• Plates

  • Sheets

  • Rod/Round Bar/Flat Bar

  • Tube/Extrusions/Profile

2017A

AMS QQ-A-225/5 / AlCu4MgSi(A) / 2017A / T4

Chemical Properties % Value
Silicon (Si)0,20 - 0,80
Chromium (Cr)0,00 - 0,10
Manganese (Mn)0,40 - 1,0
Magnesium (Mg)0,40 - 1,00
Copper (Cu)3,50 - 4,50
Titanium (Ti)0,00 - 0,25
Iron (Fe)0,00 - 0,70
Zinc (Zn)0,00 - 0,25
Aluminium (Al)Balance
Physical Properties Value
Density2.79 g/cm³
Melting Point510 °C
Thermal Expansion22.9 µm/m.°C
Modulus of Elasticity72 GPa
Thermal Conductivity150 W/m.K
Electrical Resistivity34 % IACS
Mechanical Properties Value
Proof Strength260 MPa
Yield Strength390 MPa
Shear Strength230 MPa
Elongation A50 mm%10
Hardness110 HB
2017A T4 aluminum exhibits high strength and is widely used in aerospace applications.

 

ALLOY DESIGNATIONS
 
2017A T4 has the following standard designations and specifications.

Extruded Round/Flat Bar, Profiles per: 2017A T4, AMS QQ-A-225/5, ASTM B221UNS A92017A, WNR 3.1325, DIN AlCuMg1, ASTM B565, ASTM B316, ISO AlCu4MgSi (A)

Sheets per; 2017A T4ASTM B209UNS A92017A, WNR 3.1325, DIN AlCuMg1,ISO AlCu4MgSi (A)

 

Choosing Factors for 2017A T4

  • Strength: Excellent
  • Machining: Great
  • Weldability: Average
  • Formability: Fair
  • Corrosion Resistance: Average
  • Heat Treating: Yes
 

Some Well-Known Applications for 2017A T4

In crochet and knitting needles,

In pressure tanks,

It is also used in the aerospace industry.

 

SUPPLIED FORMS
 
2017A T4 is produced/supplied in sheets, round/flat bar and tube/profile forms.
  • Rod / Round Bar / Flat Bar
  • Tube/Profile
  • Sheet
DELIVERY:
Mechanical Properties
Thickness (mm) Proof Strength (Min.) Yield Strength (Min.) Elongation A50 mm %
Over 25 up to & incl. 75 270 MPa 400 MPa %10
Over 75 up to & incl. 150 260 MPa 390 MPa %9
Over 150 up to & incl. 200 240 MPa 370 MPa %8
Over 200 up to & incl. 250 220 MPa 360 MPa %7