Aluminum 2014

It is a heat-treatable, high-strength material commonly used in CNC machining. Aluminum 2014 produces small, manageable chips during machining, easing chip evacuation. It responds well to heat treatment processes, with solution heat treatment followed by quenching and aging commonly employed to enhance its mechanical properties. However, its corrosion resistance is not as high as some other aluminum alloys, and precautions are needed during welding due to its copper content. For CNC machining, carbide tools are recommended, and proper cooling is important to dissipate heat and extend tool life. Optimal cutting speeds, feeds, and depths of cut, tailored to the specific machining operation, contribute to achieving high-quality surface finishes.

Aluminum makes up the majority of its composition. Copper is its primary alloying element, ranging from 3.9% to 5%. It has minor amounts of other elements such as the following: chromium not exceeding 0.1%, iron is limited to a maximum of 0.7%, magnesium between 0.2% and 0.8%, manganese spanning from 0.4% to 1.2%, silicon varying from 0.5% to 1.2%, titanium not surpassing 0.15%, and zinc capped at 0.25%. Additionally, each remaining element is limited to a maximum of 0.05%, and the total sum of all remaining elements combined is restricted to 0.15%. The combined percentage of titanium and zinc is set at a maximum of 0.2%.