1. What is anodized aluminum tube 2024 5005 5052 5083 6061 7075
The so-called anodizing of aluminum is an electrolytic oxidation process in which the surface of aluminum and aluminum alloys is usually transformed into an oxide film, which has protective, decorative, and other functional properties. Based on this definition, the anodization of aluminum only includes the process of generating an anodized film.
Aluminum and its alloys are placed in corresponding electrolytes (such as sulfuric acid, chromic acid, oxalic acid, etc.) as anodes, and electrolysis is performed under specific conditions and applied current. The aluminum or its alloy of the anode is oxidized, forming an aluminum oxide on the surface A thin layer, its thickness is 5 to 20 microns, and hard anodized film can reach 60 to 200 microns. Anodized aluminum or its alloys have improved hardness and wear resistance, up to 250-500 kg/square millimeter, good heat resistance, the melting point of the hard anodized film is as high as 2320K, excellent insulation, and impact resistance The breakdown voltage is as high as 2000V, which enhances the corrosion resistance and does not corrode after thousands of hours in ω=0.03NaCl salt spray.
The micropores in the thin oxide film layer have a great adsorption capacity and can be tinted into a variety of lovely and vibrant hues. The film is appropriate for manufacturing engine cylinders and other wear-resistant parts because of its huge number of micropores. Aluminum, magnesium, and their alloys, among others, are examples of non-ferrous metals or their alloys that can be anodized. This process is widely utilized in the manufacture of mechanical components, automotive, aerospace, and radio equipment, as well as daily requirements and architectural ornamentation.
Why anodize:
Surface treatment technology has become an essential component of the use of aluminum alloys in order to address the shortcomings of aluminum alloy surface hardness, wear resistance, and other properties; anodizing technology is currently the most popular and effective form of this technology.
2. Chemical composition of anodized aluminum tube 7075
| Element | Fe | Si | Mn | Cr | Cu | Ti | Zn | Mg | Other single | Total other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum value | - | - | - | 0.18 | 1.2 | - | 5.1 | 2.1 | - | - |
| Maximum value | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.28 | 2 | 0.2 | 6.1 | 2.9 | 0.05 | 0.15 |
3. Mechanical properties of anodized aluminum tube 7075
| Thickness t in. | Heat treatment or condition | Tensile strength σb ksi | Yield point σs ksi | Elongation or elongation after break δ % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.015~0.499 | O | ≥40.04 | ≥21.04 | ≥10 |
| 0.5~2 | O | ≥40.04 | - | ≥10 |
| 0.008~0.011 | T6 and T62 | ≥74 | ≥63 | ≥5 |
| 0.012~0.039 | T6 and T62 | ≥76 | ≥67 | ≥7 |
| 0.04~0.125 | T6 and T62 | ≥78 | ≥68 | ≥8 |
| 0.126~0.249 | T6 and T62 | ≥78 | ≥69 | ≥8 |
| 0.250~0.499 | T651 and T62 | ≥78 | ≥67 | ≥9 |
| 0.5~1 | T651 and T62 | ≥78 | ≥68 | ≥7 |
| 1.001~2 | T651 and T62 | ≥77 | ≥67 | ≥6 |
| 2.001~2.5 | T651 and T62 | ≥76 | ≥64 | ≥5 |
| 2.501~3 | T651 and T62 | ≥72 | ≥61 | ≥5 |
| 3.001~3.50 | T651 and T62 | ≥71 | ≥58 | ≥5 |
| 3.501~ 4 | T651 and T62 | ≥67 | ≥54 | ≥3 |
| 0.040~0.249 | T73 | ≥67 | ≥56 | ≥8 |
| 0.25~1 | T7351 | ≥69 | ≥57 | ≥7 |
| 1.001~2 | T7351 | ≥69 | ≥57 | ≥6 |
| 2.001~2.5 | T7351 | ≥66 | ≥52 | ≥6 |
| 2.501~3 | T7351 | ≥64 | ≥49 | ≥6 |
| 3.001~3.5 | T7351 | ≥63 | ≥48 | ≥6 |
| 3.501~4 | T7351 | ≥61 | ≥48 | ≥6 |
4. Physical properties of anodized aluminum tube 7075
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Density | 2.7 g/cm3 | 0.0975 lb/in3 |
| Melting point | 588°C | 1090°F |
5. Specifications of anodized aluminum tube
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| Product Name | Anodized aluminum Tube |
| Product series | OEM&ODM custom Industrial Aluminum Extrusion Profile, Heat Sink, Aluminium Tube, Aluminium bar, Aluminium plate, etc. |
| Industry application | Rail transit, automobile, electronics, electrics, and other industries |
| Order operating process | Drawings Confirmation→ mould fabrication→sample confirmation →surface treatment →mass manufacturing→ quality inspection →packingand delivery |
