AVIATIONEU NEW ERA Bars/Rods from 2000 Series Aluminum Alloys
Bars/rods from 2000 series aluminum alloys are offered in different shapes (cross sections) such as round, rectangular, hexagonal or square, as part of our own labelled (AVIATIONEU NEW ERA) product lines in different aluminum grades with or without heat treatment (O) (see temper designators) in imperial (inch) or (mm) systems. They are intended for use in different industries, from packaging production, and mold making to aerospace, automotive, motorsports, shipbuilding, defense equipment, and other applications. They comply with aerospace or industrial standards such as ASTM B209 specifying chemical composition and mechanical properties, Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) AMS 4037, and AMS-QQ-A-250/4 and others.
AVIATIONEU NEW ERA bars/rods are offered in Aerospace quality with premium materials, rigorous processes, & extensive testing under strict quality management systems, and Commercial quality (separately listed), emphasizing on cost-effectiveness. They can be supplied in different inch or metric dimensions (sizes) in standard pre cut or cut to order lengths, in pieces or in bulk quantities in US or Metric tons, with Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) 1 ton. Depending on customer requirements and destination, different trasport modes (such as air, sea or road transport) are offered. If size(s) of ordered metals are not in stock, the approximate lead time for shipping is usually 1-2 months from ordering depending on the ordered quantity.
Those from 2007 aluminum grade are made from a blend of high copper content, magnesium, and lead unique making them suitable for quick machining and threading jobs. Used mostly for machine parts, bolts and nuts, and threaded components. Those from 2014 aluminum alloy (the second most popular alloy in its series, just after 2024) are known for their strength, toughness and machinability. Used in the manufacturing of machine and aerospace parts, and in buildings. The 2017 aluminum alloy bars/rods are strong, easy to bend, and simple to shape. They can resist rust, and feature good ductility and machinability. Used for aircraft and construction parts. Their 2019 aluminum alloy counterparts feature a high copper content making them less resistant to damage from corrosion compared to alloys from the 5000 and 7000 series. However, they exhibit high strength and good heat resistance and they are used in applications in the aerospace industry and in buildings.
The most popular 2024 alloy aluminium bars/rods, with copper as the primary alloying element, are used in applications requiring high strength to weight ratio, as well as those demanding good fatigue resistance, weldablility and average machinability. Typical applications include structural and other components in Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Sports, Marine & other industries. Wing skins, body panels, support arms, knuckles, wheel axles, bicycle frames, hulls and masts, ladders, railing, & fasteners are some examples.
2024-O (Annealed), and 2024-T3, 2024-T351, 2024-T4 and 2024-T6 are common tempers of bars/rods supplied in 2024 Grade heat treated aluminum alloys. They are variants of the same material and share alloy composition and many physical properties, but develop different mechanical properties as a result of their different production processing.
The 2024-O temper Aluminum alloy undergoes annealing without subsequent heat treatment. This results in a softer material with lower strength compared to heat-treated variants. While it offers excellent ductility, its resistance to high temperatures is less optimal, making it suitable for applications where high temperature resistance is not a primary requirement.
The 2024-T3 temper Aluminum alloy is solution heat-treated cold worked, and naturally aged. It offers good tensile and yield strength along with excellent fatigue resistance.Suitable for applications requiring high strength and good fracture toughness where dimensional stability is not the primary concern. 2024-T351 Aluminum alloy is also solution heat-treated but undergoes a controlled stretching operation to eliminate residual stresses before natural aging. This stretching process results in improved dimensional stability and more uniform internal stress distribution. While 2024-T3 alloy may have slightly higher strength values from 2024-T351, the 2024-T351 temper's stress-relief process makes it preferable for high-precision applications where dimensional accuracy and stability are critical, such as certain aerospace components. 2024-T3 alloy retains these stresses from cold work.
The 2024-T4 temper Aluminum alloy is solution heat-treated and naturally aged. This condition enhances the alloy’s strength and makes it more resistant to temperatures ranging from 150°C to 250°C. It is often chosen for structural components in aerospace applications due to its balanced mechanical properties and improved thermal resistance.
The 2024-T6 temper Aluminum alloy undergoes solution heat treatment followed by artificial aging, resulting in the highest strength and hardness among the temper conditions. Although 2024-T6 has superior mechanical properties, its temperature resistance is similar to 2024-T4, but it may be more prone to thermal degradation at very high temperatures due to its increased hardness and strength.
Please refer to the supplied comparison charts of these tempers.
All AVIATIONEU NEW ERA metals are supplied free from oil stains, dents, inclusions, scratches, oxide discolorations, corrosion, or other defects and carefully packaged for protection during their transportation.
For additional information, please refer to our supplied documentation or contact us for a quotation.