Phehlukwayo Metal is a reliable manufacturer and supplier located in Cape Town, South Africa, specializing in top-notch metal solutions, including Aluminium 2024 forgings. With a strong focus on quality, precision, and innovation, Phehlukwayo Metal caters to a variety of industries such as aerospace, automotive, defense, and industrial engineering. The company utilizes advanced forging techniques and rigorous quality control to produce dependable and long-lasting products tailored to meet customer needs. Renowned for its professional service and quick turnaround times, Phehlukwayo Metal has established itself as a go-to partner for aluminium forgings, playing a significant role in both local and international manufacturing excellence.
Aluminium 2024 forgings are primarily made up of aluminium (about 90.7%), along with copper (3.8–4.9%), magnesium (1.2–1.8%), and manganese (0.3–0.9%). This high-strength alloy is celebrated for its impressive fatigue resistance and good machinability. Typical mechanical properties include a tensile strength of around 470 MPa, yield strength of 325 MPa, and elongation of 10–20%, depending on the temper and thickness. While it may not resist corrosion as well as some other aluminium alloys, its outstanding strength-to-weight ratio makes it perfect for structural components that face high stress, especially when treated with protective coatings or anodizing.
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 | Other |
| min. | Bal | 3.80 | 0.30 | 1.20 | ||||||
| max. | Bal | 0.50 | 0.50 | 4.90 | 0.90 | 1.80 | 0.10 | 0.25 | 0.15 | 0.05 |
| Temper | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation |
| KSI | KSI | % | |
| (annealed) | 32 | 14 | 12 |
| T3 | 63 | 42 | 15 |
| European Standard | OLD | WNr | UNS | ISO | USA (AA) | GERMANY (DIN) |
| AW-AlCu4Mg1 | AU4G1 | 3.1355 | A92024 | AlCu4Mg1 | 2024 | AlCuMg2 |
Yes, Aluminum 2024 is commonly used in precision forging applications due to its high strength, good fatigue resistance, and excellent machinability, making it suitable for aerospace and high-performance components.
Aluminum 2024 offers high strength, excellent fatigue resistance, good machinability, and superior corrosion resistance, making it ideal for custom forgings in aerospace, military, and high-performance applications.
Aluminium 2024 forgings find their way into applications that require both high strength and fatigue resistance. Commonly used in aerospace structures, they are integral to aircraft fuselages, wing tension members, and landing gear components. In the automotive and motorsport sectors, they play a crucial role in high-performance suspension systems and chassis parts. Additionally, 2024 forgings are utilized in defense, marine, and industrial equipment that must endure stress. Thanks to their machinability and performance under load, they are also ideal for creating complex forged shapes in tools, fixtures, and precision components. Protective treatments further enhance their usability in challenging environments.
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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