If a material can be drawn into wire, fed into an arc, and melted, then in principle it can be printed.
In additive manufacturing, the ability to print a material is largely dependent on its properties and behavior during the printing process. If a material or alloy can be drawn into wire, fed into the arc, and melted, then it can potentially be used for 3D printing. This means that a wide range of materials, including those with high melting points like Tungsten, can be successfully printed using arc-based processes.
It is worth noting that for arc processes to work effectively for printing, the user must have access to the necessary equipment and resources. This includes ensuring that the synergic lines required for the specific material being printed are available and properly configured. By understanding the capabilities and requirements of different materials, users can explore the full potential of additive manufacturing and create complex and durable objects.