Materials Offered by HDC Manufacturing

From aerospace-grade titanium to high-conductivity copper alloys; CNC machining to investment casting; prototype to production – we deliver excellence at every step.

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Aluminum Alloy

Processes We Offer: CNC Machining(Milling/Turning/5-Axis), Sheet Metal Fabrication, Forging, 3D Printing.
Available Finishes: As Machined, Anodizing, Hard Anodizing.
Key Advantages: Aluminum combines lightweight durability with high thermal conductivity, ideal for heat management systems. We specialize in precision machining (±0.05mm) and rapid prototyping to meet both low-volume and mass production needs.

Aluminum 2007

Density: 2.85g/cm³

Hardness: 95 HB

Melting Point: >= 510 °C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 280 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Low

Corrosion resistance: Low

Machinability: Good, suitable for high-speed machining

Aluminum 2024

Density: 2.78 g/cm³

Hardness: 120 HB

Melting Point: 502 – 638 °C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 324 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Low

Corrosion resistance: Moderate

Machinability: Good (suitable for machining operations)

Aluminum 5052

Density: 2.68 g/cm³

Hardness: 60 HB

Melting Point: 607 – 649 °C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 193 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Good, easy to weld

Corrosion resistance: Good

Machinability: Moderate(Not ideal for extensive machining operations)

Aluminum 5083

Density: 2.66 g/cm³

Hardness: 75 HB

Melting Point: 591°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 228 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Good, highly weldable

Corrosion resistance: Good

Machinability: Generally machinable(can be challenging to machine thin walls)

Aluminum 6061

Density: 2.70 g/cm³

Hardness: 95 HB

Melting Point: 582-652°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 276 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Moderate

Corrosion resistance: Good

Machinability: Good (but may require sharp tools for optimal results)

Aluminum 6063

Density: 2.70 g/cm³

Hardness: 60 HB

Melting Point: 615-655°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: ~145 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Excellent

Corrosion resistance: Very good

Machinability: Good (ideal for extrusion profiles and surface finishing)

Aluminum 6082

Density: 2.71 g/cm³

Hardness: 85 HB

Melting Point: 570-640°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 260 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Moderate

Corrosion resistance: good

Machinability: Moderate (requires controlled tool speeds for best results)

Aluminum 7075

Density: 2.81 g/cm³

Hardness: 150 HB

Melting Point: 475-635°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 503 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Poor

Corrosion resistance: Fair

Machinability: Challenging (requires carbide tools and precise parameters)

Carbon Steel

Processes We Offer: CNC Machining, Sheet Metal Fabrication, MIG/TIG Welding.
Available Finishes: Black Oxide, Zinc Plating, Powder Coating.
Key Advantages: Cost-effective and robust for heavy-duty applications. We handle large-scale projects (up to 2-ton parts) with integrated heat treatment for enhanced performance.

Q235 Steel/ASTM A36

Density: 7.85 g/cm³

Hardness: ~100 HB

Melting Point: 1420-1510°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 235 MPa

Heat treatable: Limited

Weldability: Excellent

Corrosion resistance: Low

Machinability: Moderate (needs lubricants for optimal cutting)

1215 Steel

Density: 7.87 g/cm³

Hardness: 120 HB

Melting Point: 1420-1460°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 340 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Poor

Corrosion resistance: Low

Machinability: Excellent (sulfur/phosphorus enhance cutting)

1144 Steel

Density: 7.85 g/cm³

Hardness: 180 HB

Melting Point: 1420-1460°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 540 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Poor

Corrosion resistance: Low

Machinability: Outstanding (high sulfur improves cutting efficiency)

1018 Steel

Density: 7.87 g/cm³

Hardness: 126 HB

Melting Point: 1420-1530°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 370 MPa

Heat treatable: Limited

Weldability: Excellent

Corrosion resistance: Low

Machinability: Good (balanced strength and workability)

12L14 Steel

Density: 7.87 g/cm³

Hardness: 160 HB

Melting Point: 1420-1460°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 415 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Very Poor(toxic lead fumes)

Corrosion resistance: Low

Machinability: Exceptional (lead enhances surface finish)

1045 Steel

Density: 7.85 g/cm³

Hardness: 170 HB

Melting Point: 1420-1530°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 450 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Moderate

Corrosion resistance: Low

Machinability: Moderate (sharp tools recommended to avoid gumming)

4130 Steel

Density: 7.85 g/cm³

Hardness: 190 HB

Melting Point: 1420-1510°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 560 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Moderate

Corrosion resistance: Low-Medium

Machinability: Moderate (alloy elements increase tool wear)

4140 Steel

Density: 7.85 g/cm³

Hardness: 200 HB

Melting Point: 1420-1510°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 655 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Moderate

Corrosion resistance: Low-Medium

Machinability: Moderate (high hardness demands quality tooling)

Stainless Steel

Processes We Offer: Investment Casting, CNC Machining, Sheet Metal Fabrication.
Available Finishes: Electropolishing, Passivation, Nickel Plating.
Key Advantages: Superior corrosion resistance for hygienic environments. Our mirror polishing (Ra 0.1μm) and ASTM-certified passivation guarantee long-lasting surface quality.

