From what I've read in the past you can weld dissimilar aluminum alloys with FSW but the effectiveness depends on the stir rotation of the weld. Basically, a tool spins and the friction extrudes the material into one solid-state seam. Which way the tool spins in either the advancing side or retreating side of the seam has an effect on how well the materials mix when welded. Unfortunately, I'm not sure about those 2 alloys specifically, which would need to be on the advancing side and which on the retreating side to have the best mix in the weld.
hi, can this material be reshaped and welded back together into a motorcycle engine, for example like making a new membrane housing and reattaching it to the engine?
Hi there, that is an extremely unique use case and unfortunately don't have the answer. However, if you do try it out let us know! It is a very formable and weldable material you can work it into a variety of different housing applications.
I have sample of aluminum. But I don't the grade of aluminum. How can I identify the grade of aluminum alloy.Is there any methods to identify the grades? Please can you tell me.
TLDR: If it is an important project, buy new material with certifications. The other options can be pricey or unreliable. Not sure if there is any way to truly identify the material alloy/temper outside of XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) tests. Those, however, can cost up to $10,000, which way outweighs the value of knowing the grade/alloy. Based on the shape there are certain probabilities: If you have pipe and you cannot bend it, it is usually 6061-T6 or 6063-T6 . If you have pipe and you can bend it is usually 6063-T42 or T52. Common extrusions are 6063-T52 or 6061-T6, both weld well with 40-43 the most common filler wire. All aluminum age hardens, so that is an additional factor to think about, a T3 or T52 hardness today might be something else five years down the road or less. So although you get away with bending it new, it will not bend old. 7075 can go as hard as T8, and will actually stand up to brass. Additionally, 6061-0 material, can be heat treated, and hardened by local shops. So you never know for sure. 2024 doesn't weld right with 40-43 filler, and can be detrimental if not marked correctly.
Hi, I am creating an enclosure to display 2 of my products using 5052 aluminium. I am send this to be machined. I plan to use 16gauge mainly and 12 gauge for the supports. Would this be recommended, both the grade and also the gauge? Tom
Hi Tom, I would recommend reaching out to our sales team via email at sales@onlinemetals.com with this type of inquiry so you can give them more details on your project.
Please, can you know the aluminum alloy used in the manufacture of windows and kitchens?
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Can we weld AA3003 alloy with AA5052 alloy by usinf Friction Stir Welding ? Waiting for your answer.....Thank you
From what I've read in the past you can weld dissimilar aluminum alloys with FSW but the effectiveness depends on the stir rotation of the weld. Basically, a tool spins and the friction extrudes the material into one solid-state seam. Which way the tool spins in either the advancing side or retreating side of the seam has an effect on how well the materials mix when welded. Unfortunately, I'm not sure about those 2 alloys specifically, which would need to be on the advancing side and which on the retreating side to have the best mix in the weld.
hi, can this material be reshaped and welded back together into a motorcycle engine, for example like making a new membrane housing and reattaching it to the engine?
Hi there, that is an extremely unique use case and unfortunately don't have the answer. However, if you do try it out let us know! It is a very formable and weldable material you can work it into a variety of different housing applications.
I have sample of aluminum. But I don't the grade of aluminum. How can I identify the grade of aluminum alloy.Is there any methods to identify the grades? Please can you tell me.
TLDR: If it is an important project, buy new material with certifications. The other options can be pricey or unreliable.
Not sure if there is any way to truly identify the material alloy/temper outside of XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) tests. Those, however, can cost up to $10,000, which way outweighs the value of knowing the grade/alloy.
Based on the shape there are certain probabilities:
If you have pipe and you cannot bend it, it is usually 6061-T6 or 6063-T6
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If you have pipe and you can bend it is usually 6063-T42 or T52.
Common extrusions are 6063-T52 or 6061-T6, both weld well with 40-43 the most common filler wire.
All aluminum age hardens, so that is an additional factor to think about, a T3 or T52 hardness today might be something else five years down the road or less. So although you get away with bending it new, it will not bend old.
7075 can go as hard as T8, and will actually stand up to brass.
Additionally, 6061-0 material, can be heat treated, and hardened by local shops. So you never know for sure.
2024 doesn't weld right with 40-43 filler, and can be detrimental if not marked correctly.
@@onlinemetals thank you sir
Thank you!! Can you anodise 5052 aluminum?
Yes, you can anodize 5052! It's mostly used for architectural purposes. However we only sell 5005 and 6063 anodized product.
Hi, I am creating an enclosure to display 2 of my products using 5052 aluminium. I am send this to be machined. I plan to use 16gauge mainly and 12 gauge for the supports. Would this be recommended, both the grade and also the gauge? Tom
Hi Tom, I would recommend reaching out to our sales team via email at sales@onlinemetals.com with this type of inquiry so you can give them more details on your project.
Is 3/8" thick 5052 aluminum material RoHS compliant?
Yes, it is RoHS compliant. Due to the chemistry makeup, if it isn't RoHS compliant it isn't actually 5052. Great question!
Thank you!
Is the 3003 good for cooking?
Yes, it is good for cooking due to its stain resistance and durability. Can't wait to see what you are making!
Sir how can we differentiate aluminium 6061 vs aluminium 6063 ? Please make detailed video with all their characteristics of the asked alloy
we sell more about 6061 T651