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Material Guide

Metals & Alloys

We machine a comprehensive range of metals and alloys to meet your exact specifications. From lightweight aluminum to high-strength titanium, our expertise covers all major material families.

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Most Popular

Aluminum Alloys

Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and excellent machinability. Complete 1-7 series coverage for aerospace, automotive, and consumer electronics.

1xxx Series - Pure Aluminum (99%+ Al)

Aluminum 1050

99.5% Pure Aluminum

High purity aluminum with excellent electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance. Soft and highly formable.

Tensile Strength
76-110 MPa
Conductivity
61% IACS
Machinability
Fair
Formability
Excellent

Applications: Chemical equipment, reflectors, heat exchangers, capacitors

Aluminum 1060

99.6% Pure Aluminum

Higher purity than 1050 with superior conductivity. Ideal for electrical and chemical applications.

Tensile Strength
69-97 MPa
Conductivity
62% IACS
Machinability
Fair
Weldability
Excellent

Applications: Bus bars, transformers, battery components, nameplates

Aluminum 1100

Commercial Pure Aluminum

Most widely used pure aluminum. Excellent workability, weldability and corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength
90-165 MPa
Conductivity
59% IACS
Machinability
Good
Corrosion Res.
Excellent

Applications: Food packaging, heat exchangers, decorative parts, spun hollowware

2xxx Series - Al-Cu Alloys (Aerospace Grade)

Aluminum 2024-T3/T351

Aircraft Structure Alloy

High strength, excellent fatigue resistance. The most widely used aerospace aluminum alloy.

Tensile Strength
470-483 MPa
Yield Strength
324-345 MPa
Machinability
Good
Fatigue Res.
Excellent

Applications: Aircraft skins, wing structures, fuselage frames, truck wheels

Aluminum 2A12 (LY12)

Chinese Aerospace Standard

Chinese equivalent to 2024. High strength duralumin widely used in Chinese aerospace industry.

Tensile Strength
470 MPa
Yield Strength
325 MPa
Machinability
Good
Heat Treatment
T4/T6

Applications: Aircraft structures, rivets, high-strength components

Aluminum 2017-T4

Duralumin Classic

Original high-strength aluminum alloy. Good machinability with balanced properties.

Tensile Strength
427 MPa
Hardness
105 HB
Machinability
Good
Formability
Good

Applications: Rivets, screw machine products, fittings, structural parts

Aluminum 2011-T3

Free-Machining Alloy

Best machinability of all aluminum alloys. Contains lead and bismuth for chip breaking.

Tensile Strength
379 MPa
Hardness
95 HB
Machinability
Excellent
Surface Finish
Excellent

Applications: Screw machine products, precision parts, fittings, connectors

3xxx Series - Al-Mn Alloys (Corrosion Resistant)

Aluminum 3003-H14

General Purpose Alloy

Most widely used aluminum alloy. 20% stronger than 1100 with excellent workability.

Tensile Strength
152 MPa
Yield Strength
145 MPa
Machinability
Good
Weldability
Excellent

Applications: Cooking utensils, chemical equipment, storage tanks, roofing sheets

Aluminum 3004-H34

Beverage Can Alloy

Higher strength than 3003 with added magnesium. The primary alloy for beverage can bodies.

Tensile Strength
215 MPa
Yield Strength
170 MPa
Formability
Excellent
Corrosion Res.
Excellent

Applications: Beverage cans, lamp bodies, roofing, storage tanks

Aluminum 3105-H25

Building Products Alloy

Medium strength alloy with good formability and corrosion resistance. Popular for building products.

Tensile Strength
180 MPa
Yield Strength
160 MPa
Machinability
Good
Anodizing
Good

Applications: Residential siding, mobile home siding, rain gutters, closures

4xxx Series - Al-Si Alloys (Welding & Brazing)

Aluminum 4032-T6

Piston Alloy

Low thermal expansion with good wear resistance. Specifically designed for forged pistons.

Tensile Strength
379 MPa
Yield Strength
317 MPa
Thermal Exp.
Low
Wear Res.
Good

Applications: Forged pistons, engine components, pumps, compressors

Aluminum 4043

Welding Filler Alloy

Most popular welding filler alloy. 5% silicon provides excellent fluidity and reduced cracking.

