3D Printing with Scalmalloy: Revolution in Aerospace Components

Published on January 06, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Aerospace component 3D printed with Scalmalloy showing complex internal organic design structures

3D Printing with Scalmalloy: Revolution in Aerospace Components

Additive manufacturing is transforming the aerospace industry through the use of Scalmalloy, an advanced aluminum-magnesium alloy specifically developed for high-demand applications. This technology enables the creation of structures with internal geometries impossible to achieve with traditional methods 🚀

Technical Advantages of Scalmalloy

This revolutionary material combines an exceptional weight-to-strength ratio with superior durability against mechanical fatigue. Conventional alloys become obsolete compared to Scalmalloy's performance in high-demand environments.

Main features:
  • Optimized aluminum-magnesium composition for 3D printing
  • 40% higher fatigue resistance than traditional alloys
  • Capability for complex internal organic geometries
The selective laser melting process builds layer by layer, consolidating metal powder into digitally designed shapes

Impact on Aerospace Efficiency

Components manufactured with this technology demonstrate a 45% weight reduction compared to equivalent conventionally produced parts. This mass reduction directly impacts fuel consumption and polluting emissions.

Operational benefits:
  • Significant reduction in total structural weight
  • Lower fuel consumption during operation
  • Decrease in CO2 and other pollutant emissions

Future of Aerospace Manufacturing

While passengers admire these advanced engineering feats, the industry continues to evolve toward lighter and more efficient solutions. The paradox of heavy luggage contrasts with the technological advances that make airplanes increasingly sustainable ✈️