Article | REF: M439 V1

Technological properties of aluminum and its wrought alloys

Author: Roger DEVELAY

Publication date: April 10, 1992

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6. Machining

Tool wear mechanisms and methods for characterizing the machinability of materials are discussed in the article Machining and machinability [M 725] .

6.1 Special features of machining aluminum and its alloys

Generally speaking, aluminium and its alloys are particularly well-suited to various machining operations:

  • their low density, which translates into reduced inertia effects, enables high rotation speeds;

  • their high thermal conductivity limits part heating;

  • on the other hand, their low modulus of elasticity means that parts need to be properly clamped to avoid distortion....

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