Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The metal powder you print with is just as important as the machine printing it.
While most metal additive manufacturing companies source their materials externally, BLT develops and atomizes most of their own metal powders in-house. Metal 3D printing isn't just about shaping geometry, it's a complete materials process. Powder characteristics like particle size, spherical shape, and chemical purity directly govern the internal microstructure, strength, and consistency of your finished parts. By rigorously testing and qualifying every batch in-house, BLT ensures peak performance before the powder ever reaches a printer.
Did you know powder quality plays this big of a role in metal part performance? Let us know in the comments! 👇
The metal powder you print with is just as important as the machine printing it.
While most metal additive manufacturing companies source their materials externally, BLT develops and atomizes most of their own metal powders in-house. Metal 3D printing isn't just about shaping geometry, it's a complete materials process. Powder characteristics like particle size, spherical shape, and chemical purity directly govern the internal microstructure, strength, and consistency of your finished parts. By rigorously testing and qualifying every batch in-house, BLT ensures peak performance before the powder ever reaches a printer.
Did you know powder quality plays this big of a role in metal part performance? Let us know in the comments! 👇
