Description
Alloy Geek 2011 Aluminum Standard
Aluminum alloy 2011 is a high-strength, free-machining alloy that falls within the 2xxx series of aluminum alloys. This alloy is alloyed primarily with copper and can also contain small amounts of other elements. Similar to alloy 2007, alloy 2011 is known for its excellent machinability, making it a popular choice for applications where precise machining operations are required.
Composition:
- Silicon (Si): 0.40% max
- Iron (Fe): 0.70% max
- Copper (Cu): 5.0% - 6.0%
- Zinc (Zn): 0.30% max
- Bismuth (Bi): 0.2% - 0.6%
- Lead (Pb): 0.2% - 0.6%
- Others (each): 0.05% max
- Others (total): 0.15% max
- Aluminum (Al): Remainder
Key Properties:
- Machinability: Alloy 2011 is renowned for its exceptional machinability, even better than other free-machining aluminum alloys. It produces short, broken chips, which aids in the machining process and helps extend tool life.
- Strength: It offers good mechanical strength, particularly when compared to other aluminum alloys, making it suitable for applications that require both strength and machining.
- Heat Treatment: Alloy 2011 can be heat-treated to improve its mechanical properties, including strength.
- Corrosion Resistance: Like other aluminum-copper alloys, alloy 2011 offers reasonable corrosion resistance, but it may not be as corrosion-resistant as some other aluminum alloys.
- Applications: Due to its excellent machinability and decent strength, alloy 2011 is commonly used in applications such as fasteners, fittings, screws, bolts, and other components that require precision machining.
XRF Samples are thinner samples approximately 1/4 inch thick. OES Standards are thicker in nature and are approximately 1 inch thick. Please Contact Us if you would like to know the specific dimensions of a sample.
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