Choosing an aluminium alloy for machined parts
6061, 7075 or 2024: a plain-English comparison.
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6061 machines well and anodises cleanly. 7075 is much stronger but less forgiving to weld and finish. 2024 resists fatigue, which suits aerospace structures.
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