Build Lighter, Stronger, Smarter with Continental Steel’s Aerospace and Marine grade Aluminum.
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Aluminum offers a unique combination of flexibility, strength, and durability while being one-third the weight of steel. These beneficial properties make aluminum well-suited for a diverse range of aerospace and marine applications, as well as many other industrial uses.
Aluminum Tempers
- O-Temper
- H14
- H116
- H32
- H34
- H321
- T3
- T31
- T4
- T3511
- T6
- T6511
- T76511
- T73
- T7451
- T81
- T851
- T8511
Why Choose Continental Steel for Your Aluminum Supply?
When you partner with Continental Steel for your aluminum supply needs, you’ll benefit from the following:
Superior Quality & Recognition
At Continental Steel, we believe that quality is of the utmost importance. We proudly maintain AS9120B:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications, and have become a recognized global leader in the supply and distribution of top-quality metals.
Our aluminum forms provide the necessary quality and performance characteristics for some of the most demanding industries, including:
- Aerospace
- Marine
- Government
(Our CAGE code is 5FR80) - And many more
Extensive Inventory & Reliable Supply
We can provide customers with a wide range of aluminum forms, including sheet, coil, plate, tubing, pipe, angles, and more. Each product is available in various grades, finishes, and sizes based on our customers’ needs.
Unrivaled Expertise
Continental Steel has been supplying quality metal materials since 1985. With decades of experience, we have the necessary expertise to connect you with the best aluminum products for your project needs.
Streamlined Order Fulfillment
We are committed to streamlining your orders by ensuring efficient order processing, on-time delivery, and clear communication throughout the entire supply chain.
The Benefits of Using Aluminum for Your Project
Aluminum presents manufacturers and end-users with several benefits over other materials, including
- Strong, but lightweight construction. Aluminum demonstrates an excellent strength-to-weight ratio. Aluminum and aluminum alloys can exhibit strength equal to steel with one-third of the weight.
- Durability. Aluminum material exhibits resistance to various environmental factors, including corrosive substances and UV radiation. This quality ensures a longer service life of aluminum products.
- Flexibility and ease of fabrication. As aluminum is available in a variety of alloys with varying properties, it can be worked by several different manufacturing processes—including rolling, extrusion, forging, casting, etc.—for virtually any application.
- Non-combustible. While aluminum does melt at around 600°F, it does not burn or release potentially harmful gasses.
- Thermally and electrically conductive. Aluminum offers high electrical and thermal conductivity properties, enabling it to be used in electrical and thermal transfer applications.
- Recyclability. Aluminum is highly recyclable, allowing manufacturers to use and reuse materials for several applications.
Using Aluminum in Aerospace & Marine Applications
Various aerospace and marine applications benefit from using aluminum materials.
Aerospace
The aerospace industry particularly benefits from aluminum’s exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. It can be used to construct lightweight aircraft components to improve fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance.
Common grades of aluminum used throughout the aerospace industry include:
- 2024
- 3003
- 5052
- 6061
- 7075
Typical applications include:
- Aircraft wings
- Engine nacelles
- Fuselage parts
- Landing gear components
Marine
Aluminum’s greater buoyancy and ability to resist saltwater corrosion make it a great material for the marine industry. Due to its lightweight nature, it can be used for boat construction and other marine applications where weight is a concern.
One common aluminum grade used throughout the marine industry is aluminum 5083. This marine-grade material offers excellent corrosion resistance in extreme environments. It’s also the strongest non-heat treatable aluminum alloy, capable of maintaining its strength even after welding.
Other aluminum grades used for marine applications include:
- 5052
- 5086
- 5754
- 6061
Typical applications include:
- Boat hulls, including small recreational boats
- Decks
- Railings
- Shark cages
- Superstructures
Other Industrial Applications of Aluminum
In addition to aerospace and marine, aluminum is also used throughout the following sectors:
Aluminum Forms
Contact Our Experts to Start Your Aluminum Project Today
Aluminum offers many appealing benefits that make it suitable for a wide range of applications. If you’re seeking reliable, high-quality aluminum materials for your project, Continental Steel & Tube Company is here to help!
Contact us today to speak with an expert about our aluminum products, or request a quote to get started.
