Aluminum Clad Sheet Welding Brazing Alloy 6951/4104
Aluminum alloys 6951 and 4104 are widely used in industries like aerospace, automotive, and heat exchange applications. They are typically employed in multilayer brazing sheets and are often combined to form clad materials, providing excellent mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and thermal conductivity.
Typical Sizes for Aluminum Clad Welding Sheet (Alloy 6951/4104)
Dimension | Range |
Thickness | 0.5 mm -- 3.0 mm (clad layer included) |
Width | 100 mm -- 1500 mm |
Length | 500 mm-- 3000 mm (custom lengths available) |
Notes on Size Variations
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.
Combination of 6951 and 4104 in Brazing Sheets
Structure: Alloy 6951 typically serves as the core material, providing mechanical strength and thermal conductivity, while alloy 4104 is used as the cladding material to enhance brazability and corrosion resistance.
Functionality:
During brazing, alloy 4104 melts to create strong, reliable joints.
Alloy 6951 remains solid, maintaining structural integrity.
Applications:
Automotive heat exchangers (radiators, condensers, oil coolers).
Industrial HVAC systems.
Aerospace heat transfer components.
