All-in-one optimisation toolset

Discover the Perfect Material for your next project

Manta provides cloud-based materials selection software with a comprehensive library of materials, featuring physical, mechanical, electrical, ecological, and thermal datasets.

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There are over 3,500 grades of steel alone

Choosing the right material matters

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Better product performance


Choosing the right material for your application can drastically enhance product performance and increase design flexibility.



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Lower material costs and waste


Align your material choice with your manufacturing methods and product lifespan to minimize fabrication and replacement cost.



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Reduce environmental impact


Optimize your material selections to significantly reduce environmental impact and substitute harmful or unsafe materials.



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Integrated solutions

A comprehensive materials selection database and toolkit

Focus on creating amazing things instead of sifting through endless material databases. Use Manta to quickly find the optimal material for your application and access comprehensive material property data that you can trust.

Reliable material property data

Discover our wide database

The Manta Materials library offers an extensive collection of materials, encompassing a diverse range of metals, ceramics, composites, and polymers. This comprehensive selection provides engineers and designers with the flexibility to choose the ideal material for any application.

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Filter down according to your requirements

Discover your ideal material using our interactive Ashby chart and selection table, where you can dynamically apply material property filters to refine your search. This intuitive tool allows you to effortlessly identify the best candidates by adjusting physical, mechanical, thermal or electrical parameters, streamlining the material selection process

Workflow integration

Download our material property datasheet.

Each material in our collection comes with a downloadable datasheet that details its physical, mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties, providing comprehensive insights to aid your decision-making process. Exports can be integrated with external software, allowing for easy seamless incorporation into your existing workflows.

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Basic

Access basic materials for free, forever

Free

Includes:
  • Access to basic materials and properties.
  • Ideal for students and hobbyists.
  • Basic tutorials to help you get started.
  • Community support.

Professional

Empowering individual creators

£12/month

Includes:
  • Everything included in Basic, plus:
  • Full access to our extensive materials database.
  • Advanced search and filtering tools.
  • Priority support, in-depth guides and tutorials.
  • Suitable for individual professionals.

Enterprise

For connected businesses

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Includes:
  • Everything included in Professional, plus:
  • Exclusive features tailored for organizations.
  • Customizable dashboards and reporting tools.
  • Dedicated account manager and support.
  • Integration capabilities for seamless workflow.