Phehlukwayo Metal, located in Cape Town, South Africa, is a reliable manufacturer and supplier specializing in Aluminium 2017 forgings. They cater to the aerospace, automotive, and industrial sectors, providing high-strength forged components that are built to withstand the rigors of structural applications where durability and precision are key. Thanks to their advanced forging techniques and rigorous quality control, Phehlukwayo Metal guarantees that their Aluminium 2017 forgings comply with international standards and meet customer expectations. These forgings are celebrated for their outstanding mechanical properties and resistance to fatigue, making them a dependable choice for critical, high-stress environments.
Aluminium 2017 forgings primarily consist of aluminium (around 88.3%), with copper (3.8–4.9%) as the main alloying element, along with magnesium and manganese. This heat-treatable alloy is prized for its impressive strength, good machinability, and fatigue resistance. Typically, its mechanical properties include a tensile strength ranging from 415 to 480 MPa, a yield strength of about 275 MPa, and an elongation of 10 to 15%, depending on the temper. While it has moderate corrosion resistance, Aluminium 2017 forgings perform admirably when paired with suitable surface treatments, particularly in aerospace and automotive applications.
Standards : ASTM B247, B247
Temper : T6 T651 T6511
Specification : DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards
Flat bar blocks : up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs.
Cylinders and sleeves : up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length
Discs and hubs : up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs.
Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings : up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length
Rounds, shafts and step shafts : up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs.
| Grade | Al | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Mg | Cr | Zn | Ti | Others Each | Other Total |
| 2017 | Rem | 0.20-0.8 | 0.7 max | 3.5-4.5 | 0.40-1.0 | 0.40-0.8 | 0.10 max | 0.25 max | 0.15 max | 0.05 max | 0.15 max |
| Material | Condition | Tensile Strength (N/mm²) min | Yield Strength | Elongation in 4D % | ||
| ksi | Mpa | ksi | Mpa | |||
| 2017 | 2017-T4 Bar | 55 | 379 | 32 | 221 | 12 |
| European Standard | OLD | WNr | UNS | ISO | USA (AA) | GERMANY (DIN) |
| AW-AlCu4MgSi | AU4G | 3.1325 | A92017 | AlCu4MgSi | 2017 | AlCuMg1 |
Aluminum 2017 is suitable for forging but has limited high-temperature resistance. For high-temperature forging applications, consider alloys with better heat resistance, like 2219 or 2618.
Aluminum 2017 offers high strength, excellent machinability, good corrosion resistance, and ease of welding, making it ideal for custom forgings in aerospace, military, and high-performance applications.
These forgings find extensive use in aerospace structures, aircraft fittings, automotive parts, and high-performance machinery where strength and fatigue resistance are crucial. They are perfect for essential components like wing skins, fuselage frames, suspension parts, and gear housings. The alloy’s excellent machinability and toughness make it ideal for creating complex forged shapes that endure dynamic loading. To boost corrosion resistance and ensure longevity in challenging operating conditions, protective coatings are often applied.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Phehlukwayo Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Cape Town, South Africa
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