Aluminum 6061 vs Jig Plate

[dsjon10]

I have a recent machining job where I had specified Aluminum 6061 type optional on the print. The shop came back and asked if I could use jig plate aluminum. What is jig plate aluminum and how does it differ from 6061?

 

[mcgyvr]

Jig plate is cast stressed relieved aluminum with great surface finish that can eliminate the need for extra machining.

 

[dsjon10]

Properties are similar as far as strength and elongation?

 

[CorBlimeyLimey]

Some properties listed here

http://www.alro.com/DIVSteel/STEELGUIDE_ALUMPLATE6.HTM

 

[CorBlimeyLimey]

See also

http://www.matweb.com/search/DataSheet.aspx?MatGUID=2b752c0339034c4e9d1aeb8855c195e9&ckck=1

 

[drawoh]

dsjon10,

Some tooling (jig?) plate is magnesium. Make sure they are clear on what their material is.

JHG

 

[JMarv]

Some more info on properties.

http://www.clintonaluminum.com/pdf/8-12/K100_e-file.pdf

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