“Do you guys have aluminum anodized in this color?” has been one of the most common questions we’ve been asked. In the past, the answer was “unfortunately not.” But no longer!
We are pleased to announce that we are now carrying 5005 anodized aluminum sheet in three colors. Those three colors are dark bronze, black, and clear.
What’s it good for?
A lot! Our 5005 colored anodized aluminum sheet is extremely corrosion resistant. It is also durable, providing long life and low maintenance cost. It is also non-hazardous and doesn’t have any harmful or dangerous byproducts. Typically, this material is used for structural/architectural applications, appliances, food preparation equipment, furniture, sporting goods, boats, motor vehicles, jewelry, and artwork.
Also, even better, anodizing is one of the most environmentally friendly industrial processes around. So you don’t have to feel guilty while using this material.
Anodized black aluminum
How is it anodized?
That’s a bit complicated. But the short answer is that the sheet is placed in an electrolytic solution with a cathode. The aluminum acts as an anode electrode and completes a circuit. An electrical current is then added to the solution. This releases hydrogen and oxygen, which causes an oxide later to form on the surface of the aluminum.
This new layer is what provides the corrosion resistance. And because of how it is formed, it removes the chance of chipping or peeling. It’s also porous which is what allows it to be dyed and sealed.
Clear anodized aluminum
What thicknesses and where?
For the moment, our inventory of thicknesses will be modest. Each color will be available in .04″ and .063″ thick. If this material sells as well as we hope and suspect it will, we will increase our inventory options. They will be available in all of our normal sizes and also for custom cuts.
Similarly, this material will only be stocked in our Los Angeles facility for the moment. Again, if things go well, we will begin stocking this in one or more of our east coast facilities. Thank you for understanding.
Dark Bronze anodized aluminum
Properties?
We have material certs for this material as well. Also, here is some of the mechanical and chemical properties for your perusal.
Density
Metric: 2.7 g/cc
Imperial: 0.0975 lb/in3
Hardness
Brinell: 43
Ultimate Tensile Strength
Metric: 160 MPa
Imperial: 23,000 psi
Yield Tensile Strength
Metric: 130 MPa
Imperial: 19,000 psi
Elongation at Break: 7.3%
Modulus of Elasticity
Metric: 68 GPa
Imperial: 9,900 ksi
Poissons Ratio: 0.33
Fatigue Strength
Metric: 74 MPa
Imperial: 11,000 psi
Shear Modulus
Metric: 26 GPa
Imperial: 3,770 ksi
Shear Strength
Metric: 96 MPa
Imperial: 14,000 psi
Melting point
Metric: 630 – 650 C
Imperial: 1170 – 1210 F
Electrical Conductivity: Equal Volume
52% IACS
Elemental Properties
Aluminum (Al) – 97-99.5%
Chromium (Cr) – 0-0.1%
Copper (Cu) – 0-0.2%
Iron (Fe) – 0-0.7%
Magnesium (Mg) – 0.5-1.1%
Manganese (Mn) – 0-0.2%
Others – 0-0.15%
Silicon (Si) – 0-0.3%
Zinc (Zn) – 0-0.25%
