2011 Aluminum Bar
The 2011 aluminum bar is a high-strength, easily machinable aluminum alloy, particularly suitable for applications requiring high precision and smooth surfaces. It contains lead and bismuth, which promote chip breaking during the cutting process, generating small chips that allow for faster feed rates and extended tool life.
The 2011 aluminum bar can undergo anodizing to enhance corrosion resistance, making it suitable for use in harsh environments. These characteristics make it widely used in automatic screw machine parts and other mechanical components, especially in high-speed machining applications.
The 2011 aluminum bar is one of the most machinable alloys among common aluminum alloys, offering excellent mechanical properties. It is widely used in components that require extensive machining in automatic screw machines. It can be machined at high speeds with relatively large feed rates. Its corrosion resistance is good, and it possesses excellent hardness and strength.
Features of 2011 Aluminum Bar
- Mechanical Properties: The 2011 aluminum alloy has excellent tensile strength and yield strength, performing well under load, making it suitable for mechanical components.
- Cutting Performance: The addition of lead and bismuth results in small, easily broken chips, improving machining efficiency and reducing cutting forces, suitable for high-speed machining.
- Surface Quality: The surface of the 2011 aluminum bar is smooth and bright after machining, enhancing the product's appearance and performance.
- Corrosion Resistance: It can undergo anodizing treatment to enhance corrosion resistance, extending its lifespan.
- Machining Methods: It can be processed using traditional cutting, milling, and drilling methods, exhibiting good formability, suitable for machining complex shapes.
Below is a summary table of the characteristics of 2011 aluminum alloy:
| Characteristics | Description |
| Corrosion Resistance | Relatively poor; faces a higher risk of oxidation and corrosion in humid or corrosive environments. It is recommended to use coatings or other protective measures to extend its lifespan. |
| Formability/Machinability | The 2011 alloy has good formability and machinability, suitable for cutting, turning, milling, and other operations, making it ideal for manufacturing complex-shaped parts. |
| Heat Treatment | Heat treatment performance is average; although it can improve certain properties, the strength enhancement is limited compared to other aluminum alloys, and it is generally not relied upon for heat treatment. |
| Machining | The 2011 aluminum alloy has excellent machining performance, suitable for various machining operations, maintaining high machining efficiency, and resulting in good surface quality of the finished products. |
| Weldability | Poor weldability; welding strength is insufficient, and the welded joints are weak. It is not recommended for applications requiring welding, as special welding techniques and materials are needed. |
HC Aluminum hot selling aluminum 2011 bar products
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Aluminum Round Bar 2011 T3 Cold Finish
A round bar made from 2011 aluminum alloy, processed to T3 temper and featuring a cold-finished surface for improved precision and surface quality.
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2011 Aluminum Hex Bar
A hexagonal bar made from 2011 aluminum alloy, ideal for machining and fabrication applications due to its excellent machinability.
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2011 CF Aluminum Bar
A cold-finished bar made from 2011 aluminum alloy, offering enhanced surface quality and dimensional accuracy for machining.
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2011 T3 Aluminum Round Bar
A round bar of 2011 aluminum alloy in T3 temper, providing a balance of strength and workability suitable for various applications.
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2011 Aluminum Square Bar
A square bar made from 2011 aluminum alloy, designed for machining and structural applications where precise dimensions are required.
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2011 Aluminum Flat Bar
A flat bar made from 2011 aluminum alloy, ideal for applications requiring flat stock with good machinability and surface finish.
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2011 T3 Aluminum Bar
A bar made from 2011 aluminum alloy in T3 temper, offering improved strength and machinability for various engineering applications.
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2011 T6 Aluminum Bar
A bar made from 2011 aluminum alloy in T6 temper, providing high strength and enhanced machinability for demanding applications.
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2011 T8 Aluminum Bar
A bar made from 2011 aluminum alloy in T8 temper, delivering improved corrosion resistance and strength for specific engineering needs.
HC Aluminum 2011 aluminum bar parameter table
| Element | 2011 |
| Si | 0.4 |
| Fe | 0.7 |
| Cu | 5.0-6.0 |
| - | - |
| Mg | - |
| Cr | - |
| Ni | - |
| Zn | 0.3 |
| Bi | 0.20-0.6 |
| Pb | 0.20-0.6 |
| Sn | |
| Al | Remainder |
2011 Aluminum Bar Physical property
| Alloy | Temper | Tension strength Rp0.2/MPa | Yield strength Rm/MPa | Elongation A50mm/% |
| 2011 | T1 | ≥3 | ≥227 | ≥24.7 |
| T3 | ≥393 | ≥340 | ≥14.8 | |
| T8 | ≥426 | ≥346 | ≥12.7 |
Applications of 2011 Aluminum Bar
The 2011 aluminum bar is an aluminum alloy material with excellent mechanical properties and machinability, widely used across multiple industries, especially in applications requiring high precision and good wear resistance.
Automotive Fuel System Components
In automobile manufacturing, the 2011 aluminum bar is commonly used to produce components of fuel systems, such as fuel injectors and pump housings. These components require good corrosion resistance and strength to withstand the chemical nature of fuel and changes in operating conditions.
Automatic Screw Machine Parts
Due to its excellent cutting performance, the 2011 aluminum bar is widely used in the manufacturing of parts for automatic screw machines, such as guide rails, fixtures, and other precision components. These parts demand high precision and good surface finish to ensure smooth automated production.
Precision Gears
The 2011 aluminum alloy excels in the manufacturing of precision gears, meeting high strength and wear resistance requirements. These gears are commonly used in various machinery, such as robots and transmission systems.
Mechanical Parts
Due to its good machinability, the 2011 aluminum bar is suitable for manufacturing various mechanical parts, such as shafts, brackets, and connectors. These parts typically require complex machining processes, and the superior performance of 2011 aluminum enhances machining efficiency and product quality.
Television Components
In the consumer electronics field, the 2011 aluminum bar is used to manufacture television housings, brackets, and internal structural components. These parts not only require lightweight design but also need good heat dissipation and mechanical strength to ensure stable operation of electronic components.
Watch Parts
Watch manufacturing demands extremely high precision and meticulous machining. The 2011 aluminum bar is also applied in this field, especially in watch cases, strap connectors, and internal mechanical structures, providing the necessary strength and wear resistance.
Pipe Fittings
The 2011 aluminum bar can be used to manufacture various pipe fittings, such as joints and valves. These fittings require good sealing performance and corrosion resistance to ensure the safety and stability of pipe systems.
Camera Parts
In camera manufacturing, the 2011 aluminum bar is used to produce body frames and lens mounts. Its lightweight and high-strength characteristics help reduce the overall weight of the camera while maintaining structural stability.
Industrial Connectors
The 2011 aluminum alloy is also widely used in the manufacturing of industrial connectors, which need good conductivity and durability to ensure the reliability of electrical connections.
Speedometer Components
In speedometers for cars and motorcycles, the 2011 aluminum bar can be used to manufacture components like pointers and casings. Its superior machinability and surface finishing capabilities provide precise indication and good visual effects.
Common Questions About 2011 Aluminum Bar
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What is the difference between 6061 and 2011 aluminum?
The difference between 6061 and 2011 aluminum is that 6061 is a versatile alloy with good strength and corrosion resistance, while 2011 is a free-machining alloy with excellent machinability.
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What is aluminium grade 2011?
Aluminum grade 2011 is a free-machining alloy primarily used for precision machining applications.
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What is the equivalent of aluminium 2011?
The equivalent of aluminum 2011 is UNS A92011 or ISO AlMgSiPb.
