Senvol Database
Searchable database for AM materials (metals, polymers, ceramics) and machine compatibility, with search filters for material properties.
Access: Free and Paid – Databases are free, but advanced features and data sets are available through a paid subscription.
Assessment Score: 85%
Relevance:
High, as it provides AM material and machine data applicable globally, including the UK and Europe.
Accessibility:
Offers a free tier, with optional paid features for more advanced capabilities.
Breadth/Depth:
Extensive database covering AM materials and machine compatibility.
Specialisation:
General-purpose, not tied to specific software or machines.
MATWEB LLC
Over 180,000 material datasheets, searchable by properties, standards, and manufacturer name
Access: Free basic access; subscription for detailed data
Assessment Score: 68%
Relevance:
MatWeb covers many materials relevant to additive manufacturing but lacks a focus on UK and European suppliers or AM-specific needs.
Accessibility:
Freely accessible and user-friendly, though detailed data often requires a subscription, and mobile optimization is limited.
Breadth/Depth:
Extensive material coverage with detailed properties, but it may lack updates on cutting-edge or AM-specific materials.
Specialisation:
Not tailored for additive manufacturing, missing key data like printability and AM process-specific characteristics.
JAHM Software, Inc.
Data on mechanical and thermal properties of materials, focused on metals and alloys used in manufacturing, including AM.
Access: Paid – Access to the database requires a license or one-time purchase.
Assessment Score: 62%
Relevance:
Medium, as it focuses on mechanical and thermal properties but lacks specific tailoring for AM.
Accessibility:
Paid-only, which can be a barrier for smaller manufacturers.
Breadth/Depth:
Detailed data on metals and alloys used in AM but lacks broad AM-specific features.
Specialisation:
Limited to mechanical and thermal properties, with less emphasis on machine compatibility or broader AM data.
Autodesk Netfabb Material Library
Material data tailored for use with Autodesk Netfabb, a software suite widely used in additive manufacturing.
Website: Help | Material Library | Autodesk
Access: Paid – Access to the material library comes with a subscription or purchase of Autodesk Netfabb software.
Assessment Score: 80%
Relevance:
High for Autodesk Netfabb users, which is widely used in AM globally, including the UK and Europe.
Accessibility:
Requires a subscription or purchase of Netfabb software, making it less accessible to non-users.
Breadth/Depth:
Comprehensive material data tailored to Netfabb, with a strong focus on AM applications.
Specialisation:
Highly specialized for Autodesk Netfabb users, limiting its utility for others.
3D Matter Database (AmiGuide)
Database focused on the mechanical properties (tensile strength, hardness, etc.) of AM materials.
Access: Free – Open access to the database.
Assessment Score: 72%
Relevance:
High, as it provides mechanical properties that are broadly applicable to AM globally.
Accessibility:
Free, making it widely accessible.
Breadth/Depth:
Covers important mechanical properties like tensile strength and hardness, but lacks machine compatibility data.
Specialisation:
General-purpose, not tied to specific systems or software.
NIST Additive Manufacturing Materials Database
Material characterization data for AM, especially metals, to support predictive modelling and simulation.
Website: Materials | NIST
Access: Free – Open access as part of the U.S. government’s initiative to support additive manufacturing research and industry.
Assessment Score: 67%
Relevance:
Medium, as it is a U.S.-based initiative, but the data is globally applicable.
Accessibility:
Free, supporting wide usage.
Breadth/Depth:
Covers AM material characterization data but less tailored to specific European needs.
Specialisation:
Focused on material characterization and predictive models, suitable for research-oriented applications.
Global Powder Metallurgy Property Database
Data base focusing on different metal powder compositions and their properties
Website: Global PM Property Database
Access: Free – Requires registration
Assessment Score: 65%
Relevance:
Medium, as it includes Europe but focuses on powder metallurgy rather than broader AM applications.
Accessibility:
Free, though registration is required.
Breadth/Depth:
Detailed for metal powders but lacks broader AM compatibility or machine data.
Specialisation:
Limited to powder metallurgy, with less focus on AM-specific processes.