Tensile Strength
145 MPa
Si Content
4.5-6.0%
Fluidity
Excellent
Crack Res.
Excellent

Applications: Welding 6xxx series, MIG/TIG filler wire, brazing

Aluminum 4047 (A4047)

Brazing Sheet Alloy

Higher silicon content for lower melting point. Excellent for brazing and as sheet cladding.

Tensile Strength
131 MPa
Si Content
11-13%
Melting Point
577°C
Brazing
Excellent

Applications: Brazing sheet, heat exchangers, automotive radiators, HVAC

5xxx Series - Al-Mg Alloys (Marine Grade)

Aluminum 5052-H32

Marine Standard

Outstanding corrosion resistance, especially in marine environments. Excellent formability.

Tensile Strength
228 MPa
Yield Strength
193 MPa
Machinability
Good
Corrosion Res.
Excellent

Applications: Marine components, fuel tanks, pressure vessels, chemical equipment

Aluminum 5083-H116

Shipbuilding Grade

Highest strength non-heat-treatable alloy. Exceptional seawater and cryogenic performance.

Tensile Strength
317 MPa
Yield Strength
228 MPa
Weldability
Excellent
Cryogenic
Excellent

Applications: Ship hulls, LNG tanks, pressure vessels, railway vehicles

Aluminum 5754-H111

Automotive Body Alloy

Medium strength with excellent forming characteristics. Primary alloy for automotive body panels.

Tensile Strength
220 MPa
Yield Strength
80 MPa
Formability
Excellent
Weldability
Excellent

Applications: Automotive body panels, floor panels, structural components

Aluminum 5086-H116

High-Strength Marine

Stronger than 5052 with similar corrosion resistance. Ideal for unfired pressure vessels.

Tensile Strength
290 MPa
Yield Strength
207 MPa
Machinability
Good
Marine Grade
Yes

Applications: Marine structures, unfired pressure vessels, cryogenic tanks

6xxx Series - Al-Mg-Si Alloys (Most Versatile)

Aluminum 6061-T6/T651

Most Popular Alloy

The most versatile aluminum alloy. Excellent mechanical properties, weldability, and corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength
310 MPa
Yield Strength
276 MPa
Machinability
Excellent
Anodizing
Excellent

Applications: Structural components, aerospace, automotive, machinery parts

Aluminum 6063-T5/T6

Architectural Alloy

Excellent surface finish and anodizing response. The primary extrusion alloy worldwide.

Tensile Strength
186-241 MPa
Yield Strength
145-214 MPa
Extrudability
Excellent
Anodizing
Excellent

Applications: Window frames, door frames, heat sinks, furniture, railings

Aluminum 6082-T6

Structural Alloy

Highest strength 6xxx alloy. Excellent corrosion resistance with good machining characteristics.

Tensile Strength
310 MPa
Yield Strength
260 MPa
Machinability
Good
Weldability
Good

Applications: Bridges, cranes, trusses, offshore structures, transport

Aluminum 6005A-T6

Rail Transit Alloy

High-strength extrusion alloy with excellent stress corrosion resistance. Preferred for rail vehicles.

Tensile Strength
270 MPa
Yield Strength
225 MPa
Extrudability
Excellent
SCC Res.
Excellent

Applications: High-speed trains, metros, rail car bodies, automotive

7xxx Series - Al-Zn Alloys (Highest Strength)

Aluminum 7075-T6/T651

Aircraft Grade

The benchmark aerospace alloy. Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio for high-stress applications.

Tensile Strength
572 MPa
Yield Strength
503 MPa
Machinability
Good
Hardness
150 HB

Applications: Aircraft structures, gears, shafts, missile parts, bicycle frames

Aluminum 7050-T7451

Aerospace Premium

Superior SCC resistance compared to 7075. Preferred for thick section aerospace structures.

Tensile Strength
524 MPa
Yield Strength
469 MPa
Fracture Tough.
Excellent
SCC Res.
Excellent

Applications: Wing structures, bulkheads, fuselage frames, landing gear

Aluminum 7A04 (LC4)

Chinese Aerospace Standard

Chinese super-hard aluminum. Equivalent to 7050 with excellent mechanical properties.

