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AlSi10Mg Aluminum Alloy Powder for LPBF — 20–63 µm, 10 kg

Carpenter AlSi10Mg Aluminum powder price: $815 per 10 kg ($81.50/kg)

Lightweight aluminum alloy with good thermal properties for brackets, ducts, waveguides and heat exchangers; it can be T6 heat-treated after the build. Vacuum-induction-melted and nitrogen-atomized by Carpenter Additive (PowderRange AlSi10Mg). Ships as 2 × 5 kg containers.

$815

Powder prices change from lot to lot. Place your order to lock today’s price — or contact our materials team to lock it for you.
In stock$81.50/kg
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NDA standard In US stock · ready to ship
20–63 µmParticle size
NitrogenVIM, gas-atomized
AMS7018Applicable spec
284 MPaTensile, heat treated*
Nadcap, ISO 17025Powder testing
2 × 5 kgSealed containers

* Carpenter data, X–Y, after heat treatment.

Same alloy, 3 options

Which AlSi10Mg is right for your build?

All of them are in our catalog at a published price. Pick by machine, timing and country of origin.

PowderParticle sizeOriginAvailabilityGood fit for10 kg
Carpenter Additive AlSi10MgThis page
20–63 µm · LPBFConfirmed per lotIn stockPrograms that need a named mill and fast delivery$815Add to cart
CNPC Powder AlSi10MgNamed manufacturer
20–63 µm · LPBFChinaMade to orderLower price per kg$410View
A-Powder AlSi10Mgby AO Metal
20–63 µm · LPBFChinaMade to orderLowest price per kg in our catalog$380View

Need a specific country of origin for a government or defense program? Ask before ordering and we will confirm it in writing for your lot.

Powder data

What is in the container

Specification from the manufacturer. The certificate for your lot is available on request.

Specification

Type analysis, PowderRange AlSi10Mg datasheet (Carpenter Additive). Single figures are nominal except where noted.

Elementwt%
Aluminum (Al)Balance
Silicon (Si)9.00–11.00
Iron (Fe)0.55
Manganese (Mn)0.45
Magnesium (Mg)0.20–0.45
Titanium (Ti)0.15
Oxygen (O)0.10
Zinc (Zn)0.10
Copper (Cu)0.05
Lead (Pb)0.05
Nickel (Ni)0.05
Nitrogen (N)0.05
Tin (Sn)0.05
Powder propertyRequirement
Above 63 µmmax 10 wt% (ASTM B214)
Below 20 µmmax 10 vol% (ASTM B822)
D10 / D50 / D90measured and reported on the lot certificate
Carney flow, apparent densitymeasured and reported (ASTM B964, B212)
Melting and atomizationVacuum induction melted, nitrogen gas atomized

What comes with your lot

From the manufacturer certificate

  • Chemistry against the specification limits on the left
  • Particle size distribution: D10, D50, D90
  • Flow rate and apparent density
  • Lot number for traceability

The certificate for your lot is available on request. The manufacturer datasheet for this alloy has no particle image; ask us if you need one.

Printed properties

How the printed metal performs

Room-temperature tensile data published by Carpenter Additive for PowderRange AlSi10Mg: average of at least 5 samples per orientation and condition. A guide for your own qualification, not design data. The datasheet does not name the heat-treatment cycle.

ConditionOrientationYield, MPaUTS, MPaElongationReduction of area
After heat treatmentX–Y18228419%40%
Z18029015%32%

Heat treatment

Carpenter datasheet, process guidance

  • T6 (solution anneal, quench, age) can be used after the build, as for cast parts; follow the cycle your specification calls for.
  • Parts can be spark-eroded, welded, micro shot-peened, polished and coated.
  • Associated specifications: ASTM F3318, DIN EN 1706, EN AC-43000.

Before you order

Aluminum powder is reactive. A dust cloud of fine aluminum can ignite. Keep it dry, use grounded equipment and an ATEX-rated vacuum, and follow the safety data sheet and your machine maker’s guidance for aluminum.

Compatibility and handling

Will it run on my printer?

Runs on open-parameter laser powder bed fusion systems. Ask our materials engineer for starting parameters for your machine.

EOSM 290 · M 300-4 · M 400
SLM Solutions / NikonSLM 280 · 500
RenishawAM 400 · RenAM 500
DMG Mori · TRUMPFLasertec · TruPrint
Xact MetalXM series
Velo3D · Aconity3DSapphire · MIDI / ONE
3D Systems · BLT · Eplus3DDMP Flex / Factory · BLT-S · EP-M
and other open-parameter LPBFtuned per machine

Machine names identify compatible equipment only. Additive Plus is not affiliated with these manufacturers, and the powder is not approved by them. Process parameters are tuned per machine.

Step 1

Store sealed

Keep the container closed, dry and at room temperature until you load the printer.

Step 2

Sieve

Sieve before loading and every time you reuse powder recovered from a build.

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Step 3

Load and purge

Fill the dispenser, close the chamber and purge with argon.

Step 4

Print and relieve

Stress-relieve on the plate, then remove parts and supports.

Step 5

Recover

Collect unfused powder, sieve it and return it to a sealed container.

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Wear a respirator, gloves and eye protection when handling metal powder. Read the safety data sheet before first use.

Applications

Printed on AO Metal

Real builds on the LPBF printers we sell, and what teams make from this alloy.

