At Metalstar, we understand that prototyping is such an important step for new product development. It allows our clients to validate their designs, test functionality, and make necessary adjustments before investing in full-scale production. That's why we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver quick, high-quality CNC machining prototypes for a wide range of industries, including automotive, appliances and medical equipment industries.
Some often used aluminum raw material properties as below for reference.
Raw Material Properties | ||||||||||||
Material Grade/ Description |
Chemical Composition (weight %) | T.S (Mpa) |
Y.S (Mpa) |
EL | Hardness | |||||||
(Cu) | (Si) | (Fe) | (Mn) | (Mg) | (Zn) | (Cr) | (Ti) | |||||
Aluminum 5052-H32 | <=0.1 | <=0.25 | <=0.40 | <=0.1 | 2.2~2.8 | <=0.1 | <=0.1 | NA | 170~305 | >=90 | >=10% | 120-160HB |
Aluminum 6061-T6 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 310~340 | 280~315 | 20.0% | HB65~95 |
Aluminum 6063-T6 | 0.1 | 0.2~0.6 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.45~0.9 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | >=250 | 110 | 7.0% | HB75 |
Aluminum A7005 | <=0.10 | <=0.35 | <=0.40 | 0.20~0.7 | 1.0~1.8 | 4.0~5.0 | 0.06~0.2 | 0.01~0.06 | 324 | 215 | 11.0% | HB60~94 |
Aluminum 7075-T651 | 1.2-2.0 | <=0.4 | <=0.5 | <=0.3 | 2.1-2.9 | 5.1-6.1 | 0.18-0.28 | <=0.2 | 520 | 480 | 10.0% | 120HBW |
Our state-of-the-art facilities and experienced team of engineers and machinists are equipped to handle even the most complex prototyping projects. Whether your part requires specialized finishing technology like anodizing, painting, or coating, or you need a more customized solution, we have the capabilities to bring your vision to life.
But we don't stop at just delivering a physical prototype. We also offer comprehensive lab testing and structural design verification services to ensure that your part meets all the necessary performance and safety standards. This gives you the confidence to move forward with your project, knowing that your prototype has been thoroughly vetted and validated.
What's more, our efficient production processes and commitment to quality mean that we can typically turn around 1-50 parts in just 12-15 working days. This rapid turnaround time is crucial for keeping your product development timeline on track and giving you a competitive edge in the market.
At Metalstar, we're passionate about supporting our clients' innovation and growth. Whether you're a startup looking to bring a new product to market or an established manufacturer seeking to optimize an existing design, we're here to help you every step of the way. Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist with your next prototyping project.