Tensile Strength
540 MPa
Yield Strength
470 MPa
Machinability
Good
Heat Treatment
T6/T73

Applications: Aircraft components, high-strength fasteners, structural parts

Aluminum 7A09 (LC9)

Ultra-High Strength

One of the highest strength aluminum alloys. Used for critical aerospace structural components.

Tensile Strength
560 MPa
Yield Strength
490 MPa
Hardness
155 HB
Fatigue Res.
Excellent

Applications: Aircraft structures, missile parts, high-strength forgings

Cast Aluminum Alloys

Grade Type Tensile Strength Key Properties Applications
A356-T6 Sand/Gravity Cast 234 MPa Excellent castability, good strength Wheels, aerospace, structural
ADC12 (A383) Die Cast 310 MPa High fluidity, pressure tight Electronics housings, automotive
A380 Die Cast 324 MPa Best combination of properties Engine blocks, transmissions
ZL101 (A357) Precision Cast 290 MPa Higher strength, aerospace grade Aerospace, military, automotive
MIC-6 Cast Tooling Plate 172 MPa Stress relieved, dimensionally stable Tooling, fixtures, jigs
Ultra Lightweight

Magnesium Alloys

The lightest structural metal. 33% lighter than aluminum with excellent strength-to-weight ratio.

Magnesium AZ31B

Wrought Alloy

Most common wrought magnesium. Good formability and moderate strength.

Tensile Strength
260 MPa
Density
1.77 g/cm³
Machinability
Excellent
Weldability
Good

Applications: Aircraft parts, laptop casings, camera bodies

Magnesium AZ61A

Wrought Alloy

Higher strength than AZ31B. Good extrusion properties.

Tensile Strength
310 MPa
Density
1.80 g/cm³
Machinability
Excellent
Extrusion
Good

Applications: Extruded profiles, structural applications

Magnesium AZ80A

High Strength Wrought

High strength wrought alloy. Excellent for forging applications.

Tensile Strength
380 MPa
Density
1.80 g/cm³
Machinability
Good
Forgeability
Excellent

Applications: Forged wheels, high-strength structural parts

Magnesium AZ91D

Die Cast Alloy

Most widely used die casting alloy. Excellent castability and corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength
230 MPa
Density
1.81 g/cm³
Castability
Excellent
Corrosion Res.
Good

Applications: Electronics housings, automotive parts, power tools

Magnesium AM60B

Die Cast Alloy

Better ductility than AZ91D. Excellent energy absorption.

Tensile Strength
225 MPa
Density
1.80 g/cm³
Ductility
Excellent
Impact Res.
Excellent

Applications: Steering wheels, seat frames, instrument panels

Magnesium WE43

Rare Earth Alloy

High-performance rare earth alloy. Excellent elevated temperature properties.

Tensile Strength
250 MPa
Density
1.84 g/cm³
Temp. Resistance
Excellent
Corrosion Res.
Good

Applications: Aerospace, motorsport, helicopter gearboxes

Important: Magnesium machining requires special precautions due to flammability. Our facility is fully equipped for safe magnesium processing.

High Strength

Steel & Alloy Steel

Superior strength and durability for demanding applications. Various grades available for different requirements.

1018 Low Carbon Steel

Mild Steel

Excellent weldability and machinability. Easy to case harden. Cost-effective for general applications.

Tensile: 440 MPa | Hardness: 126 HB

1020 Low Carbon Steel

Case Hardening Steel

Slightly higher carbon than 1018. Better case hardening response while maintaining good weldability.

Tensile: 455 MPa | Hardness: 131 HB

1045 Medium Carbon Steel

Shaft Steel

Good balance of strength and ductility. Commonly used for shafts, axles, and bolts.

Tensile: 585 MPa | Hardness: 170 HB

4140 Alloy Steel

Chrome-Moly

High strength and toughness. Excellent for heat treatment. Widely used in industrial machinery.

Tensile: 655 MPa | Hardness: 197 HB

4340 Alloy Steel

Aircraft Grade

Exceptional strength and fatigue resistance. Ideal for critical aerospace and automotive components.

Tensile: 745 MPa | Hardness: 217 HB

8620 Alloy Steel

Carburizing Steel

Excellent for carburizing with tough core. Widely used for gears and bearing races.

