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An alloy which has been around for decades, 7050 aluminum plate is best known for its ability to stay strong over time. Although other alloys are available which are stronger on a one-off comparison basis, they do not necessarily demonstrate the longevity which the 7050 products can offer. Widely used in the aerospace industry, 7050 T7451 aluminum plate is suitable for uses where minimal maintenance and consistent, optimal strength is required. It is commonly used in bulkheads, fuselage frames and similar aircraft components.
7000 series Aluminum alloys have been the preferred choice for aerospace and aircraft applications ever since the introduction of commercial aircraft building in the post WWII era. Offering designers very high strength, low manufacturing costs, and a low replacing risk, the 7xxx series are alloys of choice in applications where strength is the primary requirement.
Howard Precision Metals stocks primarily Kaiser Select Aerospace plate. Kaiser Select Aerospace is touted for having superior machining performance, consistent grain control throughout the thickness, and lower residual stress. In addition, the Kaiser product maintains exceptional flatness and lot to lot consistency due to their highly automated manufacturing process.
Niche Providers of 7050 Aluminum
Howard Precision Metals is a 100% aluminum distributor. With over ninety years of successful metals distributorship under our belt, you can rest assured that your aluminum order, no matter how big or small, will be filled correctly and timely by the aluminum experts at Howard Precision Metals. Over the years, not only have we acquired an enormous wealth of knowledge regarding the properties of aluminum and how it can be best worked to fit the needs of our customers, we have also continued to update and refine our machinery. Today we are able to procure premium 7050 aluminum plate in a variety of different thicknesses. In addition, using our custom-built, high-speed precision aluminum saws, we are able to saw cut 7050 aluminum plate into almost any dimension and hold tolerances as tight as ±.005”. For even the toughest aluminum requirements, we will get the job done!
How to Purchase 7050 Aluminum
You can purchase Alloy 7050 by filling out a Request for Quote form. If you’re interested in more information on Alloy 7050, you can download our Alloy 7050 brochure available in PDF format.
Click here to see a full listing of our 7050 randoms and drops. We are adding more thicknesses of 7050 regularly based on customer demand.