The 7085 Aluminum Armor Plate and 7056 Aluminum Armor Plate produced by Chalco are high-strength, lightweight materials with excellent protective properties to provide excellent protection against impact, explosion and shrapnel threats. They are used in military, civil security and industry It is widely used in the field to protect the safety of personnel, property and equipment.
The aluminum alloy armor plates and bulletproof plates produced by CHALCO are supplied to world-renowned military equipment manufacturers such as SUKROBORONPROM, ASELSAN HEAVY INDUSTRIES TAXILA, Raytheon Company, and SF Engineering.
7085 7056 aluminium armor plate specification
| Aluminum alloy | 7085 7056 |
| Temper | Type A /Type B |
| Production standards | MIL-DTL-32375B /EN 1522/1523/ISO 148-1 |
| Thickness (mm) | 0.5 to 3.000 inch |
| Width (mm) | ≤100inch |
| Length (mm) | ≤236inch |
| Remark | The above specifications are for reference, special specifications can be customized |
Aluminium armor plate chemical composition
| Elements | Alloys | |
| Class I 7085 alloy | Class II 7056 alloy | |
| Silicon | 0.06 | 0.10 |
| Iron | 0.08 | 0.12 |
| Copper | 1.3 - 2.0 | 1.2 - 1.9 |
| Manganese | 0.04 | 0.20 |
| Magnesium | 1.2 - 1.8 | 1.5 - 2.3 |
| Chromium | 0.04 | - |
| Zinc | 7.0 - 8.0 | 8.5 - 9.7 |
| Titanium | 0.06 | 0.08 |
| Zirconium | 0.08 - 0.15 | 0.05 - 0.15 |
| Other, max. Each | 0.05 | 0.05 |
| Other, max. Total | 0.15 | 0.15 |
| Aluminum | Remainder | Remainder |
7085 Class II aluminium armor plate minimum mechanical properties
| Thickness, inches | Tensile Strength, ksi | Yield Strength, 0.2% Offset, ksi | Elongation percent | |||
| Type A | Type B | Type A | Type B | Type A | Type B | |
| 0.500 to 1.500, incl. | 80 | 68 | 74 | 60 | 11 | 12 |
| 1.501 to 2.000, incl. | 78 | 67 | 73 | 59 | 11 | 12 |
| 2.001 to 3.000, incl. | 77 | 67 | 72 | 58 | 10 | 11 |
7056 Class I aluminium armor plate minimum mechanical properties
| Thickness, inches | Tensile Strength, ksi | Yield Strength, 0.2% Offset, ksi | Elongation percent | ||||||
| Type A | Type A1 | Type B | Type A | Type A1 | Type B | Type A | Type A1 | Type B | |
| 0.500 to 0.999, incl. | TBD | N/A | TBD | TBD | N/A | TBD | TBD | N/A | TBD |
| 1.000 to 2.000, incl. | 80 | N/A | 64 | 77 | N/A | 56 | 7 | N/A | 11 |
| 2.001 to 3.000, incl. | 80 | 78 | 64 | 77 | 74 | 56 | 7 | 8 | 11 |
Aluminium armor plate thickness tolerances
| Ordered Thickness (Inches) | Specified width (Inches) | |||||||||
| OVER | 0.00 | 39.38 | 59.07 | 78.75 | 98.44 | 118.12 | 137.81 | 157.49 | ||
| THRU | 39.37 | 59.06 | 78.74 | 98.43 | 118.11 | 137.80 | 157.48 | 177.17 | ||
| OVER | THRU | Tolerances - inches (plus and minus) | ||||||||
| 0.500 | 1.000 | 0.031 | 0.031 | 0.037 | 0.043 | 0.051 | 0.060 | 0.070 | 0.085 | |
| 1.001 | 1.575 | 0.039 | 0.039 | 0.047 | 0.055 | 0.065 | 0.075 | 0.090 | 0.105 | |
| 1.576 | 2.362 | 0.055 | 0.055 | 0.060 | 0.070 | 0.085 | 0.100 | 0.115 | - | |
| 2.363 | 3.000 | 0.075 | 0.075 | 0.085 | 0.100 | 0.105 | 0.125 | - | - | |
7085 7056 unweldable applique aluminium armor plate application
Armored vehicles: 7085 and 7056 aluminum alloy armor plates are widely used in military armored vehicles, including tanks, armored transport vehicles and wheeled armored vehicles, engineering vehicles, reconnaissance vehicles, command vehicles, anti-riot vehicles, etc. These armor plates can provide protection, resist Threats from shrapnel, shell fragments and blast impact.
