2219 aluminium alloy

2219 aluminium alloy is an alloy in the wrought aluminium-copper family (2000 or 2xxx series). It can be heat-treated to produce tempers with higher strength but lower ductility. The aluminium-copper alloys have high strength, but are generally less corrosion resistant and harder to weld than other types of aluminium alloys. To compensate for the lower corrosion resistance, 2219 aluminium can be clad in a commercially pure alloy such as 1050 or painted. This alloy is commonly formed by both extrusion and forging, but is not used in casting.[1]

Alternate designations include AlCu6Mn and A92219. It is described in the following standards:[2]

Chemical Composition

The alloy composition of 2219 aluminium is:[2]

References

  1. Marks' Standard Handbook for Mechanical Engineers, 8th Ed., McGraw Hill, pp. 6-50 to 6-57
  2. 1 2 2219 (A92219, AlCu6Mn) Aluminum. Retrieved on 2014-12-03.
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