aluminum alloys

We invite you to learn more about Aluminum Alloys. Aluminum (Al) is a non-ferrous alloy, which has a combination of properties that make it a useful material for industry and engineering. It has a density of (2.700 kg/m3), which is 35% the density of steel (7.870 kg/m3) and a modulus of elasticity of 100 ksi (69 MPa).

Although aluminum alloys have a lower tensile strength than steel, their strength-to-weight ratio is outstanding. For this reason, aluminum is used in aeronautical and automotive applications, where weight is a crucial factor.

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Types of alloy classifications aluminum

By its process:

• forged aluminum
• Cast aluminum

Because of its state

F: Raw state

O: Annealing

Q1: Annealing at high temperatures

W: Heat treated solution

For its alloys:

Classification by process Classification by state Classification by alloys (Series)

• 1xxx – Aluminum: 99.0%
• 2xxx – Copper: Cu
• 3xxx – Manganese: Mn
• 4xxx – Silicon: Yes
• 5xxx – Magnesium: Mg
• 6xxx Series – Magnesium/Silicon: Mg + Si
• 7xxx Series – Zinc/Magnesium: Zn + Mg
• Series 8xxx – Others

The series most used in the metal-mechanical industry are made up of those that are mechanically and thermally treatable, hardening by precipitation and aging.

 The 6000 Silicon-Magnesium (Al-Si-Mg) and the 7000 Zinc-Magnesium (Al-Zn-Mg)

The 6000 series materials are mainly composed of Aluminum (Al), Magnesium (Mg) and Silicon (Si). The most common alloy in this series is 6061, which contains 1.0% Magnesium (Mg) and 0.6% Silicon (Si), in addition to other elements such as 0.2% Chromium (Cr) and up to 0.3% Copper (Cu). . Under T6 conditions, this alloy can reach strengths of up to 290 MPa, making it ideal for use in general structures. “Known as Duralumin”

The 7000 series alloys contain different amounts of Zinc (Zn), Magnesium (Mg) and Copper (Cu) mixed with aluminum. The most notable alloy is 7075, which has an approximate formula of 5,6% Zinc, 2,5% Magnesium, 1,6% Copper and 0,25% Chromium. When subjected to a T6 treatment, this alloy achieves a tensile strength of 504 MPa, making it a valuable choice for various applications. It is also “Known as Duralumin”

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At Serviacero Especiales we sell aluminium alloys:

• AA5083 (ALCA 5): Aluminum with precision machining on both sides. It is an aluminum alloy, according to ASTM B209-14 and DIN AlMg4.5Mn standards, this plate, supplied with precision machining
• Aluminum 6061: Also known as "duralumin", it stands out for its good mechanical resistance, due to its hardening by mechanical work and heat treatment.
• Aluminum 7075: Classified under ASTM B209-14 / ASTM B221-14 and DIN 3.4365 (AlZnMgCu1.5), it stands out for its high mechanical strength and good fatigue resistance, its composition includes magnesium, chromium, zinc, copper, silicon, iron, manganese and titanium.

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