2017 Aluminum Bar

2017 aluminum bar is a hard aluminum alloy primarily alloyed with copper, belonging to the 2xxx series of aluminum alloys. Its notable features include high strength and excellent machinability, though its corrosion resistance is relatively poor, often requiring anodizing treatment to improve its corrosion resistance.

2017 Aluminum Bar Characteristics

• 1. High Strength: 2017 aluminum bar has excellent strength, making it suitable for structural components and equipment parts that need to withstand high loads.
• 2. Good Machinability: This alloy has outstanding machinability, making it ideal for high-precision machining, which is highly valued in industries requiring complex parts manufacturing.
• 3. Poor Corrosion Resistance: The corrosion resistance of 2017 aluminum alloy is relatively low, especially in humid or corrosive environments, so anodizing or other surface treatments are commonly used to enhance its corrosion resistance.
• 4. Heat Treatable: 2017 aluminum alloy can be significantly strengthened through heat treatment (such as T4 and T451 tempers), offering good heat treatability.

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• 2017 T4/T451 Aluminum Round Bar

  This is a round bar made from 2017 aluminum alloy, which is heat-treated to the T4 or T451 temper. T4 indicates solution heat treatment followed by natural aging, while T451 involves artificial aging, enhancing strength and ductility.

• 2017 T4/T451 Aluminum Hex Bar

  Similar to the round bar, this hexagonal bar is made from 2017 aluminum alloy in the T4 or T451 temper, providing good machinability and mechanical properties suitable for various applications.

• 2017 T6 Aluminum Bar

  This bar is made from 2017 aluminum alloy in the T6 temper, which involves solution heat treatment followed by aging. It offers a higher strength compared to T4 and is commonly used in structural applications.

• 2017 Cold Drawn Aluminum Bar

  This bar undergoes a cold drawing process, which reduces its diameter and increases its strength through strain hardening. The cold drawn process typically results in a smoother finish and tighter tolerances.

• 2017 Extruded Aluminum Bar

  This bar is produced through the extrusion process, where the 2017aluminum alloy is forced through a die to create a specific shape. It retains good mechanical properties and is often used in construction and manufacturing.

• 2017 Aluminum Square Bar

  A square-shaped bar made from 2017 aluminum alloy, offering similar properties to other shapes. It is versatile for machining and fabrication in various applications.

• 2017 Aluminum Flat Bar

  This flat bar has a rectangular cross-section and is used in applications requiring flat stock. It is easy to cut, weld, and machine, making it suitable for a wide range of projects.

• Aluminium 2017 Threaded Bar

  This bar features threads along its length, allowing for easy fastening and connection in assemblies. It is often used in mechanical applications where strong, lightweight components are required.

• Aluminium Alloy 2017 Hot Finish Bar

  This bar is produced with a hot finishing process, which can enhance its mechanical properties and surface finish. It's typically used in applications where high strength is required.

• 2017 Aluminium Hot Rolled Round Bar

  This round bar is produced through hot rolling, a process that involves deforming the metal at high temperatures. This method improves ductility and can help achieve desired dimensions.

• Aluminium 2017 Cold Rolled Round Bar

  This bar is produced through cold rolling, resulting in tighter tolerances and a better surface finish. Cold rolling increases strength through work hardening and is often used in precision applications.

• 2017 Aluminium Forged Bar

  This bar is made by forging, a process that involves shaping the aluminum alloy using compressive forces. Forged bars typically exhibit superior mechanical properties due to the alignment of the grain structure.

HC Aluminum 2017 T4, T451, T6 aluminum bars comply with specifications such as ASTM B221, ASTM B211, ASTM B316, AMS 4118, AMS-QQ-A-225/5, AMS QQ-A-200/9, UNS A92017, EN573, EN485, and JIS H4040.

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2017 Aluminum Bar Applications

1. 2017 Aerospace Aluminum Bar

2017 aluminum bar has good strength and fatigue resistance, making it ideal for manufacturing critical aircraft structural components. Due to the aerospace industry's demand for high strength and lightweight materials, 2017 aluminum bars are widely used in aircraft structural parts, propeller components, and high-stress fasteners and frameworks. It meets the high strength requirements and offers excellent machinability, which is why it is also commonly used for fuselage skins and internal support components.

2. Transportation Vehicles

2017 aluminum bar is used in the manufacturing of load-bearing and structural components such as frames and chassis in automobiles and trains. The combination of its lightweight and high strength significantly reduces vehicle weight, improving fuel efficiency, and it is widely applied in high-speed trains and long-distance transportation vehicles. Its excellent machinability and corrosion resistance ensure long-term durability in harsh environments.

3. 2017 Aluminum Bar for Building Structures

In the construction industry, 2017 aluminum bars are used to produce high-strength structural components such as supports, beams, and columns. Thanks to its superior mechanical properties, it can withstand heavy loads and has good corrosion resistance, making it suitable for indoor and outdoor high-strength support structures, especially in architectural designs that require both lightweight and durability.

4. Propeller Components and Accessories

The excellent machinability of 2017 aluminum bars makes them an ideal material for manufacturing propeller components and accessories. Its hardness and fatigue resistance ensure high-precision machining, allowing stability under high-speed rotation and extreme conditions. Additionally, 2017 aluminum's good thermal conductivity helps improve mechanical efficiency and durability.