7050-T7451 Aluminium
High-strength Zn-Mg-Cu aluminium alloy with superior resistance to stress-corrosion cracking versus 7075, due to Zr addition. Preferred thick-plate alloy for airframe bulkheads and wing spars.
Applicable Standards
- AMS 4050
- ASTM B209
- AMS-QQ-A-250/12
Composition Ranges (wt %)
| Element | Min (%) | Max (%) | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al | 87.0 | 91.0 | ~89.0 |
| Zn | 5.7 | 6.7 | ~6.2 |
| Cu | 2.0 | 2.6 | ~2.3 |
| Mg | 1.9 | 2.6 | ~2.25 |
| Zr | 0.08 | 0.15 | ~0.11 |
| Fe | — | 0.15 | ~0.07 |
Al
87.0–91.0%
Zn
5.7–6.7%
Cu
2.0–2.6%
Mg
1.9–2.6%
Zr
0.08–0.15%
Fe
0.0–0.15%
Typical Applications
- Aircraft fuselage frames and bulkheads
- Wing spars and ribs
- Thick-plate structural components
- Helicopter components
Need a tamper-evident certificate for this material?
Immutable, timestamped, and shareable with your customer or auditor.