EOS and Constellium Partner on Advanced Aluminum Alloys for AM

EOS, a leader in industrial additive manufacturing, has announced a significant partnership with Constellium, a global producer of advanced aluminum products. This collaboration focuses on expanding the accessibility of next-generation aluminum alloys for metal additive manufacturing processes.

As part of the agreement, Constellium's Aheadd CP1 alloy will be added to EOS's materials portfolio, marketed as EOS Aluminium Constellium CP1 starting in August. Concurrently, EOS's established Al5X1 alloy will be renamed EOS Aluminium Constellium Al5X1 and incorporated into Constellium's own alloy offerings. Users of EOS and AMCM laser powder bed fusion systems will gain access to these advanced aluminum materials, complete with validated process parameters and expert support.

The companies highlight that these materials are well-suited for applications such as heat exchangers, semiconductor heat sinks and wafers, and lightweight structural components that require moderate mechanical loads. This initiative aims to accelerate innovation and unlock new high-performance applications for a global customer base.

Both companies view this partnership as a foundational step, with plans to extend beyond these initial two materials to establish a long-term framework for developing future aluminum alloys specifically for 3D printing. This collaboration seeks to set a new benchmark for aluminum in additive manufacturing, enabling higher performance, increased productivity, and faster industrial adoption.