Aluminum Alloy Wire Rod Properties & Specification
Overview
Aluminum alloy wire rods are prized for their advantageous properties, such as lightweight, excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, high corrosion resistance, and ductility. These attributes make aluminum alloys versatile and essential in various industries. Aluminum is usually alloyed with elements like copper, zinc, magnesium, silicon, manganese, and lithium to enhance its mechanical properties. When exposed to air, aluminum forms a thin layer of oxide that protects the material from further oxidation and corrosion, contributing to its durability and longevity. Due to these properties, aluminum alloys are widely used in applications ranging from precision technology to everyday commodities.
Comparison of Alloy Designations for Aluminum Products
Alloy Series
Chinese Standard
American Standard
European Standard
1xxx Series
1050
1050
EN AW-1050A
1060
1060
EN AW-1060
1100
1100
EN AW-1100
1200
1200
EN AW-1200
1235
1235
EN AW-1235
2xxx Series
2014
2014
EN AW-2014
2017
2017
EN AW-2017A
2024
2024
EN AW-2024
3xxx Series
3003
3003
EN AW-3003
3004
3004
EN AW-3004
3105
3105
EN AW-3105
5xxx Series
5005
5005
EN AW-5005
5052
5052
EN AW-5052
5083
5083
EN AW-5083
5754
5754
EN AW-5754
6xxx Series
6005
6005
EN AW-6005
6060
6060
EN AW-6060
6061
6061
EN AW-6061
6063
6063
EN AW-6063
6082
6082
EN AW-6082
6463
6463
EN AW-6463
7xxx Series
7075
7075
EN AW-7075
Temper Designation (For Reference)
Temper
Definition
O
Annealed
T4
Solution heat-treated and naturally aged
T5
Cooled from an elevated temperature shaping process and then artificially aged
T6
Solution heat-treated and then artificially aged
H112
Slightly strain hardened from working at an elevated temperature or from a limited amount of cold work
Available Size Range
Dimension
Range
Outside Diameter
9~12mm
Application
Aluminum alloy wire rods are highly versatile and find applications across numerous industries. In the mechanical industry, they are used to manufacture bolts, nuts, nails, needles, rivets, clips, and staples. The excellent properties of aluminum alloy make it a preferred material in the bicycle industry, particularly for components and frames for racing and mountain bikes. Its lightweight nature combined with strength makes it ideal for these applications.
Chemical Composition (For Reference)
The chemical composition of aluminum alloy wire rods adheres to the specifications outlined by Chinese, American, and European standards. This ensures consistency and quality across different regions.
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