7014 T651 T7451 T79 Aerospace Aluminum Sheet Plate
7014 aluminum alloy is a commonly used material in the aerospace and military fields, belonging to the aluminum-zinc-magnesium alloy series.
The mechanical properties and applicability of 7014 aluminum alloy vary under different heat treatment states. T651 is suitable for general aerospace structures, T7451 is used for components with high strength requirements, while T79 offers excellent comprehensive performance under specific conditions.
7014 Aircraft Aluminum Processing Characteristics
7014 aluminum alloy can be formed through various processing methods, including:
- Heat Treatment: Strength can be enhanced through processes like T6.
- Cold Working: Suitable for extrusion, rolling, and other processes.
7014 aircraft aluminum alloy product specification
specification | |
Alloy | 7014 |
Temper | O, T6, T651, T7451, T79 |
Thickness | DTD 5110, AMS-QQ-A-250/13, ASTM B209-14, EN 485-2 |
7014 T651 Aerospace Aluminum Plate
T651: This heat treatment state indicates that the aluminum alloy has undergone heat treatment and natural aging, resulting in higher strength and good stability. It is suitable for applications that require high strength and good workability.
7014 T651 exhibits good ductility and machinability.
7014 T651 aerospace aluminum is suitable for aerospace structural components, frames, and load-bearing parts.
7014 T7451 Aerospace Aluminum Plate
T7451: This state indicates that the aluminum alloy has undergone special treatment, providing excellent strength and good corrosion resistance. It is commonly used for aerospace structural components and other high-demand applications.
7014 T7451 has good fatigue strength and crack resistance.
7014 T7451 aerospace aluminum is suitable for aerospace components that require extremely high strength and durability, such as wings and fuselage structures.
7014 T79 Aerospace Aluminum Plate
T79: This state is achieved through special heat treatment, mainly used to meet specific performance requirements. T79 aluminum alloys are typically used in aerospace due to their ability to maintain good strength and toughness at high temperatures.
7014 T79 has good corrosion resistance and fatigue performance.
7014 T79 aerospace aluminum can be used in structural components of high-performance aircraft, especially when operating under high stress and extreme environments.
Advantages of 7014 Aircraft Aluminum Alloy
- 1. High Strength: 7014 aluminum alloy has excellent tensile and yield strength, meeting the stringent performance requirements of the aerospace industry.
- 2. Lightweight: Compared to other metal materials, the lightweight properties of aluminum alloys help reduce aircraft weight, thus improving fuel efficiency and payload capacity.
- 3. Corrosion Resistance: Surface treatments of 7014 aluminum alloy enhance its corrosion resistance, extending the lifespan of components, especially in harsh environmental conditions.
- 4. Good Machinability: 7014 aluminum plates are easy to process and form, suitable for large-scale production and the manufacture of complex structures.
Applications of 7014 Aerospace Aluminum Plate
1. Aircraft Structural Components
7014 aluminum plates are often used to manufacture key structural components of aircraft, such as fuselage frames, wing supports, and tail surfaces, due to their high strength and good corrosion resistance. These components need to withstand complex loads and stresses, and the strength characteristics of 7014 aluminum plates meet these requirements.
2. Fuselage
In the manufacture of aircraft fuselages, 7014 aluminum plates are used for both load-bearing and non-load-bearing structures. Due to their excellent formability and weldability, 7014 aluminum plates can be processed into various shapes to meet different design requirements. Additionally, their lightweight properties help improve the aircraft's fuel efficiency.
3. Wings
7014 aluminum plates play a crucial role in wing manufacturing, particularly in the skeleton and shell sections of the wing. The high-strength aluminum alloy ensures that the wing can withstand aerodynamic drag and wind pressure during flight, providing adequate strength and stability.
4. Other Components
In addition to the major components mentioned above, 7014 aluminum plates can also be used to manufacture various other parts of the aircraft, such as landing gear, control surfaces, and bulkheads. These components also require high strength, corrosion resistance, and good machinability.
7014 aluminum alloy chemical composition
Chemical composition | |||||||||
chemical composition | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Mg | Cr | Zn | Ti | Al |
maximum value | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 1.2 | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.15 | margin |
7014 aluminum plate sheet physical properties
Standard | Density | Expansion Thermal | Conductivity | Conductivity |
DTD 5110 7014Clad aluminium Plate | 2.78 g/cm³ | 23.8 μm/m·°C | 124 W/(m·K) | 32.7 MS/m |
AMS-QQ-A-250/13 7014 aluminium plate | 2.78 g/cm³ | 23.1 x 10^-6/℃ | 121 W/m-K | 0.035 μΩ-m |
7014 clad aluminium plate physical properties
Tensile strength | Yield strength | Elongation | Hardness |
470-510 MPa | ≥345 MPa | ≥6% | 135-150 HV |