4014 Aluminum alloy,Aluminum 4014 alloy,E FORU

### **Product Introduction: Aluminum 4014 Alloy** **Overview** Aluminum 4014 Alloy is a heat-treatable aluminum-silicon casting alloy specifically formulated for applications requiring high strength, excellent wear resistance, and good thermal stability. This alloy demonstrates superior performance in elevated temperature applications and is particularly valued for its combination of mechanical properties and casting characteristics, making it ideal for automotive and industrial components subjected to thermal cycling and mechanical stress. --- ### **1. Chemical Composition (Typical Weight %)** | Element | Content (%) | |---------|-------------| | **Aluminum (Al)** | Balance | | **Silicon (Si)** | 6.0 - 7.5 | | **Copper (Cu)** | 1.2 - 1.8 | | **Magnesium (Mg)** | 0.40 - 0.6 | | **Iron (Fe)** | ≤ 0.15 | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 0.10 - 0.25 | | **Nickel (Ni)** | 0.8 - 1.3 | | **Zinc (Zn)** | ≤ 0.10 | | **Titanium (Ti)** | 0.08 - 0.18 | | **Others (Each)** | ≤ 0.05 | | **Others (Total)** | ≤ 0.15 | --- ### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Value / Description | |----------|---------------------| | **Density** | 2.75 g/cm³ | | **Melting Range** | 540 - 605 °C | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 32-37% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 130-145 W/m·K | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 21.2 × 10⁻⁶/°C | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 73 GPa | | **Specific Heat Capacity** | 0.88 J/g·°C | --- ### **3. Mechanical Properties (Typical Values)** | Temper | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | |--------|------------------------|----------------------|----------------| | **F (As-cast)** | 190-230 | 150-180 | 1-2 | | **T5** | 260-300 | 220-260 | 2-3 | | **T6** | 320-360 | 280-320 | 1-2 | | **T7** | 290-330 | 250-290 | 2-4 | --- ### **4. International Standards** | Standard Body | Designation | |---------------|-------------| | **Aluminum Association (AA)** | AA 4014 | | **European Standard (EN)** | EN AW-4014 | | **ISO** | AlSi7Cu1.5MgNi | | **UNS** | A94014 | | **JIS H** | A4014 | --- ### **5. Product Applications** **Automotive Applications:** - Piston and cylinder heads - Turbocharger housings - Engine blocks for high-performance vehicles - Brake system components - Transmission housings **Aerospace Applications:** - Aircraft engine components - Missile and rocket parts - Landing gear components - Auxiliary power unit housings **Industrial Applications:** - High-temperature pump bodies - Compressor housings - Die-casting molds - Industrial furnace components - Heavy-duty valve bodies --- ### **6. Key Characteristics & Advantages** - **High Temperature Strength**: Excellent retention of mechanical properties at elevated temperatures (up to 250°C) - **Superior Wear Resistance**: Outstanding resistance to abrasion and galling - **Good Thermal Stability**: Minimal dimensional changes under thermal cycling - **Excellent Castability**: Good fluidity with reduced hot tearing tendency - **Heat Treatable**: Responsive to solution treatment and aging processes - **Good Pressure Tightness**: Suitable for pressure-containing applications - **Excellent Fatigue Resistance**: Superior performance under cyclic loading conditions --- ### **7. Special Features** **High-Temperature Performance:** - Stable intermetallic phases at elevated temperatures - Good creep resistance - Excellent thermal fatigue properties - Maintains hardness and strength under thermal exposure **Manufacturing Advantages:** - Suitable for sand casting and permanent mold processes - Good machinability in heat-treated conditions - Responsive to grain refinement - Predictable solidification characteristics - Good surface finish in as-cast condition --- ### **8. Quality and Performance Standards** - Meets automotive and aerospace quality requirements - Suitable for high-temperature structural applications - Consistent performance in thermal cycling conditions - Good corrosion resistance in industrial environments - Reliable for safety-critical components **Disclaimer:** The information provided is for reference purposes only. Specific properties may vary depending on casting methods, section thickness, heat treatment parameters, and foundry practices. For critical applications, especially those involving high temperatures, consult technical data sheets from material suppliers and conduct appropriate testing. Performance at elevated temperatures is particularly dependent on actual service conditions and heat treatment history.

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