4104/3003/4104 Aluminium Clad Brazing sheet
The aluminum clad welding sheet 4104/3003/4104 is a multilayer material designed for applications requiring excellent brazability, corrosion resistance, and moderate strength. It consists of a core material (3003 alloy) clad with 4104 alloy on both sides to enhance performance during welding or brazing processes.
Typical Sizes for Aluminum Clad Brazing sheet 4104/3003/4104
Dimension Aluminum Clad Brazing sheet 4104/3003/4104 | |
Thickness | 0.8 mm -- 3.0 mm (clad layer included) |
Width | 100 mm -- 1500 mm |
Length | 500 mm-- 3000 mm (custom lengths available) |
Notes on Size Variations of Aluminum Clad Brazing sheet 4104/3003/4104
Clad Layer Thickness: The 4104 cladding layer typically constitutes 5% to 15% of the total thickness, depending on the application.
Custom Sizes: Custom dimensions may be produced to meet specific project requirements.
Key Features of Aluminum Clad Brazing sheet 4104/3003/4104
Brazability: The high-silicon cladding layer ensures excellent flow and bonding during brazing or welding.
Corrosion Resistance: Both the core (3003) and cladding layers (4104) provide resistance to general and localized corrosion.
Strength: The 3003 core provides moderate strength suitable for structural and thermal management applications.
Lightweight: Ideal for applications requiring a high strength-to-weight ratio.
Thermal Conductivity: Effective in heat exchange systems.
Material Structure of Aluminum Clad Brazing sheet 4104/3003/4104
Cladding Layers (Aluminum alloy 4104 )
Positioned on both the top and bottom surfaces.
Purpose: Provides excellent brazability, corrosion resistance, and a sacrificial layer to protect the core material.
Core Material (Aluminum alloy 3003)
Positioned in the center.
Purpose: Provides mechanical strength, ductility, and corrosion resistance.
Applications of Aluminum Clad Brazing sheet 4104/3003/4104
Automotive:
Heat exchangers (radiators, condensers, oil coolers).
Evaporators for air conditioning systems.
HVAC Systems:
Thermal management and heat exchanger applications.
Aerospace:
Lightweight and corrosion-resistant brazed assemblies.
Industrial:
Brazed plate heat exchangers for process industries.