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From formed panels to precision-machined parts. Explore every aluminum grade in our catalog and open the specifications for the material that fits your part.

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5 aluminum gradesSheet & plate + CNC machining
Laser-cut aluminum panels and fabricated parts
Aluminum for cut, formed, and machined parts.

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Find your aluminum

5 grades, plus a dedicated CNC specification sheet. Open a material for its thicknesses, properties, fabrication limits, and availability.

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5052-H32 mill-finish surfaceMill finish

Formed panels & enclosures

5052-H32

A versatile sheet alloy with excellent formability and corrosion resistance. A natural starting point for bent panels, enclosures, and audio equipment.

Catalog thickness
0.020–0.500″
Thickness options
14
View 5052-H32 specs
6061-T6 mill-finish surfaceMill finish

Structural & machined parts

6061-T6

Strength and machinability for brackets, chassis plates, and parts machined after cutting. T6 forming requires generous bend radii.

Catalog thickness
0.032–0.750″
Thickness options
13
View 6061-T6 specs
7075-T6 mill-finish surfaceMill finish

High-strength flat parts

7075-T6

High strength for demanding, weight-sensitive parts. Explore flat-pattern applications and grade-specific fabrication limits.

Catalog thickness
0.080–1.000″
Thickness options
10
View 7075-T6 specs
1100-H14 mill-finish surfaceMill finish

Soft, highly formable sheet

1100-H14

Commercially pure aluminum for decorative, spun, and hemmed parts. Prioritizes formability and corrosion resistance over structural strength.

Catalog thickness
0.090–0.188″
Thickness options
3
View 1100-H14 specs
MIC-6 machined plate surfaceMachined plate

Precision tooling & fixtures

MIC-6

Stress-relieved cast plate, machined flat on both sides. Explore fixture plates, machine bases, and applications where dimensional stability matters.

Catalog thickness
0.250″
Thickness options
1
View MIC-6 specs
Machined 6061-T6 aluminum componentsCNC machining

Milling & turning

6061-T6 CNC

Explore the dedicated CNC material sheet for 6061-T6. Review the machining envelope, tolerances, mechanical properties, and finishing options.

Process
CNC machining
Material
6061-T6
View CNC specifications

AT A GLANCE

Compare aluminum grades

See how strength, corrosion resistance, formability, and more compare. Choose any two catalog grades, then open a material for its full specifications.

Material performance

Compare two grades across eight properties.

1–5 catalog rating
5052-H32 compared with 6061-T6Eight material properties rated from 1 to 5. Higher ratings are farther from the center. 5052-H32 uses a solid line with circles; 6061-T6 uses a dashed line with squares. Exact scores are in the adjacent table.StrengthCorrosionresistanceWeldabilityToughnessFormabilityMachinabilityHeattreatingStrength-to-weight ratio12345
Catalog ratings, out of 5
Property5052-H32 6061-T6
Strength2 / 53 / 5
Corrosion Resistance5 / 54 / 5
Weldability5 / 54 / 5
Toughness4 / 53 / 5
Formability5 / 52 / 5
Machinability3 / 55 / 5
Heat Treating1 / 55 / 5
Strength-to-Weight Ratio3 / 54 / 5

Ratings are relative to the materials in our catalog: 1 is the low end, 5 is the high end. Use the specifications below and each material’s page for measured properties and fabrication limits.

Specifications by grade

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GradeTypical tensileTypical yieldCatalog thicknessForming considerations
5052-H32 33 ksi28 ksi0.020–0.500″Strong forming choice; check the selected gauge.
6061-T6 45 ksi40 ksi0.032–0.750″T6 requires generous bend radii.
7075-T6 83 ksi73 ksi0.080–1.000″Flat parts; not suitable for tight air bends.
1100-H14 16 ksi14 ksi0.090–0.188″Highly formable; check the selected gauge.
MIC-6 24 ksi15 ksi0.250″Cast tooling plate; no bending.

Typical properties from the material catalog. Thickness ranges cover catalog entries; availability and forming limits depend on the selected grade and gauge. CNC machining dimensions and tolerances are listed in the 6061-T6 CNC specification sheet.

FINISH YOUR PART

Finishes & fabrication

Explore the process, then check compatibility on the individual material page.

Type II anodizing

Explore clear and color anodizing for aluminum surfaces, with finish and design guidance.

Explore anodizing

Powder coating

Explore color options, surface preparation, and coating allowances for finished parts.

Explore powder coating

Forming & bend data

Explore press-brake capabilities. Use each grade’s per-gauge data to check your part’s bend requirements.

Explore CNC bending

CHOOSING A MATERIAL

Aluminum questions

Which aluminum grades are in the catalog?

The catalog includes 5052-H32, 6061-T6, 7075-T6, 1100-H14, and MIC-6 cast tooling plate. Each material page lists its catalog thicknesses and fabrication specifications.

Which 6061-T6 page should I use?

Use the 6061-T6 sheet and plate page for laser-cut stock and per-gauge fabrication information. Use the 6061-T6 CNC sheet for machined parts, machining envelopes, and CNC tolerances.

Where can I check a thickness or bend requirement?

Open the individual grade and select your thickness to see the applicable fabrication data. For a broader search, browse the sheet metal catalog or CNC materials catalog.

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