Machining of Magnesium

[rms1956]

We have some ZE41A magnesium to machine.
All of the articles on the subject that I have read are generic and do not specify the alloy when discussing special handling requirements. Does anyone know the particulars of this alloy? Chemistry requirements are 94% Magnesium.

Thanks

 

[Maui]

That type of information may be provided by the original melt source. If they do not have the requested information at hand, they should be able to direct you to a resource that does.

Maui

 

[TVP]

Data sheet on ZE41 from Magnesium Elektron:

http://www.magnesium-elektron.com/data/downloads/452A.pdf

You can also download their brochure on machining:

http://www.magnesium-elektron.com/products-services.asp?ID=9

 

[swall]

You also need to obtain fire extinguishers suitable for magnesium fires is you don't already have some. Mag fines and chips are easy to ignite.

 

[btrueblood]

...and hard to put out.