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Category: Aluminum Finishing

Extrusions can be finished in a variety of ways, including by anodization, powder coating, painting, sublimation, and so on. This series of articles takes a look at the different options available as well as their benefits and drawbacks.

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Category: Aluminum Alloys

Profiles can be produced in a variety of alloys and some of the most common include 6061, 6063, 2024, and 7075. This series of articles takes a look at some different alloys, focusing on their properties and applications.

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Category: Aluminum Heatsinks

Heatsinks are important in electronics manufacturing because they dissipate the high heat that is sometimes generated. Extrusion is the most common method of heatsink manufacturing. Here are some important considerations.

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Category: Why Aluminum Extrusions?

Extrusions have played an increasingly important role in modern product design. These articles explore some of the reasons why and provide tips for designers who may be considering their use.

Copper vs. Aluminum Heatsinks: What You Need to Know

Copper vs. Aluminum Heatsinks: What You Need to Know

  Electronic devices can generate a lot of heat. So, heatsinks play an important role in helping to cool them. You may be aware that aluminum is the most popular metal for heatsinks, but that copper is also sometimes used. You may also realize that copper has...

2024 Aluminum: Get to Know its Properties and Uses

2024 Aluminum: Get to Know its Properties and Uses

When considering different alloys for an extrusion project, it is important to understand the properties of each alloy and how it compares to the alternatives. 2024 aluminum is an alloy that is often used in the aerospace industry. It is a high-strength alloy suitable...

7075 Aluminum: Get to Know its Properties and Uses

7075 Aluminum: Get to Know its Properties and Uses

Alloy selection is important for extrusion projects, and in the aerospace industry, the 7075 aluminum alloy is commonly used. With zinc as it’s primary alloying element, it is exceptionally strong. A member of the 7000 series, it is one of the strongest alloys...