵ | 7.87 | 6.0×10⁶ | 45 | 11.9×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.7220 equiv. | 900~1050 | 750~900 | 15 or more | 950 | 950 | 750~900 | 2.1×10⁵ | 2.1×10⁵ | 7.85 | 6.0×10⁶ | 42 | 11.0×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.7220 equiv. (Reference Hardness: 26-32HRC) | 950~1100 | 800~950 | 12 or more | 1000 | 1000 | 800~950 | 2.1×10⁵ | 2.1×10⁵ | 7.85 | 6.0×10⁶ | 42.7 | 11.0×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.2510 equiv. | 1000~1300 | 850~1100 | 10 or more | 1100 | 1100 | 850~1100 | 2.1×10⁵ | 2.1×10⁵ | 7.85 | 4.5×10⁶ | 25 | 12.2×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.2379 equiv. | 1800~2000 | 1500~1700 | 5 or more | 1900 | 1900 | 1500~1700 | 2.1×10⁵ | 2.1×10⁵ | 7.8 | 4.0×10⁶ | 20 | 12×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.2344 equiv. | 1200~1400 | 1000~1200 | 10 or more | 1300 | 1300 | 1000~1200 | 2.1×10⁵ | 2.1×10⁵ | 7.73 | 4.0×10⁶ | 25 | 13.3×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.3505 equiv. | 1570~1960 | 700~850 | 10 or more | 900 | 900 | 700~850 | 2.1×10⁵ | 2.1×10⁵ | 7.8 | 6.0×10⁶ | 46.6 | 12.5×10⁻⁶ |
Aluminum
Material Features
| Material | Features |
|---|---|
| EN AW−2017 equiv. | An aluminum alloy known as “”Duralumin,”” offering excellent machinability and strength. Due to its copper content, it has slightly lower corrosion resistance compared to other aluminum alloys. Widely used in aircraft and vehicle components. |
| EN AW−5056 equiv. | An aluminum alloy with high magnesium content, offering excellent corrosion resistance, strength, and weldability. It is widely used in extruded round bars for structural components such as frames and supports. |
| EN AW−6061 equiv. | An aluminum alloy with enhanced corrosion resistance and heat treatability. Among aluminum alloys, it offers top-class corrosion resistance. T6 tempering (artificial aging) provides high tensile strength and yield strength. Ideal for use in seawater and outdoor environments. |
| EN AW−7075 equiv. | Also known as “”Super Duralumin,”” this alloy combines high strength with lightweight properties. It offers excellent heat treatability and top-class strength and impact resistance among aluminum alloys. Ideal for applications requiring both light weight and high strength. |
Material Properties *The following values are for reference only and are not guaranteed.
| Material | Tensile strength (N/mm2) | Yield (N/mm2) | Elongation at Break % | Flexural strength (N/mm2) | Compressive strength (N/mm2) | Yield point (N/mm2) | Young’s Modulus (N/mm2) | Flexural modulus (N/mm2) | Specific Gravity | Electrical Conductivity (S/m) | Thermal Conductivity (W/m・K) | Coefficient of Linear Expansion (/℃) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EN AW−2017 equiv. | 390~500 | 250~350 | 10~18 | 450 | 450 | 250~350 | 7.2×10⁴ | 7.2×10⁴ | 2.79 | 2.0×10⁷ | 130 | 23.6×10⁻⁶ |
| EN AW−5056 equiv. | 290~350 | 200~270 | 10~20 | 320 | 320 | 200~270 | 7.0×10⁴ | 7.0×10⁴ | 2.66 | 2.5×10⁷ | 130 | 23.8×10⁻⁶ |
| EN AW−6061 equiv. | 260~310 | 240~270 | 8~15 | 280 | 280 | 240~270 | 6.9×10⁴ | 6.9×10⁴ | 2.7 | 2.5×10⁷ | 167 | 23.6×10⁻⁶ |
| EN AW−7075 equiv. | 510~580 | 430~500 | 7~12 | 550 | 550 | 430~500 | 7.1×10⁴ | 7.1×10⁴ | 2.8 | 2.0×10⁷ | 130 | 23.6×10⁻⁶ |
Stainless Steel
Material Features
| Material | Features |
|---|---|
| EN 1.4305 equiv. | An austenitic stainless steel with improved machinability and processability. It maintains high corrosion resistance and strength while offering excellent machinability, making it suitable for complex-shaped components. Its corrosion and weldability are lower than EN 1.4301 equiv. Commonly used in single parts such as bolts and shafts. |
| EN 1.4301 equiv. | This is an austenitic stainless steel with enhanced corrosion resistance and weldability. Its versatility and availability make it widely used across various industries. It maintains high corrosion resistance and strength while offering excellent weldability, making it suitable for equipment and machinery applications. |
| EN 1.4401 equiv. | An austenitic stainless steel with improved corrosion and pitting resistance compared to EN 1.4301 equiv. Suitable for environments exposed to seawater or salt-laden air, where corrosion could lead to critical failures. |
| EN 1.4125 equiv. | The hardest type of stainless steel, capable of achieving high strength, hardness, and wear resistance through heat treatment. It is ideal for durable mechanical and precision parts such as bearings, shafts, pins, and molds. |
Material Properties *The following values are for reference only and are not guaranteed.
