ALuminium FAQs

Aluminium is not just out business its our passion, below are some of the facts about aluminum that you might find interesting, along with a url to the site that contains additional details on this topic.

  • Physical Properties of Aluminium
    • Atomic weight: 27.1
    • Specific Gravity: 2.703 grams/cc at 20° C
    • Melting point: 658° C
    • Thermal conductivity: 0.53 Cal/sec/cm²/cm/° C
    • Co-efficient of linear expansion: 22x10-6 mm/mm/° C
    • Electrical Resistivity: 2.850 micro-ohm (for EC-O)
    • Modulus of Elasticity: 6960 Kg/mm²
    • Electrical Conductivity: 53 to 62% IACS
  • Advantages of using Aluminium Extrusions
    • Intricate parts can be made in a single piece
    • Pre machined / post-machining of parts is cost effective
    • Assembling and joining of Aluminium is less complex.
    • Aluminium products have long life
    • High retention of applied coating and adhesives.
    • Good aesthetic look when Anodized or powder coated.
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