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Zetamix 316L Steel Filament 1,75mm

Print 316L stainless-steel parts on a standard FFF printer, then sinter to dense, corrosion-resistant functional metal.
  • ✔ Excellent corrosion resistance, ductile and well suited to functional parts
  • ✔ Print → debind → sinter to dense 316L on a desktop FFF printer
  • ✔ Genuine Zetamix by Nanoe · 500 g spool · lead time 10–20 business days (depending on order queue)

$420

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Green-to-densepredictable shrinkage
Parameters + datasheetin every order
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What your process engineer actually checks

Green part to fully dense, predictably

Every spool ships with a datasheet and validated debind/sinter parameters, so green parts reach target density with predictable shrinkage. Lock the cycle once, reorder the same feedstock.

A materials engineer on the line

Questions on debind schedules, sinter shrinkage, density, or warpage on bound-metal/ceramic FFF? A materials engineer answers directly — not a contact-form bot. Most replies in under 4 hours, NDA standard.

About this product

Zetamix 316L stainless steel filament lets you 3D-print functional 316L parts on a standard FFF printer, then debind and sinter to a dense, corrosion-resistant metal component — the same print → debind → sinter workflow we run in-house on our 3DCeram M.A.T.

Zetamix 316L stainless steel 3D printed sintered metal part
316L parts printed on a standard FFF machine, then debound and sintered to dense stainless steel.

Why engineers choose Zetamix 316L Stainless Steel filament

Authentic 316L stainless steel from a standard FFF printer — ductile, tough and corrosion-resistant after sintering.

Authentic 316L composition

Real 316L stainless steel — roughly 92% metal by mass in the filament, sintered to a dense metal part with genuine 316L chemistry.

Corrosion resistant

Resists acids, chlorides and saline environments — for fluid-system parts and components that run in aggressive conditions.

Ductile & tough

Metal, not brittle ceramic — 316L takes load, bends and absorbs impact where technical ceramics would crack.

Repeatable sintered results

Known shrinkage and a defined debind and sinter cycle give predictable, repeatable parts from one print run to the next.

316L stainless steel material properties after sintering

  • Composition: authentic 316L stainless steel (~92% metal by mass in the filament)
  • Density after sintering: >90% of theoretical
  • Corrosion resistance: acids, chlorides and saline environments
  • Mechanical character: ductile and tough — metal, not brittle ceramic
  • Linear scale for sintering: 118.2% (X/Y) & 117.2% (Z)
  • Filament: 1.75 mm

Full specifications are listed in the Specifications tab. Mechanical values are process-dependent — final properties vary with print, debind and sinter parameters.

From spool to dense 316L part

Three stages — the same workflow we run in-house.

Step 01

Design & scale

Scale the model by 118.2% (X/Y) and 117.2% (Z) for sintering shrinkage. Minimum wall 1 mm, minimum hole 1.5 mm, minimum pin 3 mm, overhangs up to 35° unsupported.

Step 02

Print on FFF

Print the green part on any standard FFF machine with a grooved drive gear and flexible build plate. Hold a consistent extrusion around 120–130 °C, 3 wall layers minimum.

Step 03

Debind & sinter

Chemical debind 24 h in acetone at 40 °C, thermal debind at 10 °C/h from 50 to 650 °C in Ar/H₂, then sinter at 50 °C/h to 1350 °C with a 2 h hold in a controlled atmosphere. No furnace? We run this for you.

Where 316L stainless steel is used

Shops 3D-print 316L with Zetamix when they need functional, corrosion-resistant metal parts without machining or tooling.

Functional parts & fixtures
Load-bearing metal components
Internal tooling
In-house jigs and production aids
TIG welding nozzles & shields
Heat-exposed shop consumables
Corrosion-resistant components
Fluid, marine and chemical parts
On-demand spare parts
Replace metal parts without tooling

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No sintering furnace or debinding station? Talk to our team — we’ll help you get set up. Get in touch →

See Zetamix 316L in action

Watch how Zetamix ceramic and metal filaments go from spool to dense, sintered part — the same FFF print → debind → sinter workflow we run in-house.

Choose your Zetamix material

Every Zetamix filament prints on a standard FFF 3D printer — we print and validate them in-house on our 3DCeram M.A.T. system — then debind and sinter to a dense ceramic or metal part. The highlighted row is the material on this page; compare the range below:

Material Type Stands out for Best for From
Alumina Technical ceramic Electrical insulation, ~1550°C Insulators, high-temp tooling $495
White Zirconia Technical ceramic Toughness & flexural strength Wear & structural parts $485
Black Zirconia Technical ceramic Zirconia strength, black finish Aesthetic + technical parts $550
Silicon Carbide Technical ceramic Extreme hardness & thermal Abrasive / high-temp parts $550
Porcelain Ceramic (art) Glazeable, classic finish Art, tableware, decorative $225
316L Stainless steel Corrosion resistance, ductile Functional metal parts $420
17-4 PH Stainless steel High strength, hardenable Tooling & functional parts $420
H13 Tool steel Hot hardness & wear Dies, inserts, tooling $420
TiO2 Specialty ceramic Specialty technical ceramic Niche functional parts $550
Tell us your part size, target strength and finish — a materials engineer who prints these every day will recommend the right Zetamix material and the print → debind → sinter parameters. Sub-4h reply, NDA standard.
Brand Zetamix by Nanoe
Printing Materials Metal Filaments
Technology FFF
Application Composite Tooling, Engineering, Jigs & Fixtures, Manufacturing
Don't see your alloy or ceramic?

We source and qualify. Custom feedstock on request.

Need a specific bound-metal or ceramic filament, or parameters for a printer we don't list yet? Our materials team qualifies the feedstock and verifies sinter behavior before you commit. Typical lead 3–4 weeks.

Common questions

Don't see yours? Email [email protected] — NDA standard, typical reply within 4 hours.

What equipment do I need beyond my 3D printer?
You’ll need acetone for solvent debinding and a high-temperature furnace capable of 1350°C with argon/hydrogen atmosphere control. The Zetasinter furnace is optimized for this process.
How do the mechanical properties compare to traditional 316L?
After proper sintering, parts achieve >90% density with corrosion resistance and mechanical properties suitable for functional applications, though slightly below wrought metal due to porosity.
What are the design limitations?
Maximum printed size: 200mm (recommended: 100mm), minimum wall thickness: 1mm, minimum feature size: 1.5mm. Avoid abrupt size changes and use rounded corners.
What safety precautions are required?
Use in well-ventilated areas, wear FFP2 masks when handling, and safety glasses. The raw powder form is hazardous, but the filament is not classified as dangerous when handled properly.
Can I create food-safe or medical components?
The sintered 316L meets ASTM F138 for implant-grade biocompatibility with proper post-processing, making it suitable for medical prototypes and some food processing applications.
How long does the complete process take?
Printing varies by model. Debinding takes approximately 64 hours (chemical + thermal), and sintering requires about 30 hours including ramp times and holding.
What's the shelf life and storage requirements?
The filament has a one-year shelf life when stored in its original vacuum-sealed packaging in cool, dry conditions.
What applications is this best suited for?
Ideal for jigs/fixtures, fluid system components, marine hardware, thermal management parts, and low-volume production where complex geometries make machining impractical.
Can I use supports and how are they removed?
Yes, use standard FDM support structures. They are removed during the debinding process along with the primary binder system.

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