7075 Aluminum Plate

High-Grade 7075 Aluminum on Offer Here

Aluminum alloy 7075, which was initially developed entirely in secret and used in the production of aircraft for the Imperial Japanese Navy during WWII, has remained the mainstay 7XXX series alloy for aerospace and aircraft industries since its introduction into the United States market by Alcoa in 1943.

The main alloying element in 7075 is zinc. 7075 was the first Al-Zn-Mg-Cu high-strength alloy that utilized the addition of chromium as an alloying element, resulting in good stress-corrosion cracking resistance for sheet products. Although 7075 Aluminum has no weldability, a low level of corrosion resistance and only offers average performance this alloy offers considerable fatigue strength. With a high strength-to-density ratio, 7075 alloys are often used in applications such as rock climbing equipment, hang glider airframes, and military rifles. Not surprisingly, 7075 aluminum is still considered the go-to alloy for the aircraft and aerospace industries today.

If you are looking for 7075 T651 aluminum we are here for you. With more than ninety years of successful metals distribution under our belt, the aluminum experts at Howard Precision Metals have acquired a wealth of knowledge regarding the properties of aluminum and truly understand how aluminum will perform when used in a wide range of industries. We are the preferred 7075 aluminum plate suppliers for a number of aircraft and aerospace companies, as well as providing 7075 T6 aluminum to companies in the engineering, energy, automotive and construction industries. No matter what the nature of your project, we have the 7075 T651 aluminum for sale that you need.

7075 aluminum is well-known for its fatigue resistance. An economical choice for applications where frequent movement, pressure changes or other stresses are likely to be a regular feature, the 7075 aluminum alloy is a preferred choice for everything from bicycle parts to firearms.

7075 Aluminum Applications

In terms of strength, 7075 Aluminum is near the top of the list among aluminum alloys manufactured for the needs of consumer and industrial markets. Among other 7XXX alloys, alloy 7075 exists as a standard with a solid mix of properties suitable for aircraft and aerospace applications. In particular, this alloy utilized in various forms, including as 7075 aluminum bar, is well-suited for use in parts that endure high stress levels. The strength properties of alloy 7075 are beneficial for the manufacture of items such as aircraft structures, military grade rifles, bicycle parts and equipment, and plastic industry molds.

7075 T651 Aluminum

An aluminum alloy best suited for aerospace and aviation applications is 7075 T651. This tempered alloy has a high tensile strength which makes it particularly applicable for certain high-strength applications.

7075 T6 Sheet and Other Aluminum Components Made to Your Exact Requirements

As well as offering a selection of products which are ready for immediate use, we also offer high-speed, precision sawing of all our aluminum products and can hold tolerances as close as ±.005”. With more aluminum saws under one roof than any other aluminum distributor in the Mid-west, our company has sufficient capacity to deliver larger orders within a tight time frame. Because we are niche specialists in the aluminum market, we heavily invest in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of our equipment in addition to employing only the very best, highly-skilled, operators. This intense focus on our equipment and our team allows us to provide only premium results.

Sizes Available and Specs

At Howard Precision, we stock 7075 aluminum in thicknesses ranging from .125” and up through 8.0” thicknesses. Master widths are available in 48.5” or 60.5”, and are both widths are stocked in lengths of 144.5”. All of our 7075 T651 aluminum plate meets ASTM B209, QQA 250/12, and AMS 4045 specifications. All pieces of aluminum supplied to you by Howard Precision Metals is certified and fully traceable back to the master plate. Please ask us about specific plates and compliance issues with any specialty aircraft or specific industry specifications.

7050 T7451

In addition to stocking 7075 T6 and 7075 T651 aluminum, we also offer various thicknesses of 7050 T7451. Please inquire about availability of 7050 aluminum with one of our aluminum experts today.

Purchasing 7075 Aluminum

You may fill out our Request a Quote form to purchase Alloy 7075. If you need more information on 7075 Aluminum, download our Alloy 7075 brochure PDF document.

We can process special alloy orders quickly. Simply fill out our form and receive a quote from one of our knowledgeable aluminum experts.

Contact us today at (800) 444-0311 for more information about our stock of 7075 aluminum 7075 aluminum bar, plate, and sheet.

FAQ

7075-T651 aluminum is a specific type of alloy which is formulated with mainly zinc but also chromium. The T-651 designate the Temper of this alloy. The temper is based on the sequences of basic treatments use to produce the various tempers, typically heat treatment. T-6 indicates the product is solution heat treated then artificially aged. The additional digits 51 indicate the material has been stretched after aging or cooling. 7075 aluminum alloy which has particularly high tensile strength is obtained through the combination of alloying elements and heat treatments.
7075-T651 aluminum is well-known for its high level of fatigue resistance. It is also very strong and performs well under high stress levels. Another appealing property of 7075-T651 aluminum is its particularly high strength to density ratio. For these reasons, it is one of the go-to alloys of choice for the aerospace and aircraft industries. It is also commonly used in applications such as rock-climbing equipment, bicycle parts, and firearm components.
7075-T651 aluminum has a very high tensile yield strength. You can order high-speed, precision sawing for your 7075-T651 aluminum plate, and it will hold a tolerance of as tight as +/-.005”.
7075-T651 aluminum performs very well in high-stress applications, however is proven to be susceptible to stress corrosion cracking It has an extremely high resistance to stress corrosion cracking as a result of frequent movement, pressure changes, or other stressors. It also has considerable fatigue strength. It performs well in heavy-load applications, with durability good enough to be used in various applications which require a lightweight but high-strength metal. Its deformation resistance is also considerable. Really the two main drawbacks of 7075 is it’s poor corrosion resistance and poor weldability.