jps
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| posted on 6/2/14 at 09:55 PM |
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Which grade of aluminium for interior...
I've tried with the search function as I'm sure I've seen it detailed on a post somewhere, but just cannot track it down.
what grade aluminium is suitable for interior panels, I.e. behind the seats, round the tunnel, etc?
I know the book says 'half hard' which seems to be H4 in alu supply speak, but what about the 1xxx, 2xxx, 3xxxx choices...?
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Davey D
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| posted on 7/2/14 at 08:07 AM |
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1xxx series is pure aluminium, and the softest, and cheapest. no good for body panels
i would go for a 5xxx, or 6xxx grade as they have good general corrosion resistance, and good workability
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jps
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| posted on 14/2/14 at 08:10 AM |
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cheers Dave, just giving this a bump in case anyone else comments ( not that I don't believe you, but I do like triangulation for a
decision!)
also, does having a 5xxx or 6xxx grade mean its unnecessary to specify it as 'half hard'?
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iank
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| posted on 14/2/14 at 08:26 AM |
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Get the PDF from here http://www.aalco.co.uk/datasheets/Aluminium-Alloy_Specifications_42.ashx
It goes into what all the numbers mean. I've found the easiest to get is 5251 H22 which in old numbers was NS4 H3
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Jenko
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| posted on 14/2/14 at 09:18 AM |
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CARBON FIBRE GRADE :-)
MY BLOG - http://westfieldv8.blogspot.co.uk/
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iank
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| posted on 14/2/14 at 09:53 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Jenko
CARBON FIBRE GRADE :-)
 Another option if not going for aluminium, is aluminium composite as used for exterior signage. e.g. dibond
Much stiffer than aluminium for the same weight.
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