Tensile: 530 MPa | Case Hardness: 58-62 HRC

A36 Structural Steel

Structural Grade

Most commonly used structural steel. Excellent weldability and cost-effectiveness.

Tensile: 400-550 MPa | Hardness: 119-162 HB

12L14 Free-Machining

Screw Machine Steel

Best machinability of all steels. Lead addition for excellent chip breaking.

Tensile: 540 MPa | Machinability: 160% (vs 1212)

Tool Steels

D2 Tool Steel

Cold Work Steel

High-carbon, high-chromium. Excellent wear resistance for dies and cutting tools.

Hardness: 58-62 HRC | Dies, punches, knives

A2 Tool Steel

Air-Hardening

Air-hardening steel. Good balance of toughness and wear resistance.

Hardness: 57-62 HRC | Blanking dies, gauges

O1 Tool Steel

Oil-Hardening

Oil-hardening steel. Easy to machine and heat treat.

Hardness: 57-62 HRC | Taps, reamers, gauges

S7 Tool Steel

Shock-Resistant

Shock-resistant steel. Excellent impact toughness for high-impact applications.

Hardness: 54-58 HRC | Chisels, punches, shear blades

H13 Tool Steel

Hot Work Steel

Hot work steel. Excellent heat resistance and toughness for die casting.

Hardness: 44-52 HRC | Die casting dies, forging dies

P20 Tool Steel

Mold Steel

Pre-hardened mold steel. Ready-to-use for plastic injection molds.

Hardness: 28-32 HRC | Plastic injection molds
Corrosion Resistant

Stainless Steel

Excellent corrosion resistance for medical, food processing, and marine applications.

Stainless Steel 303

Free-Machining Austenitic

Free-machining stainless steel for high-volume production. Best machinability of all stainless grades.

Tensile Strength
620 MPa
Hardness
228 HB
Machinability
Excellent
Corrosion Res.
Good

Applications: Screw machine parts, fittings, fasteners, shafts

Stainless Steel 304 / 304L

Most Common Austenitic

Most widely used stainless steel. Excellent corrosion resistance and formability.

Tensile Strength
515 MPa
Hardness
201 HB
Machinability
Fair
Corrosion Res.
Excellent

Applications: Food grade, kitchen equipment, medical devices, chemical equipment

Stainless Steel 316 / 316L

Marine Grade Austenitic

Superior corrosion resistance with molybdenum content. Ideal for marine and medical applications.

Tensile Strength
515 MPa
Hardness
217 HB
Machinability
Fair
Corrosion Res.
Excellent

Applications: Marine, surgical implants, pharmaceutical equipment

Stainless Steel 321

Titanium Stabilized

Titanium-stabilized austenitic. Excellent high-temperature performance.

Tensile Strength
515 MPa
Max Temp
870°C
Machinability
Fair
High Temp Res.
Excellent

Applications: Exhaust systems, heat exchangers, bellows

Stainless Steel 17-4 PH

Precipitation Hardening

High strength precipitation hardening stainless. Combines strength with corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength
1100 MPa
Hardness
40 HRC
Machinability
Fair
Strength
Very High

Applications: Aerospace parts, valve components, turbine blades

Stainless Steel 15-5 PH

Precipitation Hardening

Better transverse properties than 17-4. Superior toughness and fatigue resistance.

Tensile Strength
1070 MPa
Hardness
44 HRC
Machinability
Fair
Toughness
Excellent

Applications: Aircraft components, nuclear waste casks, high-strength fasteners

Stainless Steel 410

Martensitic

Heat-treatable martensitic stainless. Good wear resistance and moderate corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength
450 MPa
Hardness
217 HB
Machinability
Good
Heat Treat
Yes

Applications: Cutlery, valve trim, fasteners, shafts

Stainless Steel 420

Martensitic - High Carbon

Higher carbon for increased hardness. Excellent for surgical and dental instruments.

Tensile Strength
655 MPa
Hardness
50 HRC
Machinability
Fair
Hardness
High

Applications: Surgical blades, dental instruments, cutlery

Stainless Steel 440C

Martensitic - Highest Hardness

Highest hardness stainless steel. Best wear resistance for bearings and blades.

