Aluminum Wire Cloth & Gratings

Perforated Aluminum

Marco offers aluminum wire cloth and gratings and perforated aluminum sheets. We carry aluminum grades, aluminum 3003 and aluminum 5052.

Aluminum 3003 Data Sheet

Products Offered

• Wire Cloth
• Perforated Metal
• Expanded Metal
• Bar Grating

Principal Design Features

AL 3003 is an alloy with very good corrosion resistance and moderate strength. It is not heat treatable and develops strengthening from cold working only.

Commonly used in chemical equipment, ductwork, and in general sheet metal work. 3003 is also used in the manufacture of cooking utensils, pressure vessels, builder's hardware, eyelet stock, ice cube trays, garage doors, awning slats, refrigerator panels, gas lines, gasoline tanks, heat exchangers, drawn and spun parts, and storage tanks.

Chemistry

Aluminum	Balance
Copper	0.05 - 0.2
Iron	0.7 max
Manganese	1 - 1.5
Remainder Each	0.05 max
Remainder Total	0.15 max
Silicon	0.6 max
Zinc	0.1 max

Physical Data

Density (lb / cu. in.)	0.099
Specific Gravity	2.73
Melting Point (Deg F)	1190
Modulus of Elasticity Tension	11.4
Modulus of Elasticity Torsion	3.8

Aluminum 5052 Data Sheet

Products Offered

• Wire Cloth
• Perforated Metal
• Expanded Metal
• Bar Grating

Principal Design Features

This is a non-heat treatable alloy that is weldable. It is hardened by cold work. It has good forming characteristics and good corrosion resistance, including resistance to salt water.

Commonly used in the manufacture of hydraulic tubes, kitchen cabinets, small boats, home freezers, milk crates, aircraft tube, fencing, and appliances. Commonly used in sheet metal work and in sheet metal parts.

Chemistry

Aluminum	Balance
Chromium	0.15 - 0.35
Copper	0.1 max
Magnesium	2.2 - 2.8
Manganese	0.1 max
Remainder Each	0.05 max
Remainder Total	0.15 max
Silicon + Iron	0.45 max
Zinc	0.1 max

Physical Data

Density (lb / cu. in.)	0.097
Specific Gravity	2.68
Melting Point (Deg F)	1130
Modulus of Elasticity Tension	10.2
Modulus of Elasticity Torsion	3.8

6061-T6 Aluminum Data Sheet

Products Offered

• Wire Cloth
• Perforated Metal
• Expanded Metal
• Bar Grating
• Grip Strut
• Perfo Grip

Principal Design Features

6061 T6 is a pre-tempered grade of aluminum that offers appealing characteristics, including corrosion resistance and the ability to transmit heat. Melting at 1220° F (660° C) and weighing .10 of a pound per cubic inch, aluminum is lightweight and cost-effective, making it a popular choice for the petrochemical and petroleum industries, as well as cryogenic and heat transfer applications.

Chemistry

Aluminum	Balance
Chromium	0.04 - 0.35
Copper	0.15 - 0.4
Iron	0 - 0.7
Magnesium	0.8 - 1.2
Manganese	.15 max
Other	0.15 max
Remainder Each	0.05 max
Silicon	0.4 - 0.8
Titanium	0.15 max
Zinc	0.25 max

Physical Data

Density (lb / cu. in.)	0.098
Specific Gravity	2.7
Melting Point (Deg F)	1090
Modulus of Elasticity Tension	10
Modulus of Elasticity Torsion	3.8

6063 Aluminum Data Sheet

Products Offered

• Wire Cloth
• Perforated Metal
• Expanded Metal
• Bar Grating
• Grip Strut
• Perfo Grip

Principal Design Features

This is generally considered to be an extrusion alloy that is heat treatable for strengthening. Commonly used in the manufacture of furniture, windows, stair rails, and in pipe railing. Commonly used in architectural extrusions.

Chemistry

Aluminum	Balance
Chromium	0.1 max
Copper	0.1 max
Iron	0.35 max
Magnesium	0.45 - 0.9
Manganese	.1 max
Remainder Each	0.05 max
Remainder Total	0.15 max
Silicon	0.2 - 0.6
Titanium	0.1 max
Zinc	0.1 max

Physical Data

Density (lb / cu. in.)	0.097
Specific Gravity	2.7
Melting Point (Deg F)	1150
Modulus of Elasticity Tension	10
Modulus of Elasticity Torsion	3

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