What is 319 alloy?
The 319 alloy is an aluminum alloy commonly used in the casting industry, particularly for making automotive and aerospace parts. This alloy is known for its good castability, strength, and resistance to corrosion.
319 Alloy Common Uses
Most commonly used in automotive parts such as engine blocks and cylinder heads due to its good combination of strength and castability. Other common uses are:
- Automotive Parts: Cylinder heads, engine blocks, transmission cases, and other critical components due to its good strength-to-weight ratio and durability.
- Aerospace Components: Parts where weight savings and strength are essential.
- Industrial Applications: Pump housings, gear cases, and other machinery parts.
- Medical Grade Castings: Xray equipment, infant warmers, birthing beds, operating room lighting, large bases, medical devices
- General Castings: Any application requiring complex shapes and good mechanical properties.
319 Alloy Composition
Primarily aluminum with 5.5-6.5% silicon, 3-4% copper, and small amounts of iron, manganese, magnesium, zinc, and titanium.
319 Alloy Properties
Good castability, moderate strength, good corrosion resistance, and excellent machinability.
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