What is an Aluminum Plate and Its Thickness Range
An aluminum plate is a flat, rectangular material made from aluminum ingots through rolling and processing. It typically has a thickness greater than 0.2mm and less than 500mm, with a width exceeding 200mm and a length under 16 meters. With the development of large-scale equipment, some aluminum plates can now be as wide as 600mm. Aluminum plates are commonly categorized based on their composition and thickness. They include pure aluminum plates, alloy aluminum plates, thin sheets, medium and thick plates, and patterned aluminum plates. These materials are widely used in various industries due to their lightweight, corrosion resistance, and excellent thermal and electrical conductivity.Common Classification of Aluminum Sheets
There are two main ways to classify aluminum sheets: 1. **Based on Alloy Composition**: - High-purity aluminum plate (with over 99.9% purity) - Pure aluminum plate (made from nearly pure aluminum) - Alloy aluminum plate (composed of aluminum and other elements like copper, manganese, silicon, magnesium, etc.) - Clad or welded aluminum plate (used for specialized applications by combining different materials) - Aluminum-clad sheet (an aluminum sheet with a thin layer of aluminum on the surface for specific purposes) 2. **Based on Thickness (in mm)**: - Sheet: 0.15–2.0 mm - Standard sheet: 2.0–6.0 mm - Aluminum plate: 6.0–25.0 mm - Thick plate: 25–200 mmApplications of Aluminum Plates
Aluminum plates are used in a wide range of fields, including: 1. Lighting systems 2. Solar reflectors 3. Building exteriors and facades 4. Interior design (ceilings, walls) 5. Furniture and cabinets 6. Elevator panels 7. Signage and nameplates 8. Photo frames 9. Household appliances (refrigerators, microwaves, audio systems) 10. Aerospace and defense (e.g., aircraft, spacecraft, satellites) 11. Mechanical parts and molds 12. Chemical and insulation pipelines 13. Marine structures and shipbuildingAluminum Alloy Series Classification
Aluminum alloys are grouped into nine series, with several being more commonly used in practical applications. Here's a brief overview: - **1 Series**: Industrial pure aluminum - **2 Series**: Aluminum-copper alloys - **3 Series**: Aluminum-manganese alloys - **4 Series**: Aluminum-silicon alloys - **5 Series**: Aluminum-magnesium alloys - **6 Series**: Aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloys - **7 Series**: Aluminum-zinc-magnesium-copper alloys - **8 Series**: Other special alloys - **9 Series**: Reserve or experimental alloysChemical Composition and Properties
For example, the 7075-T651 aluminum plate contains: - Aluminum (Al): balance - Silicon (Si): 0.25% - Copper (Cu): 0.10% - Magnesium (Mg): 2.2–2.8% - Zinc (Zn): 0.10% - Manganese (Mn): 0.10% - Chromium (Cr): 0.15–0.35% - Iron (Fe): 0.4% It exhibits: - Tensile strength: 170–305 MPa - Yield strength: ≥65 MPa - Elastic modulus: 69.3–70.7 GPa - Annealing temperature: 345°C This makes it ideal for high-strength applications in aerospace, automotive, and industrial sectors.Pure Tantalum,High Purity Tantalum Metal Rod,Tantalum Alloy Round Bar,Tantalum Metal Round Bar
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