| Material | Tensile strength (N/mm2) | Yield (N/mm2) | Elongation at Break % | Flexural strength (N/mm2) | Compressive strength (N/mm2) | Yield point (N/mm2) | Young’s Modulus (N/mm2) | Flexural modulus (N/mm2) | Specific Gravity | Electrical Conductivity (S/m) | Thermal Conductivity (W/m・K) | Coefficient of Linear Expansion (/℃) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EN 1.4305 equiv. | 520~750 | 205 or more | 40~60 | 600 | 600 | 205~310 | 1.93×10⁵ | ≈1.93×10⁵ | 7.93 | 1.4×10⁶ | 16.2 | 17.3×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.4301 equiv. | 520~750 | 205 or more | 40~60 | 600 | 600 | 205~310 | 1.93×10⁵ | ≈1.93×10⁵ | 7.93 | 1.4×10⁶ | 16.2 | 17.3×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.4401 equiv. | 520~700 | 205 or more | 40~60 | 580 | 580 | 200~300 | 1.93×10⁵ | ≈1.93×10⁵ | 7.98 | 1.3×10⁶ | 13 | 15.9×10⁻⁶ |
| EN 1.4125 equiv. | 1900~2100 | 1500 or more | 5~10 | 2000 | 2000 | 1500~1700 | 2.0×10⁵ | ≈2.0×10⁵ | 7.7 | 0.8×10⁶ | 24 | 10.２×10⁻⁶ |
Copper & Brass
Material Features
| Material | Features |
|---|---|
| EN CW614N equiv. | An alloy of copper and zinc, also classified as brass. Compared to EN CW505L Equiv. , it offers lower cutting resistance and produces easily breakable chips during machining. More suitable for precision components. |
Material Properties *The following values are for reference only and are not guaranteed.
| Material | Tensile strength (N/mm2) | Yield (N/mm2) | Elongation at Break % | Flexural strength (N/mm2) | Compressive strength (N/mm2) | Yield point (N/mm2) | Young’s Modulus (N/mm2) | Flexural modulus (N/mm2) | Specific Gravity | Electrical Conductivity (S/m) | Thermal Conductivity (W/m・K) | Coefficient of Linear Expansion (/℃) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EN CW614N equiv. | 335~540 | 270~410 | ≥10 | ー | 400~450 | ー | 96000 | 1.0×10⁵ | 8.43 | 1.51×10⁷ | 117 | 20.5×10⁻⁶ |
Resin
Material Features
| Material | Features | Appearance |
|---|---|---|
| POM (Acetal, Standard, white) | An engineering plastic known as POM or Duracon. It offers high mechanical strength, wear resistance, and chemical resistance. Excellent machinability and cost-efficiency. Compared to MC Nylon, it has lower water absorption and higher wear resistance, resulting in superior dimensional stability over long-term use. |  |
| POM (Acetal, Standard, black) |  |
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| MC Nylon (Standard, blue) | Provides excellent mechanical strength, chemical resistance (except strong acids), thermal properties, and wear resistance. Due to its high water absorption, dimensional stability is relatively poor. |  |
| MC Nylon (Weather resistance, black ash) | A grade of MC Nylon with enhanced resistance to outdoor degradation. While it offers excellent weather resistance, water absorption may still cause dimensional changes in wet environments. |  |
| MC Nylon (Anti-static, black) | A grade of MC Nylon with added electrical conductivity. Volume resistivity: 1–100 Ω·m. Due to MC Nylon’s inherent water absorption, dimensional changes may occur in outdoor environments. More expensive than antistatic MC Nylon. |  |
| MC Nylon (Conductive, black) | A grade of MC Nylon with antistatic properties. Volume resistivity: 10–1000 kΩ·m. Higher resistivity and lower cost than conductive MC Nylon. Dimensional changes may occur in outdoor environments due to water absorption. |  |
| ABS (Standard, natural color) | A cost-effective resin with good mechanical strength and impact resistance. Excellent shock absorption. Good machinability and suitable for adhesive bonding. |  |
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| PEEK (Standard, grey-brown) | A high-performance thermoplastic with top-tier heat resistance and mechanical strength. Exceptional dimensional stability, chemical resistance, wear resistance, and strength. Very expensive. Resistant to most acids, bases, and organic solvents even at high temperatures. |  |