Tensile Strength
760 MPa
Hardness
60 HRC
Machinability
Difficult
Wear Res.
Excellent

Applications: Bearings, knife blades, measuring instruments

Stainless Steel 430

Ferritic

Ferritic stainless steel. Good corrosion resistance at lower cost. Magnetic.

Tensile Strength
450 MPa
Hardness
183 HB
Machinability
Good
Magnetic
Yes

Applications: Automotive trim, appliances, kitchen sinks

Stainless Steel 2205 Duplex

Duplex

Twice the strength of 304/316. Superior chloride corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength
620 MPa
Yield Strength
450 MPa
Machinability
Fair
Corrosion Res.
Excellent

Applications: Chemical processing, oil & gas, desalination

Stainless Steel 2507 Super Duplex

Super Duplex

Highest strength duplex. Exceptional resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion.

Tensile Strength
795 MPa
Yield Strength
550 MPa
Machinability
Difficult
Pitting Res.
Excellent

Applications: Oil & gas, seawater systems, high pressure applications

Excellent Conductivity

Copper & Copper Alloys

Superior electrical and thermal conductivity. Ideal for electronics, heat exchangers, and electrical components.

Pure Copper (99.9%+ Cu)

C11000 / T2 (ETP Copper)

Electrolytic Tough Pitch

Most common commercial copper. 99.9% pure with excellent conductivity for electrical applications.

Conductivity
101% IACS
Tensile Strength
220-365 MPa
Machinability
Good
Weldability
Excellent

Applications: Bus bars, electrical connectors, heat exchangers, roofing

C10100 / TU0 (OFE Copper)

Oxygen-Free Electronic

Highest purity copper (99.99%+). Ultra-low oxygen content for critical electronic applications.

Conductivity
101% IACS
Purity
99.99%
Oxygen Content
<0.0005%
Outgassing
Very Low

Applications: Vacuum tubes, semiconductors, superconductors, waveguides

C10200 / TU1 (OF Copper)

Oxygen-Free Copper

99.95% pure copper. Excellent for hydrogen brazing and high vacuum applications.

Conductivity
100% IACS
Purity
99.95%
Brazeability
Excellent
H2 Embrittlement
Resistant

Applications: Vacuum seals, electronic components, cryogenic applications

C12200 / TP2 (DHP Copper)

Phosphorus Deoxidized

Deoxidized with phosphorus for excellent weldability and brazeability.

Conductivity
85% IACS
Tensile Strength
220-340 MPa
Weldability
Excellent
Formability
Excellent

Applications: Plumbing tubes, heat exchangers, air conditioning, refrigeration

Brass Alloys (Cu-Zn)

C36000 / HPb59-1

Free-Cutting Brass

Best machinability of all copper alloys. Contains lead for chip breaking. Rated 100% on machinability scale.

Tensile Strength
340-470 MPa
Hardness
55-80 HRB
Machinability
100% (Best)
Zn Content
35-38%

Applications: Screw machine products, gears, valve stems, fittings

C28000 / H62 Brass

Muntz Metal

60/40 brass with excellent hot working properties. Good strength and corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength
370-470 MPa
Hardness
65-85 HRB
Machinability
Good
Hot Working
Excellent

Applications: Architectural trim, marine hardware, heat exchangers

C27000 / H65 Brass

Yellow Brass

65% copper brass with excellent cold working properties and good corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength
315-400 MPa
Elongation
45-65%
Cold Working
Excellent
Zn Content
33-37%

Applications: Ammunition cases, lamp fittings, radiator tubes

C26000 / H70 Brass

Cartridge Brass

70/30 brass - The benchmark brass for cold forming. Excellent combination of strength and ductility.

Tensile Strength
300-365 MPa
Elongation
62%
Formability
Excellent
Corrosion Res.
Good

Applications: Ammunition, plumbing, automotive radiators, musical instruments

C46400 Naval Brass

Tin-Modified

Contains tin for improved seawater corrosion resistance. Excellent for marine applications.

Tensile Strength
380-470 MPa
Sn Content
0.5-1.0%
Seawater Res.
Excellent
Dezincification
Resistant

Applications: Marine hardware, propeller shafts, valve stems, condenser tubes

C38500 / H59 Brass

Forging Brass

59% copper brass with excellent hot forgeability. Commonly used for hot stamping and forging.

