Aluminium 2017 Screw

Aluminium 2017 screws are high-strength Screw with excellent machinability and good mechanical properties. This alloy has copper as the major alloying component; these screws are tougher and stronger, thus suitable for many industrial applications.

Chemical Composition of Aluminium 2017 Screw

The composition of the Aluminium 2017 Screw is crucial for understanding their properties and performance in various industrial applications.

Grade	Al	Si	Fe	Cu	Mn	Mg	Cr	Zn	Ti	Others Each	Other Total
2017	Rem	0.20-0.8	0.7 max	3.5-4.5	0.40-1.0	0.40-0.8	0.10 max	0.25 max	0.15 max	0.05 max	0.15 max

Thus, this table provides valuable insight into the chemical composition of these Screw, highlighting their properties and suitability.

Mechanical Properties of Aluminium 2017 Screw

The table provides essential information for engineers and manufacturers to assess the integrity and durability of the Aluminium 2017 Screw in demanding environments.

Material	Condition	Tensile Strength (N/mm²) min		Yield Strength		Elongation in 4D %
		ksi	Mpa	ksi	Mpa
2017	2017-T4 Bar	55	379	32	221	12

Thus, this valuable data on the Aluminium 2017 bolt strength, flexibility, and resilience is crucial for ensuring reliability and longevity.

Features of Aluminium 2017 Screw

The features of Aluminium 2017 screws include:

High Strength: Aluminium 2017 screws are stronger than other screws because of the high copper content in the aluminium alloy, thus ideal for use in high-stress applications.
Excellent Machinability: The Aluminium 2017 screws are easy to machine, and this means that manufacturers can easily design and produce them with a lot of ease.
Good Corrosion Resistance: Although not as resistant to corrosion as other aluminium alloys, 2017 screws are relatively resistant to corrosion and even more so if anodised.
High Fatigue Resistance: Aluminium 2017 screws are resistant to stress and strain and hence can be used in areas where the component is likely to be used over and over again.
Lightweight: 2017 screws are lighter in weight, and when used in assembling the product, they make it lighter in total weight.
Heat Treatability: The alloy can be heat treated to improve some of its mechanical properties, such as strength and hardness.

Aluminium 2017 screws offer high strength and easy-to-machine properties, which are suitable for application in different fields.

Use of Aluminium 2017 Screw

Aluminium 2017 screws are used in various applications, as shown below: Some of their key applications include:

Aerospace Industry: Aluminium 2017 screws are used in aircraft structures, components, and assemblies where stress performance is important.
Military Applications: These screws are applied in military hardware and equipment where the hardware is expected to perform under tough conditions.
Automotive Industry: Aluminium 2017 screws are used in the automotive industry for applications with high performance, such as engine parts and suspension.
Marine Applications: These screws are applied in different marine equipment and constructions, particularly where they are likely to be exposed to seawater.
Machinery and Equipment: Aluminium 2017 screws are applied in the production of industrial equipment and machinery, including hydraulic and other rugged equipment.
Structural Applications: Aluminium 2017 screws are used in the construction and structural industries like bridges, towers, and other structures that will bear loads.
Sporting Goods: Aluminium 2017 screws are very light but strong and therefore are used in high-end sporting equipment like bicycles and performance equipment.

Aluminium 2017 screws are medium strength, easy to machine and have high fatigue strength that makes them suitable for a wide range of applications.