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7050 Aluminium

7050 Aluminium is a high-strength, heat-treatable alloy that offers excellent corrosion resistance, toughness, and stress corrosion cracking resistance. This makes it an ideal choice for aerospace applications, particularly in structural parts where strength and durability are critical. 7050 Aluminium is commonly used in the aerospace industry for applications such as fuselage frames, wing skins, and bulkheads. Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP, based in Khetwadi, Mumbai, India, specializes in the supply of high-quality 7050 Aluminium products, including sheets, plates, tubes, pipes, bars, angles, channels, and fittings. Our products are designed to meet stringent industry standards, ensuring high performance in demanding applications.

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Technical Specifications for 7050 Aluminium

Physical Properties

Property Value
Density 2.83 g/cm³
Melting Point 477 – 635 °C
Modulus of Elasticity 71.7 GPa
Thermal Expansion 23.6 x 10⁻⁶ /K
Thermal Conductivity 130 W/m·K
Specific Heat Capacity 870 J/kg·K

Mechanical Properties

Property Value (T7451 Temper)
Tensile Strength 510 MPa
Yield Strength 455 MPa
Elongation (%) 7-13%
Shear Strength 300 MPa
Hardness (Brinell) 150 HB

Electrical Properties

Property Value
Electrical Conductivity 30-40% IACS
Electrical Resistivity 0.051 μΩ·m

Optical Properties

Property Value
Reflectivity 70-80%
Surface Finish Bright, Matte, Polished

Thermal Properties

Property Value
Thermal Conductivity 130 W/m·K
Specific Heat Capacity 870 J/kg·K
Thermal Expansion 23.6 x 10⁻⁶ /K

Processing Properties

Property Value
Workability Good
Weldability Fair
Machinability Good
Anodizing Quality Fair
Corrosion Resistance Excellent

Component Elements Properties

Element Composition (%)
Aluminium (Al) Balance
Zinc (Zn) 5.7 – 6.7
Magnesium (Mg) 1.9 – 2.6
Copper (Cu) 2.0 – 2.6
Manganese (Mn) 0.1 max
Silicon (Si) 0.12 max
Chromium (Cr) 0.04 – 0.12
Iron (Fe) 0.15 max
Titanium (Ti) 0.06 max
Zirconium (Zr) 0.08 – 0.15

Product Specifications for 7050 Aluminium

Product Type Standards Sizes Types Applications
Sheets ASTM B209 0.5mm – 50mm thickness Cold Rolled, Hot Rolled Aerospace, Structural Applications
Plates ASTM B209 10mm – 200mm thickness Hot Rolled Fuselage Frames, Wing Skins, Bulkheads
Tubes ASTM B210 6mm – 300mm diameter Seamless, Welded Fluid Systems, Aerospace Applications
Pipes ASTM B241 10mm – 400mm diameter Seamless, Welded Piping Systems, Structural Components
Bars ASTM B211 6mm – 100mm diameter Round, Square, Flat Frames, Supports, Aerospace Components
Angles ASTM B221 25mm x 25mm – 150mm x 150mm Equal, Unequal Aerospace, Structural Framework
Channels ASTM B221 Custom sizes U-Channels, C-Channels Architectural, Structural Applications
Fittings ASTM B247 Custom sizes Elbows, Tees, Reducers Aerospace, Industrial Applications

Comparison: 7050 Aluminium vs 7075 Aluminium

Property 7050 Aluminium 7075 Aluminium
Tensile Strength 510 MPa 572 MPa
Yield Strength 455 MPa 503 MPa
Corrosion Resistance Excellent Fair
Machinability Good Good
Applications Aerospace, structural Aerospace, high-stress parts
Anodizing Quality Fair Good

For a free quote or to learn more about our range of Aluminium Sheets and Plates, Contact Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP today. Our team is ready to assist with tailored solutions for all your industrial needs.