7075 T73 9" OD extruded forged

[kevlar49]

I need to procure 7075 T73 9" OD. I have noticed some extrusion specs like ASTM B221 don't specify mech props beyond 4.5". Should I specify open die forging instead of extrusion to get the size I need with consistent properties?

 

[hydtools]

Why should you be concerned how it is done as long as you get the properties, 7075 T73, you specify?

Ted

 

[kevlar49]

Availability of the product in that form. That tells me then if I need to specify a forging spec instead of an extrusion spec.