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### **Aluminum 3011 Alloy Product Introduction** **Aluminum 3011** is a medium-strength aluminum-manganese alloy known for its excellent combination of strength, formability, and corrosion resistance. This alloy is particularly valued for its good mechanical properties and enhanced workability, making it suitable for various applications in automotive, construction, and general manufacturing industries. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition** | Element | Content (%) | | :--- | :--- | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 1.0 - 1.5 | | **Magnesium (Mg)** | 0.45 - 0.9 | | **Iron (Fe)** | 0.6 max | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.40 max | | **Copper (Cu)** | 0.20 max | | **Zinc (Zn)** | 0.20 max | | **Other Elements** | each 0.05 max, total 0.15 max | | **Aluminum (Al)** | Balance | *Alloy Characteristics:* - **Manganese** provides solid solution strengthening - **Magnesium** contributes to enhanced strength properties - **Controlled impurity levels** ensure consistent performance - Optimized for good balance between strength and formability --- #### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Value / Description | | :--- | :--- | | **Density** | 2.73 g/cm³ (0.098 lb/in³) | | **Melting Range** | 640 - 655 °C (1184 - 1211 °F) | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 69 GPa (10,000 ksi) | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 144 W/m·K (100 BTU·in/hr·ft²·°F) | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 38% IACS | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.6 × 10⁻⁶/°C (20-100°C) | | **Specific Heat Capacity** | 900 J/kg·K | --- #### **3. Mechanical Properties** *Typical properties for H14 temper:* - **Tensile Ultimate Strength:** 165 - 205 MPa (24 - 30 ksi) - **Tensile Yield Strength (0.2% Offset):** 135 - 175 MPa (20 - 25 ksi) - **Elongation:** 4 - 8% (in 2 inches) - **Shear Strength:** 108 MPa (16 ksi) - **Brinell Hardness:** 42 - 52 HB *Typical properties for O temper:* - **Tensile Ultimate Strength:** 120 - 160 MPa (17 - 23 ksi) - **Tensile Yield Strength:** 50 - 90 MPa (7 - 13 ksi) - **Elongation:** 18 - 25% --- #### **4. International Standards** * **European Standards (EN):** * **EN 573-3** - Chemical composition and form of products * **EN 485-2** - Mechanical properties * **ASTM:** * **ASTM B209** - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate * **ISO:** * **ISO 6361-2** - Wrought Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Sheets, Strips and Plates * **National Standards:** * **GB/T 3190** (China) * **JIS H 4000** (Japan) --- #### **5. Product Applications** 3011 alloy is widely used in various applications: * **Automotive Industry:** - Body panels and exterior trim - Interior structural components - Wheel covers and decorative parts - Heat management components * **Building & Construction:** - Roofing and wall cladding - Architectural panels and facades - Gutter and drainage systems - Decorative architectural elements * **Consumer Goods:** - Appliance cabinets and panels - Furniture frames and components - Lighting equipment housings - Household and kitchenware * **General Manufacturing:** - Storage system components - Electrical equipment enclosures - Display and signage panels - Industrial machinery parts --- #### **6. Key Advantages** * **Good Mechanical Properties:** Balanced strength and ductility * **Excellent Formability:** Suitable for various forming operations * **Superior Corrosion Resistance:** Good performance in different environments * **Good Weldability:** Compatible with common welding methods * **Excellent Surface Quality:** Ideal for decorative finishes * **Cost-Effective:** Economical manufacturing solution * **Recyclable:** Environmentally friendly material --- #### **7. Fabrication Characteristics** * **Welding:** Good weldability using GMAW, GTAW, and resistance welding * **Forming:** Excellent for bending, stamping, and roll forming * **Machining:** Fair machinability with proper tool selection * **Strain Hardening:** Good response to cold working * **Surface Treatment:** Excellent for painting, anodizing, and coating * **Joining:** Suitable for mechanical fastening and adhesive bonding --- #### **8. Corrosion Performance** * **Atmospheric Corrosion:** Excellent * **Marine Environment:** Good * **Stress Corrosion Cracking:** Good Resistance * **Pitting Resistance:** Good * **Industrial Atmospheres:** Good Resistance --- #### **9. Special Features** * **Consistent Quality** through controlled manufacturing * **Good Thermal Properties** for heat-related applications * **Excellent Aesthetic Appeal** for decorative uses * **Good Fatigue Resistance** for dynamic applications * **Non-Toxic** suitable for food contact applications --- #### **10. Quality Assurance** * Strict chemical composition control * Consistent mechanical properties * Comprehensive quality testing * Good dimensional accuracy * Full material traceability **Conclusion** Aluminum 3011 alloy provides a reliable and versatile solution for applications requiring a balanced combination of mechanical properties, fabrication characteristics, and corrosion resistance. Its well-optimized chemical composition ensures consistent performance across various manufacturing processes and end-use applications. The alloy offers good strength for structural applications while maintaining excellent formability for complex manufacturing operations. With its excellent surface quality and corrosion resistance, 3011 alloy is particularly suitable for automotive, architectural, and consumer product applications where both aesthetic appeal and functional performance are important. The material represents a cost-effective choice for manufacturers seeking a dependable aluminum alloy that delivers consistent quality and performance in diverse application scenarios.

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 1681 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.