Applications of 2024 Aluminum Alloy
Applications of 2024 Aluminum Alloy Aluminum is similar to steel as one of the most available and frequently selected metals for numerous commercial and industrial applications. Whether the application involves commercial aircraft construction or the manufacture of a host of consumer products, 2024 is an often chosen aluminum alloy. This alloy possesses excellent strength and outstanding resistance to fatigue. Consequently, it is highly ideal for use in numerous aerospace applications. It is the perfect option for applications requiring metals with optimum strength-to-weight ratios. At Howard Precision Metals, we are your source for the 2024 aluminum alloy products you need for your applications. Aerospace and Other Applications Alloy 2024 was introduced by Alcoa in 1931. It was the first Al-Cu-Mg alloy to have a yield strength approaching 50,000-psi and generally replaced 2017-T4 as the predominant 2XXX series aircraft alloy. The strong fatigue resistance ...