303 Stainless Steel

Density: 8.0 g/cm³

Hardness: 160 HB(annealed)

Melting Point: 1400-1450°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 240 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Poor

Corrosion resistance: Moderate

Machinability: Excellent (sulfur-enhanced free-cutting grade)

304 Stainless Steel

Density: 8.0 g/cm³

Hardness: 170 HB(annealed)

Melting Point: 1400-1450°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 205 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Excellent

Corrosion resistance: Very Good

Machinability: Fair (tends to work-harden during machining)

316L Stainless Steel

Density: 8.0 g/cm³

Hardness: 160 HB(annealed)

Melting Point: 1375-1400°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 170 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Excellent

Corrosion resistance: Exceptional

Machinability: Fair (similar to 304 but higher tool wear)

316F Stainless Steel

Density: 8.0 g/cm³

Hardness: 175 HB

Melting Point: 1375-1400°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 205 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Poor

Corrosion resistance: Good

Machinability: Excellent (optimized for high-speed machining)

410 Stainless Steel

Density: 7.7 g/cm³

Hardness: 155 HB

Melting Point: 1480-1530°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 345 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Moderate

Corrosion resistance: Moderate

Machinability: Fair (improves in annealed state)

416 Stainless Steel

Density: 7.8 g/cm³

Hardness: 160 HB

Melting Point: 1480-1530°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 380 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Poor

Corrosion resistance: Moderate

Machinability: Excellent (sulfur/phosphorus enhance cutting performance)

Titanium

Processes We Offer: CNC Machining (5-Axis/Swiss), 3D Printing
Available Finishes: As Machined, Bead Blasting, Anodizing.
Key Advantages: Titanium’s unmatched strength-to-weight ratio and biocompatibility excel in aerospace and medical fields. Our ISO-certified cleanroom machining ensures compliance with medical device standards.

Grade 1 Titanium

Density: 8.0 g/cm³

Hardness: 160 HB(annealed)

Melting Point: 1400-1450°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 240 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Poor

Corrosion resistance: Moderate

Machinability: Excellent (sulfur-enhanced free-cutting grade)

Grade 2 Titanium

Density: 4.51 g/cm³

Hardness: 150 HB(annealed)

Melting Point: 1668°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 275-410 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Excellent

Corrosion resistance: Outstanding

Machinability: Fair (similar to Grade 1 Titanium)

Grade 3 Titanium

Density: 4.51 g/cm³

Hardness: 180 HB(annealed)

Melting Point: 1668°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 380-550 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Good

Corrosion resistance: Outstanding

Machinability: Moderate (higher strength increases tool wear)

Grade 4 Titanium

Density: 4.51 g/cm³

Hardness: 200 HB (annealed)

Melting Point: 1668°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 480-680 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Moderate

Corrosion resistance: Outstanding

Machinability: Challenging (requires rigid setups and cooling)

Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V)

Density: 4.43 g/cm³

Hardness: 350 HB

Melting Point: 1604-1660°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 830 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Moderate

Corrosion resistance: Excellent

Machinability: Poor (high strength causes rapid tool wear)

Grade 9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V)

Density: 4.48 g/cm³

Hardness: 250 HB

Melting Point: 1600-1660°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 620 MPa

Heat treatable: Limited

Weldability: Good

Corrosion resistance: Excellent

Machinability: Moderate (easier than Grade 5 but needs lubrication)

Copper Alloy

Processes We Offer: CNC Machining, Stamping, Bending
Available Finishes: As Machined, Brushing, Bead Blasting
Key Advantages: Optimal conductivity for electrical components. Our RoHS-compliant processes ensure eco-friendly precision machining for high-performance applications.

C3604

Density: 8.5 g/cm³

Hardness: 75 HB

Melting Point: 900-940°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 240 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Poor

Corrosion resistance: Moderate

Machinability: Excellent (3.0-4.0% lead, ideal for precision machining)

C3602

Density: 8.5 g/cm³

Hardness: 70 HB

Melting Point: 890-930°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 220 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Very Poor

Corrosion resistance: Moderate

Machinability: Superior (3.5-4.5% lead, high surface finish)

C1100

Density: 8.96 g/cm³

Hardness: 40 HB

Melting Point: 1085°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 69 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Excellent

Corrosion resistance: Outstanding

Machinability: Poor (gummy, requires specialized tools)

C26000

Density: 8.4 g/cm³

Hardness: 100 HB

Melting Point: 915-955°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 325 MPa

Heat treatable: Limited

Weldability: Moderate

Corrosion resistance: Good

Machinability: Good (30% zinc balances cutting and strength)

Super Alloy

Processes We Offer: Investment Casting (Inconel/Hastelloy)
Available Finishes: As Cast, Electrochemical Polishing.
Key Advantages: Extreme temperature and corrosion resistance for aerospace turbines. Leverage our vacuum heat treatment and aerospace-grade casting expertise for mission-critical parts.