Tensile Strength
360-450 MPa
Hardness
70-90 HRB
Hot Forging
Excellent
Zn Content
39-43%

Applications: Hot forged parts, valves, fittings, decorative hardware

Bronze Alloys

C93200 / ZCuSn10Pb1

SAE 660 Bearing Bronze

Most widely used bearing bronze. Excellent wear resistance and conformability under load.

Tensile Strength
240 MPa
Hardness
65 HB
Wear Resistance
Excellent
Load Capacity
21 MPa

Applications: Bushings, bearings, pump impellers, valve components

C95400 / QAl9-4

Aluminum Bronze

High strength bronze with excellent corrosion resistance. Superior to manganese bronze.

Tensile Strength
585 MPa
Yield Strength
240 MPa
Hardness
170 HB
Corrosion Res.
Excellent

Applications: Marine propellers, pump components, heavy-duty bearings, gears

C95500 / QAl10-4-4

Nickel Aluminum Bronze

Highest strength bronze alloy. Exceptional seawater resistance and mechanical properties.

Tensile Strength
690 MPa
Yield Strength
310 MPa
Hardness
195 HB
Ni Content
4-5.5%

Applications: Ship propellers, valve guides, heavy-duty gears, landing gear bushings

C51000 / QSn6.5-0.1

Phosphor Bronze A

Excellent spring properties with high fatigue resistance. Low coefficient of friction.

Tensile Strength
325-500 MPa
Sn Content
4.2-5.8%
Spring Property
Excellent
Fatigue Res.
Excellent

Applications: Springs, electrical contacts, connectors, bellows, diaphragms

C52100 / QSn8-0.3

Phosphor Bronze C

Higher tin content for better strength and wear resistance than C51000.

Tensile Strength
380-560 MPa
Sn Content
7.0-9.0%
Wear Resistance
Excellent
Hardness
95-115 HV

Applications: Heavy-duty springs, bearing cages, electrical switches

C65500 / QSi3-1

Silicon Bronze A

Excellent for welding and brazing. High strength with superior corrosion resistance.

Tensile Strength
390-640 MPa
Si Content
2.8-3.8%
Weldability
Excellent
Hot Working
Excellent

Applications: Welding rods, marine hardware, poles, hydraulic lines

Specialty Copper Alloys

C17200 / QBe2

Beryllium Copper

Highest strength copper alloy. Combines spring properties with electrical conductivity. Non-sparking.

Tensile Strength
1100-1400 MPa
Hardness
36-42 HRC
Conductivity
22% IACS
Non-Sparking
Yes

Applications: Springs, contacts, mold inserts, non-sparking tools, plastic injection molds

C70600 / BFe10-1-1

Cupronickel 90/10

Excellent seawater corrosion resistance. Anti-biofouling properties prevent marine growth.

Tensile Strength
275-415 MPa
Ni Content
9-11%
Seawater Res.
Excellent
Biofouling
Resistant

Applications: Marine condensers, seawater piping, desalination plants, offshore platforms

C71500 / BFe30-1-1

Cupronickel 70/30

Superior resistance to high velocity seawater. Better strength than 90/10 cupronickel.

Tensile Strength
380-520 MPa
Ni Content
29-33%
Velocity Res.
Excellent
Erosion Res.
Superior

Applications: High-velocity seawater systems, heat exchangers, naval vessels

C75200 / BZn18-18

Nickel Silver (German Silver)

Silver-white appearance without silver content. Excellent for decorative and optical applications.

Tensile Strength
380-520 MPa
Ni Content
17-19%
Appearance
Silver-White
Tarnish Res.
Excellent

Applications: Musical instruments, optical equipment, jewelry, tableware

Copper Alloys Quick Reference

Alloy Type Conductivity Tensile Strength Best For
C11000 (T2) Pure Copper 101% IACS 220-365 MPa Electrical conductivity
C10100 (TU0) OFE Copper 101% IACS 220-350 MPa Electronics, vacuum
C36000 Free-Cut Brass 26% IACS 340-470 MPa Screw machine parts
C26000 (H70) Cartridge Brass 28% IACS 300-365 MPa Cold forming
C93200 Bearing Bronze 12% IACS 240 MPa Bushings, bearings
C95400 Aluminum Bronze 13% IACS 585 MPa High strength marine
C51000 Phosphor Bronze 15% IACS 325-500 MPa Springs, contacts
C17200 Beryllium Copper 22% IACS 1100-1400 MPa Highest strength
Premium Materials

Titanium & Specialty Metals

High-performance materials for the most demanding applications.

