Wide aluminum sheet plate
Wide aluminum sheet plates are vital industrial materials widely used across numerous sectors such as automotive, aerospace, marine, construction, and packaging. Thanks to their excellent combination of lightweight, strength, corrosion resistance, and versatility, these wide aluminum sheets meet demanding manufacturing and structural requirements.
Features of Wide Aluminum Sheet Plate
Wide aluminum sheet plates offer several advantages that make them preferable for diverse applications:
- Broad Dimensions: They typically cover widths ranging from 1000 mm up to 2500 mm or more, enabling large-format applications without the need for seams.
- Lightweight with High Strength: Aluminum's excellent strength-to-weight ratio reduces overall structure weight while retaining rigidity.
- Corrosion Resistance: Naturally forming aluminum oxide surface layer ensures durable protection in harsh environments.
- Excellent Formability: Suitable for rolling, bending, and stamping; supports precision fabrication.
- Thermal and Electrical Conductivity: Useful for heat exchangers and electrical components.
- Recyclable & Sustainable: Aluminum is 100% recyclable without loss of quality, promoting green manufacturing.
- Surface Finish: Available in mill finish, anodized, painted, embossed, or coated for improved aesthetics and corrosion resistance.
Chemical Composition
Wide aluminum sheets are often made from popular alloys tailored for specific properties, for example, 1xxx (pure aluminum), 3xxx (manganese alloy), 5xxx (magnesium alloy), or 6xxx series (magnesium and silicon).
Below is a typical chemical composition table for an Aluminum 5052 alloy sheet, favored for superior corrosion resistance and medium strength:
| Element | Composition (% by Weight) |
|---|---|
| Aluminum (Al) | Balance (≥97.25) |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 2.2 - 2.8 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.15 - 0.35 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 0.1 |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.4 |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.1 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.25 |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.1 |
| Titanium (Ti) | ≤ 0.03 |
| Others | Each ≤ 0.05, Total ≤ 0.15 |
Technical Specifications
Wide aluminum sheets come with various specifications customizable by thickness, width, temper, and finish to meet industrial needs.
| Parameter | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 1000 mm – 2500 mm | Wider sizes may be possible on request |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm – 20 mm | Sheet thickness varies by alloy and use |
| Length | Up to 6000 mm+ (cut to size) | Customized lengths available |
| Temper | O, H14, H16, H18, H32, T3 | Controls strength and ductility |
| Density | ~2.68 g/cm³ | Standard for aluminum alloys |
| Tensile Strength | 190 - 290 MPa | Depends on alloy and temper |
| Surface Finish | Mill finish, anodized, embossed, painted | Options influence corrosion and aesthetics |
| Flatness | ≤1.0 mm/m | Ensures surface quality and dimensional stability |
Applications of Wide Aluminum Sheet Plates
Wide aluminum sheet plates’ adaptability to different cycles of processing makes them essential in several industries:
| Industry | Examples of Applications |
|---|---|
| Automotive | Body panels, heat shields, chassis components, roof panels |
| Aerospace | Aircraft fuselage, structural parts, seat frames |
| Shipbuilding/Marine | Hull plating, deckhouses, structural reinforcements |
| Construction | Curtain walls, roofing panels, window frames |
| Packaging | Food and beverage cans, blister packs, foil wrappings |
| Electrical & Electronics | Enclosures, heat sinks, printed circuit board covers |
| Consumer Goods | Appliances housings, decorative panels, furniture components |
