The Grades Of Auminum For Turned Parts & It’s Surface Finish Treatments.
This page will provide an overview on the grades of aluminum for turned parts,and the types of finish treatments that are commonly used for aluminum turned parts.
We will look at the reasons for choosing various grades of aluminum as well as the different types of finishing treatments that can be applied to aluminum components such as anodizing, powder coating, and plating.
We will also discuss the benefits of using these types of finishes when manufacturing turned parts from aluminum. Finally, we will provide information on a few of the most popular grades of aluminum for machining and how they should be treated for proper use.
The Characteristics of aluminum for Turned Parts
Grades | Characteristics | Advantages | Shortcomings | Industries |
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6061-T6 | Medium strength aluminum alloy with excellent corrosion resistance and weldability | High tensile strength, high corrosion resistance, high fatigue strength | Not as strong as 7075-T6 and not heat treatable | Aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, consumer products, and marine applications. |
6063-T6 | High strength aluminum alloy with excellent corrosion resistance and low thermal expansion | High tensile strength, excellent machinability and weldability, high corrosion resistance | Not as strong as 6061-T6 and not heat treatable | Window and door frames, sheet metal, interior and exterior decoration, automotive frames. |
7075-T6 | High strength aluminium alloy with excellent corrosion resistance and high temperature resistance | High tensile strength, excellent corrosion resistance, high fatigue strength, heat treatable | Difficult to machine and weld | Aerospace, defense, automotive, medical, and marine applications. |