Materials library
Smart material selection.
AI suggests the right grade, process, and finish for each part. Fabvector checks global inventory, routes to audited partners, and keeps suppliers invisible until engineering sign-off.
Materials
45+
Audited factories
420+
Compliance
ISO / AS / IATF
Aluminum (5)
Aluminum
Aluminum
Aluminum
6061-T6 Aluminum
Workhorse aerospace aluminum with balanced strength and machinability.
Processes
3/4/5-axis CNC, Sheet Laser, Additive Post-Machining
Aluminum
6082-T6 Aluminum
High-strength extrusion-friendly aluminum ideal for frames and fixtures.
Processes
CNC Milling, Sheet Bending, T6 Heat Treat
Aluminum
7075-T6 Aluminum
Ultra-high strength aluminum for aerospace linkages and suspension arms.
Processes
5-Axis CNC, Hard Anodize, Shot Peen
Aluminum
2024-T3 Aluminum
Fatigue-resistant aluminum popular for airframe skins and brackets.
Processes
Sheet Forming, Riveting, Chem Film
Steel (6)
Steel
Steel
Steel
1018 Steel
Low-carbon steel optimized for machining and welding.
Processes
Turning, Milling, Carburize
Steel
1045 Steel
Medium-carbon steel for shafts and heavy-duty fixtures.
Processes
Turn-Mill, Quench + Temper, Grinding
Steel
P20 Tool Steel
Polishable tool steel for injection mould bases and inserts.
Processes
CNC Milling, EDM, Nitriding
Steel
H13 Tool Steel
Hot-work tool steel for die casting and high temp tooling.
Processes
CNC Milling, EDM, Gas Nitriding
Steel
D2 Tool Steel
High-carbon, high-chromium steel for wear-critical tooling.
Processes
CNC Grinding, EDM, Cryo Treat
Stainless (4)
Stainless
Stainless Steel
Stainless
304 Stainless
General-purpose stainless with excellent corrosion resistance.
Processes
CNC Milling, Sheet Welding, Passivation
Stainless
316L Stainless
Marine-grade stainless for medical and energy applications.
Processes
CNC Turning, Investment Casting, Electropolish
Stainless
17-4PH H900
Precipitation-hardening stainless with aerospace pedigree.
Processes
CNC Milling, Metal AM DMLS, H900 Heat Treat
Titanium (2)
Titanium
Titanium
Titanium
Ti-6Al-4V
Titanium alloy balancing strength, weight, and corrosion resistance.
Processes
5-Axis CNC, Metal AM, Stress Relief
Polymers (14)
Polymers
Engineering Plastics
Polymers
ABS
Robust thermoplastic for enclosures and housings.
Processes
Injection Molding, FDM, Painting
Polymers
Polycarbonate
Impact-resistant polymer with optical clarity options.
Processes
Injection Molding, CNC Trim, Hard Coat
Polymers
PC-ABS
Blend combining PC strength with ABS processability.
Processes
Injection Molding, FDM, Paint
Polymers
Nylon 6
Tough engineering nylon with wide process compatibility.
Processes
Injection Molding, SLS, Machining
Polymers
Nylon 66
High-temperature nylon for gears and structural components.
Processes
Injection Molding, SLS, Machining
Polymers
PA12
Additive-ready nylon with excellent isotropy via MJF and SLS.
Processes
MJF, SLS, Dye
Polymers
POM (Acetal)
Low-friction engineering plastic for precision gears and fluid components.
Processes
CNC Milling, Injection Molding, Polishing
Polymers
PEEK
High-temperature polymer for aerospace and medical implants.
Processes
CNC Milling, Injection Molding, FDM
Polymers
PEI (Ultem)
Flame-resistant polymer for aerospace interiors and electronics.
Processes
FDM, Injection Molding, Machining
Polymers
Polypropylene
Chemical-resistant polymer for fluid systems and hinge components.
Processes
Injection Molding, MJF, Welding
Polymers
PPS
High-temp polymer with chemical resistance for electrical housings.
Processes
Injection Molding, Machining, Coating
Polymers
TPU
Elastomer for seals, grips, and additive parts requiring flexibility.
Processes
SLS, Molding, Overmold
Composites (4)
Composites
Composites
Composites
CFRP (UD & Twill)
Carbon fibre prepregs with autoclave cure control.
Processes
Autoclave Layup, CNC Trim, Clear Coat
Composites
GFRP
Glass fibre laminates for cost-effective structural skins.
Processes
Resin Infusion, Press Molding, Trim
Composites
Aramid (Kevlar)
Impact-resistant aramid laminates for aerospace and defence panels.
Processes
Hand Layup, Vacuum Bag, CNC Trim
Ceramics (3)
Ceramics
Alumina Ceramic
Ceramics
Alumina (Al2O3) 96%
High-temperature alumina ceramics for insulation, wear, and hermetic feedthroughs.
Processes
Ceramic DLP, Diamond grinding, Mo-Mn metallization
Ceramics
Zirconia (Y-TZP)
Copper & Brass (3)
Copper & Brass
C110 Copper
Oxygen-free copper with top-tier conductivity for bus bars and electrodes.
Processes
CNC Milling, EDM Electrode, Surface Finish
Copper & Brass
C360 Brass
Free-machining brass ideal for connectors and fittings.
Processes
Swiss Turning, Mill-Turn, Overmolding
Copper & Brass
C932 Bearing Bronze
Tin bronze for wear-resistant bushings and bearings.
Processes
CNC Turning, Casting, Impregnation
Nickel Alloys (4)
Nickel Alloys
Inconel 718
Nickel superalloy for turbine hardware and high-temp fixtures.
Processes
Metal AM DMLS, 5-Axis CNC, HIP
Nickel Alloys
Inconel 625
Corrosion-resistant, high-strength nickel alloy for subsea systems.
Processes
CNC Turning, Welding, Electropolish
Nickel Alloys
Monel 400
Nickel-copper alloy for chemical and marine resistance.
Processes
CNC Turning, Sheet Forming, Welding
Material comparison
Side-by-side specs from the Fabvector materials library.
| Property | 6061-T6 Aluminum | 7075-T6 Aluminum | 2024-T3 Aluminum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grades | AMS 4027, GB LY12 | AMS 4045, GB LC4 | AMS 4037, QQ-A-250/4 |
| Tolerance | ±0.025 mm milling | ±0.020 mm | ±0.18 mm forming |
| Lead time | 5-14 days | 8-18 days | 9-20 days |
| Processes | 3/4/5-axis CNC, Sheet Laser, Additive Post-Machining | 5-Axis CNC, Hard Anodize, Shot Peen | Sheet Forming, Riveting, Chem Film |
| Finishes | Type II Anodize, Chem Film, Powder Coat | Type III Hardcoat, Chem Film, Passivation | Alclad, Anodize, Paint |
| Best for | Programmes requiring ±0.025 mm milling machining discipline. Teams prioritising type ii anodize, chem film, powder coat. | Programmes requiring ±0.020 mm machining discipline. Teams prioritising type iii hardcoat, chem film, passivation. | Programmes requiring ±0.18 mm forming machining discipline. Teams prioritising alclad, anodize, paint. |
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Audited factories
98%+
On-time delivery
4
Global regions
Every material lot traced to a human-reviewed, certified factory.