| Material | 1. Common material Alloy 6000 series, 6005, 6063, 6061, 6082; Temper T4/T5/T6 available; Alloy Series 2000, 3000, 5000 and 7000 series 2. Many other series are also available based on customers' requirement |
| Surface Treatment | Mill Finish, Anodizing, Powder Coating etc.. |
| Inspection | 1. Foundry in-house: 100% inspection on critical dimension; 100% on appearance. 2. Third Party inspection available upon requirement. |
| Standards | ASTM AISI AMS JIS EN GB |
| Supply Ability | 30,000 tons every year |
| Delivery time | Normally 15-30 days after the deposit |
| Place of Origin | Shanghai, China |
| Payment | 30% deposit and 70% balance before container loading |
| Certificate | CE, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, IATF16949 |
| Molding and sample sending | 1. Using current molds in stock without any fee; 2. Using the customer's drawing, opening mold under 100% mold charges, then mold fee refunding to the customer after meeting refundingMOQ. 3. The sample will be sent after the freight is collected |
| Lead Time | Short delivery time |
| Business experience | More than 20 years experience in the aluminum extrusion industry, rich cooperating experience with top brands within China and abroad, qualified aluminum profile supplier of CRRC (China), Westinghouse Electric(USA), Knorr-Bremse(Germany) |
| Services | 1. Help customers to open new mold 2. Help customers to design and revise suitable drawings 3. Precision cutting and bending service is provided 4. CNC machining such as drilling, milling, and punching is provided 5. Self-owned warehouse with 20,000.00 ton aluminum products stock is ready for delivery |
6. Applications and characteristics of anodized aluminum tube
1. Uses of anodized aluminum
By creating an oxide film on its surface, the electrochemical machining process of anodizing aluminum enhances the characteristics of aluminum and its alloys. This film is highly utilized in the following industries because of its exceptional qualities, including high hardness, corrosion resistance, decoration, and insulation:
Anodized aluminum can be machined to improve the mechanical characteristics, surface quality, and aesthetic effects of a variety of mechanical parts and casings.
Electronic and electrical appliances: To improve their insulation, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic quality, anodized aluminum can be used to produce the parts and casings for these appliances.
Architectural decoration: Building components and decorations can be made from anodized aluminum to add decorative effects and corrosion resistance.
Other applications: Anodized aluminum is also employed in the production of aluminum products' oxide coatings, protective layers, electrolysis devices, etc.
2. Advantages and disadvantages of anodized aluminum
advantage:
enhances the processability while increasing the hardness and wear resistance of aluminum and its alloys.
The generated oxide film has strong corrosion and oxidation resistance and can serve as both a protective and aesthetic layer.
Aluminum and its alloys retain their original shape and look after being anodized.
can be used on surfaces of different shapes and sizes made of aluminum and its alloys.
shortcoming:
Aluminum and its alloys' surfaces become more rough after anodizing, necessitating post-processing.
Only locations rich in aluminum may generate the anodized aluminum oxide coating; other metals cannot be coated with it.
Under some chemical and physical circumstances, the oxide film is readily destroyed and brittle; therefore, it must be strengthened or the proper materials and techniques must be chosen.
3. Precautions
The following things must be taken into consideration while working with anodized aluminum: Depending on the material's characteristics and needs, choose the correct electrolyte and electrolysis conditions. To guarantee a stable and uniform oxide coating, parameters are closely controlled during the electrolysis process. Anodizing aluminum materials with a high surface quality calls for the use of the proper passivating chemicals and pretreatment techniques. You must be aware of the safety and environmental requirements of the electrolysis process when utilizing anodized aluminum for surface treatment in order to avoid contamination and harm.
