Alloy series
2xxx Series — Aluminium–Copper
Heat-treatable, aircraft-grade strength. Lower corrosion resistance — usually clad or painted.
201420242A122219
Properties
2xxx — Traits and Typical Uses
| Common grades | 2014 · 2024 · 2A12 · 2219 |
|---|---|
| Key traits | High strength after heat treatment · Good machinability · Poor corrosion resistance bare · Weldability varies |
| Typical uses | Aircraft structure · Truck wheel · Screw machine part · High-load fitting |
| Heat treatable | Yes — T4 / T5 / T6 / T651 tempers available |
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How 2xxx Compares
Choose 2xxx when
Aircraft structure · Truck wheel · Screw machine part · High-load fitting
Think again if
The part sees salt water or is welded heavily — 5xxx behaves far better in both.
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