Elementum 3D presents new GRX-810 material for high-temperature applications

Elementum 3D, a company specializing in metal additive manufacturing materials, has announced the commercial launch of the nickel-cobalt-chromium oxide dispersion-reinforced superalloy material GRX-810. This material, originally developed by a research team led by Dr. Tim Smith at NASA Glenn Research Center, will now be commercially available through a licensing agreement. The first quantities of the material were already delivered at the end of October and Elementum 3D is able to produce up to one and a half tons of GRX-810 per week.

GRX-810 offers exceptional material properties that are of particular interest to the aerospace and energy industries. According to the company, the material significantly outperforms other printable superalloys in its class, particularly in terms of creep resistance and strength at high temperatures. For example, it is up to 1,000 times more resistant to creep failure and offers twice the oxidation resistance of existing materials.

Additive manufacturing makes it possible to produce complex components such as thinner and lighter engine parts, resulting in higher fuel efficiency and lower operating costs. These properties make GRX-810 a promising solution for demanding applications in extreme conditions.

“I’m proud of how the Elementum 3D team rallied to quickly bring NASA’s GRX-810 alloy to market. Development of a qualified manufacturing process to mass produce GRX-810 in six months is a testament to our ability to turn concepts into reality,” said Dr. Jacob Nuechterlein, Elementum 3D CEO and Founder.

The importance of GRX-810 is highlighted by the demand for resistant materials for high temperatures. The ability to operate under constant stress and high temperatures without failure significantly extends the life of components. The availability of GRX-810 sets a new benchmark for materials in additive manufacturing, which could expand the design and functionality of technical systems in the long term.