7. Main aluminum alloy product brand list
| China | ISO（EU） | Japan | India | Russia | EN（Europe） | Germany | France | U.K. | USA |
| 2A11(LY11) | Al Cu4MgSi | A2017 | 24534 | д1/1110 | 2017/A92017 | ||||
| 2B11(LY8) | AlCu5MgSi(A) | A2017A | д1п/1111 | AlCuMg1/3.1325 | 2017A(A-U4G) | 2017A | |||
| 2A12(LY12) | AlCu4MgSi1 | A2024 | 24530 | д16/1160 | EN AW-2024/AlCu4Mg1 | AlCuMg2/3.1355 | 2024(A-U4G1) | 2024 | |
| 2B12(LY9) | A2024 | д16/1160 | 2024/A92024 | ||||||
| 2A14(LD10) | AlCu4MgSi | A2014 | 24345 | AK8/1380 | EN AW-2014/AlCu4Mg | AlCuSiMn/3.1255 | 2014(A-U4SG) | 2014(H15) | 2014/A92014 |
| 2A70(LD7) | A2618 | AK4-1/1141 | 2618/A92618 | ||||||
| 2014 | AlCu4SiMg | A2014 | 24345 | AK8/1380 | EN AW-2014/AlCu4SiMg | AlCuSiMn/3.1255 | 2014(A-U4SG) | 2014(H15) | 2014/A92014 |
| 2014A | AlCu4SiMg(A) | A2014A | EN AW-2014/AlCu4SiMg(A) | 2014A | |||||
| 2017 | AlCu4MgSi | A2017 | д1/1110 | 2017/A92017 | |||||
| 2017A | AlCu4MgSi(A) | A2017A | 24534 | AK21/1120 | EN AW-2017A/AlCu4MgSi(A) | AlCuMg1/3.1325 | 2017A(A-U4G) | 2017A/A92017 | |
| 2024 | AlCu4Mg1 | A2024 | 24530 | д16/1160 | EN AW-2024/AlCu4Mg1 | AlCuMg2/3.1355 | 2024(A-U4G1) | 2024/A92024 | |
| A2618 | EN AW-2618/AlCu2Mg1.5Ni | 2618A(A-U2GN) | 2618A | ||||||
| 5A02(LF2) | AlMg2.5 | A5052 | AMr2/1520 | EN AW-5052/AlMn2.5 | AlMg2.5/3.3523 | 5052(A-G2.5C) | 5052(NS4) | 5052/A95052 | |
| 5A05(LF5) | AlMg5Mn1 | A5056 | AMг5/1550 | EN AW-5019/AlMg5 | AlMg5/3.3555 | 5456(A56S) | 5456/A95456 | ||
| 5B05(LF10) | AlMg5Cr | A5056 | 55000 | AMr5п/1551 | 5056/A95056 | ||||
| 5005 | AlMg1(B) | A5005 | 51000-A | AMr1/1510 | EN AW-5005/AlMg1(B) | 5005(A-G0.6) | 5005(N41) | 5005/A95005 | |
| 5052 | AlMg2.5 | A5052 | AMr2/1520 | EN AW-5052/AlMg2.5 | AlMg2.5/3.3523 | 5052(A-G2.5C) | 5052(2L55) | 5052/A95052 | |
| 5083(LF4) | AlMg4.5Mn0.7 | A5083 | 54300 | EN AW-5083/AlMg4.5Mn0.7 | 5083(A-G4.5MC) | 5083(NT8) | 5083/A95083 | ||
| 5086 | AlMg4 | A5086 | AMr4/1540 | EN AW-5086/AlMg4 | AlMg4Mn/3.3545 | 5086(A-G4MC) | 5086/A95086 | ||
| 6061(LD30) | AlSi1MgCu | A6061 | 65032 | Aд33/1330 | EN AW-6061/AlMg1SiCu | AlMgSi1Cu/3.2311 | 6061(A-GSUC) | 6061(N20/H20) | 6061/A96061 |
| 6101 | E-AlMgSi | A6101 | EN AW-6101A/E-AlMgSi | E-AlMgSi0.5/3.2207 | 6101/A96101 | ||||
| 7A09(LC9) | AlZn5.5MgCu | A7075 | 76528 | B95/1950 | EN AW-7075/AlZn5.5MgCu | AlZnMgCu1.5/3.4365 | 7075(A-Z5GU) | 7075(C77S) | 7075/A97075 |
| 7075 | AlZn5.5MgCu | A7075 | 76528 | B95/1950 | EN AW-7075/AlZn5.5MgCu | AlZnMgCu1.5/3.4365 | 7075(A-Z5GU) | 7075(C77S) | 7075/A97075 |