Recoater spreading 316L powder while the laser melts a grid of test cubes on an AO Metal printer
Powder in the chamberThe recoater spreads 316L powder, then the laser melts a grid of test cubes.
Stainless steel test cubes and lattice coupons printed on the AO Metal A30, measured with a caliper
Test cubes and latticesStainless steel coupons printed on the AO Metal A30, checked with a caliper.
Lattice cube printed on the AO Metal A30 build plate
Lattice on the plateA lattice cube on the AO Metal A30 build plate.
Metal heat exchanger printed on the AO Metal A100
Heat exchangerPrinted on the AO Metal A100; LEAP 71 reference geometry.

Parts printed on AO Metal printers, which we sell. Alloys, parameters and powder lots differ from part to part; these photos show the process, not parts made from this specific powder lot.

  • Brackets
  • Valves
  • Waveguides
  • Ducts
  • Heat exchangers

Applications as listed by Carpenter Additive for PowderRange AlSi10Mg.

Ordering

Ordering, delivery and our promise

Pack

10 kg of 20–63 µm powder as 2 × 5 kg sealed containers, traceable to the Carpenter lot certificate.

Delivery

The ship date shows next to the Add to Cart button. Shipping cost is calculated at checkout.

Payment

Card or PayPal at checkout, “Invoice me” at checkout, or a purchase order — see “How would you like to buy?” above.

Volume

100 kg and more: ask for a volume quote with your alloy, quantity and ship-to.

If the powder is not right, we make it right.

If your lot’s chemistry or particle size falls outside its certificate or this page, or it arrives damaged or wrong, tell us within 14 days of delivery. We replace it or refund you, and we pay for shipping both ways.

Common questions

Don't see yours? Email [email protected] — NDA standard.

What is AlSi10Mg aluminum alloy powder?
AlSi10Mg is a gas-atomized aluminum alloy powder specifically developed for Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) and DMLS metal 3D printing. Its silicon and magnesium content provides an excellent balance of low weight, strength, thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and printability, making it one of the most widely used aluminum alloys in additive manufacturing.
What is AlSi10Mg used for?
AlSi10Mg is commonly used to manufacture lightweight, high-performance components for aerospace, automotive, robotics, electronics, industrial equipment, and research applications. Typical parts include brackets, heat exchangers, cooling channels, housings, ducts, RF waveguides, and functional prototypes requiring complex geometries.
Can you 3D print aluminum with AlSi10Mg powder?
Yes. AlSi10Mg is one of the most popular aluminum alloys for LPBF and DMLS metal 3D printing. It offers excellent laser processability, produces dense parts with complex internal features, and delivers strong mechanical performance after appropriate heat treatment.
Which metal 3D printers are compatible with this powder?
This PowderRange® AlSi10Mg powder is compatible with most industrial LPBF and DMLS metal 3D printers that support aluminum alloys and a particle size distribution of 20–63 μm. It is commonly used on systems from EOS, Nikon SLM Solutions, Renishaw, Trumpf, Farsoon, Additive Industries, and other leading metal additive manufacturing platforms.

What particle size distribution does this powder have?
This product is supplied with a 20–63 μm particle size distribution, making it suitable for standard LPBF production systems. Certificate of Analysis available on request (COA) verifying particle size distribution, chemistry, apparent density, and flow characteristics.
Who manufactures this AlSi10Mg powder?
This is genuine Carpenter PowderRange® AlSi10Mg manufactured by Carpenter Additive under internationally recognized quality management systems, including AS9100, AS9120, ISO 9001, and ISO 13485. Additive Plus supplies fully traceable, genuine material with complete lot documentation.
Why is gas atomization important for LPBF powder?
Gas atomization produces highly spherical powder particles with excellent flowability and consistent packing density. These characteristics improve powder spreading, increase part density, reduce printing defects, and deliver more repeatable build quality across production runs.
Is every bottle supplied with a Certificate of Analysis?
Yes. Every bottle includes a complete Certificate of Analysis containing particle size distribution, chemical composition, oxygen content, apparent density, flow rate, and a traceable lot number to support quality assurance and regulated manufacturing.
Can AlSi10Mg parts be heat treated?
Yes. AlSi10Mg responds well to post-processing heat treatment, including T6 heat treatment consisting of solution annealing, quenching, and artificial aging. Heat treatment can improve strength, hardness, and overall mechanical performance depending on the application.
Is AlSi10Mg easy to machine and finish?
Yes. Printed AlSi10Mg components are easy to machine, weld, polish, coat, micro shot-peen, and finish using conventional manufacturing methods. This makes the alloy suitable for both prototype and production applications requiring secondary machining.
What are the main advantages of AlSi10Mg over stainless steel?
AlSi10Mg is significantly lighter than stainless steel while offering excellent thermal conductivity and good corrosion resistance. It is ideal for applications where reducing weight and improving heat transfer are more important than maximizing strength.
Is this powder suitable for aerospace and automotive applications?
Yes. AlSi10Mg is widely used throughout the aerospace, automotive, motorsport, robotics, and industrial manufacturing industries because it combines lightweight performance, excellent printability, and strong mechanical properties.
How is the powder packaged?
This product is supplied in 10 kg (22 lb) packs with secure packaging designed to protect the powder during storage and transportation. Proper packaging helps maintain powder quality and minimizes contamination before use.
Do you offer larger quantities or custom aluminum powders?
Yes. Additive Plus offers volume pricing for larger production orders and can also produce custom aluminum powders, modified chemistries, and specialized particle size distributions through its in-house atomization capabilities.
How quickly can my order be shipped?
In-stock alloys ship within 2 business days. For alloys not in stock, we confirm the ship date as soon as you send your request.
Can I speak with a materials engineer before purchasing?
Yes. Additive Plus provides direct access to experienced materials engineers who can help you select the appropriate powder, review machine compatibility, discuss printing parameters, recommend recycling strategies, and answer technical questions before you place an order.

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