In the modern manufacturing industry, aluminum alloy is not only a popular material but also plays a key role in increasing durability, reducing weight and improving product machinability. Depending on the purpose of use, each type of aluminum alloy will be selected differently. Let's review with Oristar the TOP 5 most commonly used aluminum alloy codes today , so that you have more basis for optimal selection for your production activities.

Aluminum Alloy 6061 – Versatile, Durable and Easy to Work With

Aluminum code 6061 is one of the most popular aluminum alloys today, belonging to the Al-Mg-Si aluminum group. Outstanding advantages of aluminum 6061:

• Good bearing capacity, high tensile strength
• Good corrosion resistance, suitable for outdoor environment
• Easy to weld, easy to machine and surface treat

Common applications : bicycle frames, mechanical structures, aircraft parts, steel structures, oil and gas pipelines...

Aluminum Alloy 5052 – Super corrosion resistant, ideal for marine industry

Aluminum 5052 stands out with its excellent corrosion resistance in seawater environments, thanks to its main component being magnesium (Mg).

• Highly flexible, easy to bend and shape
• Excellent corrosion resistance, even in chemical environments
• Moderate tensile strength, not easy to crack when bending

Common applications : shipbuilding, marine equipment, chemical tanks, truck partitions, machine housings…

Aluminum alloy 7075 – Super hard, used in aviation

Aluminum 7075 belongs to the Al-Zn-Mg-Cu aluminum group and stands out with extremely high mechanical strength, comparable to steel but many times lighter.

• Tensile strength up to 83,000 psi
• Very good fatigue and impact resistance
• More difficult to machine than other types of aluminum

Common applications : aviation, aerospace, molds, high-end sports equipment, heavy mechanical parts

Aluminum alloy 1050 – High purity, good electrical conductivity

Aluminum 1050 belongs to the pure aluminum line (≥ 99.5%), has very high electrical and thermal conductivity and is easy to process.

• High softness, easy to shape
• Good oxidation resistance in normal environment
• Conducts electricity nearly as well as copper, ideal for electrical applications

Common applications : electrical equipment, cooking pots, household appliances, conductive strips, circuit boards…

Aluminum Alloy 2024 – Superior Hardness, High Fatigue Resistance

Aluminum 2024 is the ideal choice for applications requiring high strength, heavy duty and harsh environments.

• Good fatigue strength, stable under variable loads
• Difficult to weld but has good machinability
• Light weight, helps reduce product weight

Common applications : aircraft structures, car frames, robot parts, load-bearing mechanical parts

Conclusion: Choosing the right aluminum alloy code is the key to production efficiency

Depending on each industry and technical requirements, each type of aluminum alloy will have its own distinct advantages. Choosing the right aluminum code not only helps optimize costs but also ensures durability, aesthetics and efficiency of the output product.

Oristar – with leading experience in the field of supplying aluminum and non-ferrous metals – is committed to providing optimal – synchronous – reliable material solutions for all manufacturing industries.

Contact Oristar now for advice on choosing the most suitable aluminum code!

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