| PPS (Standard, natural color) | A super engineering plastic with excellent heat resistance, dimensional stability, chemical resistance, mechanical strength, and wear resistance. Resistant to most chemicals below 200°C. Similar heat resistance to PEEK but more affordable. Low water absorption and thermal expansion, offering high dimensional stability. |  |
| Acrylic (Standard, transparent) | A plastic with excellent light transmission, used in displays, lighting covers, and interior applications. It is sensitive to petroleum-based solvents and alkaline chemicals. Machined surfaces may lose transparency. |  |
| PC (Standard, transparent) | A plastic with superior impact resistance, heat resistance, and dimensional stability. It offers high light transmission and is used in covers, windows, protective panels, and mechanical components due to its good machinability. |  |
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| PP (Standard, natural color) | A lightweight plastic with excellent chemical resistance, water resistance, insulation, and heat resistance. It is used in mechanical parts, piping components, and insulators. It offers good machinability and is cost-effective. |  |
| PVC (Standard, grey) | A gray-colored rigid vinyl chloride resin with excellent chemical resistance, water resistance, and electrical insulation. It has high dimensional stability and is used in piping, enclosures, and insulators. It is also easy to process. |  |
| UHMWPE (Standard, white) | Polyethylene with a molecular weight over 1 million. Features low density, excellent wear resistance, impact absorption, and sliding properties. Lower cost than PTFE. High thermal expansion and poor dimensional stability. Difficult burr removal and rough surface finish. |  |
| Fluorine (PTFE, Standard, white) | A fluoropolymer with outstanding heat resistance, chemical resistance, cold resistance, and sliding properties. Lower hardness compared to other resins, prone to burrs. Wide usable temperature range, but large volume changes with temperature reduce dimensional stability. Ideal for high-temperature or chemically aggressive environments. |  |
Material Properties *The following values are for reference only and are not guaranteed.
| Material | Tensile strength (N/mm2) | Flexural strength (N/mm2) | Elongation at Break % | Young’s Modulus (N/mm2) | Rockwell Hardness | Specific Gravity | Continuous Service Temperature (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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60~68 | 89~108 | 40~75 | 2988 | R118 | 1.41 | 95~100 |
| MC Nylon (Standard, blue) | 96 | 110 | 30 | 3432 | R120 | 1.16 | 120 |
| MC Nylon (Weather resistance, black ash) | 83 | 110 | 40 | 3334 | R120 | 1.16 | 120 |
| MC Nylon (Anti-static, black) | 75 | 118 | 7 | 2500~2700 | R117 | 1.23 | 120 |
| MC Nylon (Conductive, black) | 69 | 118 | 10 | 2500~2700 | R119 | 1.2 | 120 |
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39~54 | 64~81 | 18 | 1900~2800 | R105~115 | 1.05 | 60~95 |
| PEEK (Standard, grey-brown) | 98~116 | 170~175 | 20~40 | 4200~4345 | M100-120 | 1.32 | 250~260 |
| PPS (Standard, natural color) | 79~85 | 128~142 | 23~27 | 3300 | M95-100 | 1.35 | 220 |
| Acrylic (Standard, transparent) | 60~70 | 80~95 | 90~120 | 2400 | M70~M80 | 1.2 | 100~120 |
| PC (Standard, transparent) | 45~55 | 70~90 | 20~40 | 2800 | R110~R120 | 1.4 | 50~70 |
| PC (Standard, black) | 45~55 | 70~90 | 20~40 | 2800 | R110~R120 | 1.4 | 50~70 |
| PP (Standard, natural color) | 33~34 | 51 | 33 | 1400 | R126 | 0.91 | 100 |
| PVC (Standard, grey) | 55~65 | 80~100 | 50~100 | 2900 | M80~M90 | 1.38 | 80~100 |
| UHMWPE (Standard, white) | 21~45 | 22~26 | 300 or more | 500~826 | R50-56 | 0.94 | 80 |
| Fluorine (PTFE, Standard, white) | 13.7~34.3 | – | 200~400 | 400~600 | R20 | 2.2 | 260 |