Starc Metals is a reliable manufacturer and supplier located in Canberra, Australia, focusing on high-performance metal products like Aluminium 7050 Bars and Rods. They pride themselves on precision, quality, and ensuring customer satisfaction, catering to a variety of industries that need durable and lightweight materials. Their Aluminium 7050 offerings are celebrated for their outstanding strength, resistance to corrosion, and ease of machining. With cutting-edge manufacturing techniques and rigorous quality control, Starc Metals guarantees a dependable and consistent supply to meet the needs of demanding engineering and structural projects throughout Australia and beyond.
Aluminium 7050 Bars and Rods are primarily made of aluminium, enriched with notable amounts of zinc (6.2%), magnesium (2.3%), and copper (2.2%). This alloy is heat-treatable, boasting an impressive strength-to-weight ratio, high fatigue resistance, and good resistance to stress corrosion cracking. It typically has a tensile strength ranging from 510 to 540 MPa and a yield strength of about 430 to 470 MPa, depending on the temper. With its good machinability and moderate formability, Aluminium 7050 is perfect for applications that demand high structural integrity, particularly in the aerospace and military sectors where performance is crucial.
| Aluminium Alloy | ASTM B211, B211, B565, B316 5082, AMS 4121 |
| Standard | ASTM, ASME, AMS, GB/T, JIS |
| Aluminium Round Bar Temper | O, H12, H14, H16, H18, H22, H24, H26, H32, H112 |
| Aluminium Bar Form | Aluminium Round, Hex, Flat, Half Round, Oval, Rectangular in Black & Bright Finish |
| Aluminium Round Bar Diameter | 0.1-600mm,etc |
| Aluminium Hexagonal Bar | 0.1-600mm,etc |
| Aluminium Angle Bar Size | 0.5mm*40mm*40mm-20mm*400mm*400mm |
| Aluminium Flat Bar Thickness | 0.1-600mm,etc |
| Aluminium Flat Bar Size | 1-2500mm, etc |
| Aluminium Round Bar Length | 1-12m, Random, Fix & Cut Length or as per clients’ requirement |
| Aluminium Bar | Bright, Polish & Black |
| Weight % | Zn | Cu | Mg | Zr | Fe | Si | Mn | Ti | Cr | Others (total) |
| Minimum | 5.7 | 2.0 | 1.9 | 0.08 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Maximum | 6.7 | 2.6 | 2.6 | 0.15 | 0.15 | 0.12 | 0.10 | 0.06 | 0.04 | 0.15 |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 515 MPa | 74695 psi |
| Yield strength | 455 MPa | 65992 psi |
| Fatigue strength | 240 MPa | 34809 psi |
| Elastic modulus | 70-80 GPa | 10153-11603 ksi |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.33 | 0.33 |
| Elongation | 11% | 11% |
| UNS | EN | DIN,WNr | ISO |
| A97050 | EN3982 | 3.4144 | AlZn6CuMgZr |
| Size in mm | Average Weight | |
| KG/MTR | KG/FT | |
| 10 | 0.62 | 0.18 |
| 12 | 0.90 | 0.30 |
| 14 | 1.20 | 0.40 |
| 16 | 1.60 | 0.50 |
| 18 | 2.00 | 0.60 |
| 20 | 2.50 | 0.80 |
| 22 | 3.00 | 0.90 |
| 24 | 3.56 | 1.08 |
| 25 | 3.90 | 1.20 |
| 28 | 4.80 | 1.50 |
| 30 | 5.55 | 1.69 |
| 32 | 6.30 | 1.90 |
| 34 | 7.14 | 2.18 |
| 36 | 8.00 | 2.44 |
| 40 | 9.90 | 3.00 |
| 45 | 12.49 | 3.81 |
| 50 | 15.40 | 4.70 |
| 56 | 19.34 | 5.89 |
| 60 | 22.20 | 6.80 |
| 63 | 24.47 | 7.46 |
| 63.5 | 24.86 | 7.58 |
| 65 | 26.05 | 7.94 |
| 70 | 30.20 | 9.20 |
| 73 | 32.86 | 10.00 |
| 75 | 34.72 | 10.58 |
| 78 | 37.51 | 11.43 |
| 80 | 39.50 | 12.00 |
| 83 | 42.47 | 12.95 |
| 85 | 44.55 | 13.58 |
| 90 | 50.00 | 15.20 |
| 92 | 52.19 | 15.91 |
| 93 | 53.39 | 16.27 |
| 95 | 55.65 | 16.95 |
| 100 | 61.66 | 18.79 |
| 105 | 67.98 | 20.72 |
| 110 | 74.60 | 22.74 |
| 115 | 81.64 | 24.88 |
| 125 | 96.34 | 29.36 |
Yes, Aluminium 7050 bars are ideal for structural applications, particularly in aerospace and military sectors, offering high strength, corrosion resistance, and fatigue resistance, making them suitable for demanding environments and designs.
To maintain Aluminium 7050 bars, regularly clean them with mild soap and water to remove dirt and debris. Avoid harsh chemicals, inspect for corrosion, and store in a dry, cool environment.
Yes, Aluminium 7050 rods are highly recyclable. Aluminium, including alloy 7050, can be recycled multiple times without losing its properties, making it an environmentally friendly choice for sustainable manufacturing and use.
Aluminium 7050 Bars and Rods find extensive use in high-stress aerospace and defense applications, thanks to their remarkable mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. Common applications include structural components for aircraft, fuselage frames, bulkheads, wing skins, and landing gear parts. The alloy’s strength and fatigue resistance also make it a great choice for marine, automotive, and industrial uses where reliability and performance under pressure are vital. Additionally, it’s utilized in tooling, structural frameworks, and high-performance sports equipment. Starc Metals’ Aluminium 7050 bars and rods consistently deliver quality, making them perfect for both precision machining and structural load-bearing designs.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Starc Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Canberra, Australia
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