Monel K-500

Density: 8.44 g/cm³

Hardness: 200-250 HB

Melting Point: 1315-1350°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 550-790 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Fair

Corrosion resistance: Excellent

Machinability: Challenging (work-hardens rapidly)

Hastelloy X

Density: 8.22 g/cm³

Hardness: 200 HB

Melting Point: 1295-1385°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 415 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Good

Corrosion resistance: Outstanding

Machinability: Moderate (carbide tools recommended)

Inconel 718

Density: 8.19 g/cm³

Hardness: 330 HB

Melting Point: 1260-1335°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 1030 MPa

Heat treatable: Yes

Weldability: Difficult

Corrosion resistance: Excellent

Machinability: Poor (requires high-pressure coolant)

Haynes 230

Density: 8.97 g/cm³

Hardness: 200 HB

Melting Point: 1370-1425°C

Tensile Strength, Yield: 465 MPa

Heat treatable: No

Weldability: Excellent

Corrosion resistance: Good

Machinability: Fair (low feed rates to avoid hardening)

Plastic

Processes We Offer: Injection Molding, Blow Molding, 3D Printing, CNC Machining.
Available Finishes: As Molded, Painting, Electroplating.
Key Advantages: Versatile and lightweight for complex designs. With 20+ UL94-certified materials, we deliver custom solutions from prototyping to high-volume production.

ABS

Polymer Type: Thermoplastic

Density: 1.04-1.07 g/cm³

Tensile Strength: 40 MPa

Flexural Modulus: 2.1-2.3 GPa

HDT @ 0.45MPa: 95-105°C

Continuous Use Temperature: -20°C to 80°C

Chemical Resistance: Moderate

PVC (Rigid)

Polymer Type: Thermoplastic

Density: 1.30-1.45 g/cm³

Tensile Strength: 50-60 MPa

Flexural Modulus: 2.5-4.0 GPa

HDT @ 0.45MPa: 60-80°C

Continuous Use Temperature: about 0°C to 60°C

Chemical Resistance: Good

Acrylic (PMMA)

Polymer Type: Thermoplastic

Density: 1.17-1.20 g/cm³

Tensile Strength: 65-75 MPa

Flexural Modulus: 3.0-3.3 GPa

HDT @ 0.45MPa: 90-100°C

Continuous Use Temperature: -40°C to 80°C

Chemical Resistance: Moderate

UHMW (UHMWPE)

Polymer Type: Thermoplastic

Density: 0.93-0.94 g/cm³

Tensile Strength: 30-40 MPa

Flexural Modulus: 0.8-1.0 GPa

HDT @ 0.45MPa: 80-85°C

Continuous Use Temperature: -100°C to 80°C

Chemical Resistance: Excellent

Delrin (POM)

Polymer Type: Thermoplastic

Density: 1.41-1.43 g/cm³

Tensile Strength: 70 MPa

Flexural Modulus: 2.8-3.0 GPa

HDT @ 0.45MPa: 110-130°C

Continuous Use Temperature: -50°C to 100°C

Chemical Resistance: Good

HDPE

Polymer Type: Thermoplastic

Density: 0.94-0.97 g/cm³

Tensile Strength: 20-30 MPa

Flexural Modulus: 1.0-1.5 GPa

HDT @ 0.45MPa: 60-80°C

Continuous Use Temperature: -50°C to 60°C

Chemical Resistance: Excellent

PTFE

Polymer Type: Fluoropolymer

Density: 2.14-2.20 g/cm³

Tensile Strength: 20-35 MPa

Flexural Modulus: 0.5-0.6 GPa

HDT @ 0.45MPa: 120-130°C

Continuous Use Temperature: -200°C to 260°C

Chemical Resistance: Outstanding

Nylon 6/6

Polymer Type: Thermoplastic

Density: 1.13-1.15 g/cm³

Tensile Strength: 80-90 MPa

Flexural Modulus: 2.7-3.0 GPa

HDT @ 0.45MPa: 90-100°C

Continuous Use Temperature: -40°C to 120°C

Chemical Resistance: Moderate

FAQs

Do you only offer the materials listed on this page?

The materials displayed here are our most commonly used options. If you have special requirements, please contact us. We partner with trusted suppliers to source certified materials at competitive prices.

What standards do you follow for the materials you use?

The materials we use typically conform to ASTM standards. You can visit our grade cross-reference table(Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel) for more detailed information.

How do you calculate material costs for custom parts?

Material prices fluctuate with market conditions. We use real-time pricing at the time of order confirmation to ensure transparency and fairness.

Is there a significant price difference for materials between small and large orders?

Bulk orders typically enjoy lower material costs due to economies of scale. We offer tiered pricing tailored to your order volume.

Are your materials certified? Can you provide documentation?

All materials meet industry standards. We provide certifications (e.g., RoHS, MSDS) and ensure full traceability upon request.

What if the materials in received parts fail quality checks?

For defects caused by material issues, we commit to free rework or replacement, including associated logistics costs.

What is the typical lead time for custom parts?

Lead times vary based on order size and part complexity. Simple small-batch orders typically complete production and are ready to ship within 15-30 days, while large-volume or highly complex orders may require 2-4 months. We will confirm the exact delivery schedule with you upon order placement to ensure timely receipt of your parts.

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