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1050: Tube – Extruded Porthole
Description: 1050: Tube – Extruded Porthole is manufactured by Alfiniti for projects that demand exceptional electrical conductivity and deep-drawing formability.
Key Characteristics:
- Bendability: Very high—ideal for tight radii and complex shapes.
- Anodizing: Accepts clear anodizing but produces a dull, matte finish.
- Corrosion Resistance: Outstanding in most atmospheric environments.
- Conductivity: Approximately 60% IACS—excellent for electrical bus bars.
- Weldability: Excellent with all standard aluminum welding methods.
- Machinability: Fair—gums tools unless lubricant is used.
Industries That Use 1050: Tube – Extruded Porthole:
- Electrical & Power Distribution
- HVAC
- Food Processing
- Chemical
Common Applications:
- Bus bars
- Heat-exchange tubing
- Food-handling piping
- Condenser coils
- Architectural trim
Our Customer Applications Include:
Key Characteristics Chart:
| Bendability | Anodizing | Corrosion Resistance | Conductivity | Weldability | Machinability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | D | A | A | A | D |
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
| ASTM | MILITARY | FEDERAL | AMS | ASME | AWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B221 |
A copy of ANSI H35.1 and H35.2 is available from the American National Standards Institute.
A copy of the Aluminums Standards and Data is available from the Aluminum Association at www.aluminum.org
*These data are provided by Alfiniti, Inc. with the expectation that qualified technical personnel will independently test and confirm their suitability before use. Alfiniti, Inc. has sourced this information from what it believes to be reliable resources. Alfiniti, Inc. disclaims all liability for any application of this information, including potential patent conflicts, and offers it without express or implied warranty. No portion of this material may be reproduced, published, or shared with third parties without prior written authorization from Alfiniti, Inc.
