Aluminum is one of the most versatile metals in applications and uses that don’t require resistance to high heat and high pressure. As it is lightweight and very easy to work at room temperature it is considered a great choice for many applications in the aerospace, industrial and even in the electronic and technology sector. 1100 aluminum bar is one of the most popular choices and is sold around the world due to its lightweight nature and its corrosion resistance.
1100 aluminum bar is considered to be commercially pure aluminum. It does contain small amounts of copper, manganese and zinc as well as silicon and iron. However, at 99% minimum aluminum content it is considered to have a commercially pure designation.
Traits and Characteristics
1100 aluminum series bar, which is typically sold as bar rounds at 1/16 of an inch an up, is one of the softest aluminum alloys available. While it is not used in high pressure or high heat applications for this reason, it can be very easily formed shaped and it is typically cold and not hot worked. Cold working definitely has its advantages so this is an important benefit to consider.
Uses
There are many different use of 1100 aluminum bar including in the plumbing and electrical sectors, in the manufacturing of chemical processing equipment, as well as in the design of railroad tank cars as well as the fins of heat exchangers. It is also commonly used for metal decorative work as well as lightweight stands, racks and even furniture.
As 1100 aluminum bar is shaped using cold working processes, the structure changes that occur in hot forming are not an issue. This means that cold worked aluminum has a good level of corrosion resistance, which is why it is so commonly used in such a wide range of applications.
Since working with 1100 aluminum bar can be challenging for those without experience, it is a good idea to order the bar cut to your specs from your supplier. In addition be sure to buy from a supplier that guarantees their product meets all necessary requirements. This can be verified through the supplier prior to purchase to ensure that you are getting just the product that you need for your project.