Titanium Alloys

Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility.

Ti Grade 1 - Highest purity, best formability
Ti Grade 2 (CP) - Pure titanium, medical implants
Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5) - Aerospace & medical
Ti-6Al-4V ELI (Grade 23) - Surgical implants
Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-2Mo - High temp aerospace

Superalloys (Nickel-Based)

Extreme temperature resistance for aerospace and power generation applications.

Inconel 625 - High temp corrosion resistance
Inconel 718 - Jet engine components
Inconel 600 - Heat treating equipment
Hastelloy C-276 - Chemical processing
Monel 400 - Marine & chemical

Refractory Metals

Highest melting points for extreme temperature and radiation applications.

Tungsten (W) - Highest melting point (3422°C)
Molybdenum (Mo) - High temp strength
Tantalum (Ta) - Chemical resistance
Niobium (Nb) - Superconductors
Quick Reference

Material Comparison

Compare key properties to select the right material for your application.

Material Category Strength Weight Machinability Corrosion Res. Cost
1050 / 1060 / 1100 1xxx Pure Aluminum ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $
2024 / 2A12 / 2017 2xxx Al-Cu Alloy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ $$
3003 / 3004 / 3105 3xxx Al-Mn Alloy ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $
4032 / 4043 / 4047 4xxx Al-Si Alloy ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
5052 / 5083 / 5086 / 5754 5xxx Al-Mg Alloy ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
6061 / 6063 / 6082 6xxx Al-Mg-Si Alloy ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $
7050 / 7075 / 7A04 7xxx Al-Zn Alloy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ $$
Magnesium AZ31B Mg Wrought Alloy ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ $$
Magnesium AZ91D Mg Cast Alloy ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ $$
Stainless Steel 303 Austenitic SS ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
Stainless Steel 304 Austenitic SS ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
Stainless Steel 304L Austenitic SS (Low C) ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
Stainless Steel 316 Austenitic SS (Mo) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$
Stainless Steel 316L Austenitic SS (Low C) ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$
Stainless Steel 420 Martensitic SS ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ $$
Stainless Steel 430 Ferritic SS ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
Stainless Steel 630 (17-4PH) PH Stainless Steel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$
Q235 Steel Structural Steel ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ $
20# Steel (AISI 1020) Low Carbon Steel ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ $
45# Steel (AISI 1045) Medium Carbon Steel ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ $
1215 Free-Cutting Steel Free-Machining Steel ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ $
40Cr Steel (AISI 5140) Chromium Alloy Steel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ $$
20Cr Steel (AISI 5120) Case Hardening Steel ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ $$
T2 Copper (C11000) Pure Copper ETP ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$
TU0 / TU1 (C10100-C10200) Oxygen-Free Copper ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$$
C12200 / TP2 (DHP Copper) Phosphorus Deoxidized ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
C36000 / HPb59-1 Free-Cutting Brass ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
H62 / H65 Brass Yellow Brass (Cu-Zn) ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
C26000 / H70 Brass Cartridge Brass ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$
C46400 Naval Brass Tin-Modified Brass ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$
C93200 / ZCuSn10Pb1 SAE 660 Bearing Bronze ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$
C95400 / QAl9-4 Aluminum Bronze ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$
C95500 / QAl10-4-4 Nickel Aluminum Bronze ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$$
C51000 / QSn6.5-0.1 Phosphor Bronze A ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$
C65500 / QSi3-1 Silicon Bronze A ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$
C17200 / QBe2 Beryllium Copper ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$$$
C70600 / BFe10-1-1 Cupronickel 90/10 ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$$
C71500 / BFe30-1-1 Cupronickel 70/30 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$$
Titanium Grade 2 Pure Titanium ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$$
Titanium Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5) Titanium Alloy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ $$$$$

Rating Legend

Strength: Tensile/Yield Strength
Weight: Lighter = More Stars
Machinability: Easier = More Stars
Corrosion Res.: Better = More Stars
Cost: $ = Low, $$$$$ = Very High

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