// MATERIAL_ROUTER

The process is only half the specification.

FabRapid reviews a broad range of material families for CNC and metal 3D printing. We confirm the exact grade, condition, heat treatment, certification, and process combination for the actual part—not from a generic dropdown alone.

STEP / STP → CNC

CNC material families

Aluminum alloys
Low mass, machinability, thermal performance
Stainless steels
Corrosion resistance, strength, durable interfaces
Carbon & alloy steels
Strength, wear resistance, heat-treat options
Tool steels
Hardness, wear surfaces, demanding mechanical use
Titanium alloys
Strength-to-weight and corrosion performance
Copper & brass
Electrical, thermal, and decorative requirements

Listed as material families. Exact grade availability and compatibility are confirmed during quote review.

STL / MESH → METAL AM

Metal AM material families

Aluminum families
Lightweight printed structures and consolidated forms
Stainless families
General-purpose, corrosion-resistant metal parts
Tool-steel families
Wear-oriented parts and conformal geometry
Titanium families
High specific strength and complex structures
Nickel alloy families
Heat, corrosion, and demanding environments
Specialty alloys
Reviewed against process, quantity, and application

Listed as material families. Exact grade availability and compatibility are confirmed during quote review.

01 / FUNCTION

Start with strength, heat, corrosion, weight, wear, and electrical needs.

02 / PROCESS

Check whether the grade and geometry fit CNC, metal AM, or a combined route.

03 / POST

Add heat treatment, machining, surface finishing, and inspection as one stack.

Need a specific alloy or material condition?

Add it to the project notes or drawing. If you are unsure, share the use case and let the reviewer narrow the family and process before quoting.

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