Marine application: in military ships, 7085 and 7056 aluminum alloy armor plates can be used to provide anti-explosion and bulletproof protection, such as the hull, deck and compartment of the ship.
Aircraft applications: these armor plates can also be used in military aircraft such as ballistic panels and structural components for helicopters and military aircraft.
In general, 7085 and 7056 aluminum alloy armor plates are used in military vehicles to provide anti-shrapnel, bulletproof and protection functions to ensure the safety of vehicles and personnel. These armor plates are widely used in various types of military vehicles to meet different levels of protection needs.
7085 7056 unweldable applique aluminium armor plate advantage
High strength: 7085 and 7056 aluminum alloy plates have excellent strength properties, and have higher specific strength than traditional steel. This allows the armor plate to provide reliable protection while maintaining a certain thickness.
Lightweight: compared with steel, aluminum alloy plate has a lower density, so it is lighter in weight. This results in an overall weight reduction in military applications such as armored vehicles and aircraft, which increases mobility, range and payload capacity.
Good corrosion resistance: 7085 and 7056 aluminum alloy plates have good corrosion resistance and can resist the erosion of humidity, salt water and other environmental factors. This is critical for military missions in marine environments or high humidity conditions.
Good thermal conductivity: aluminum alloy has good thermal conductivity and can quickly disperse and conduct heat. This can help effectively reduce heat accumulation and increase heat dissipation efficiency in applications such as armored vehicles and aircraft.
Easy to process and manufacture: aluminum alloy has good machinability, which is convenient for cutting, bending and welding. This allows manufacturers to customize and produce armor plates in different shapes and sizes as needed.
Anti-shrapnel impact: aluminum alloy armor plate can effectively absorb and disperse the impact of shrapnel, reducing the impact of impact energy on personnel and equipment.
High energy absorption capacity: aluminum alloy has good energy absorption capacity, which can absorb and disperse energy when it is impacted, thereby reducing the force transmitted to the internal structure and personnel by impact.
In summary, 7085 and 7056 aluminum alloy plates have the advantages of high strength, light weight, corrosion resistance, good thermal conductivity, and easy processing and manufacturing as military armor plates. These properties allow aluminum alloy armor plates to provide reliable protection while enhancing the performance and effectiveness of military applications such as armored vehicles and aircraft.
Precautions for purchasing 7085 7056 aluminum armor plate
Determination of requirements: clarify your specific needs and uses, including the size, thickness, quantity and performance requirements of armor plates, etc. This helps determine the correct size and model.
Quality certification: make sure that the purchased armor plate meets the appropriate quality certification standards, such as military standards, international standards or industry standards. This ensures the quality and reliability of the armor plate.
Reliable supplier: choose a reputable and experienced supplier or manufacturer. They should have a good reputation and reliable delivery ability, be able to provide high-quality products and timely services.
Material testing: find out whether the supplier provides relevant material testing reports, such as chemical composition analysis, mechanical performance testing, and protective performance testing. This helps to verify the performance and quality of the armor plate.
Customization options: if you have special needs, such as custom size, shape or surface treatment, etc., please discuss the feasibility and customization options with the supplier.
Price and delivery time: compare the price and delivery time with different suppliers. Consider the justification for the price and make sure that the supplier will deliver the required number of armor plates on time.
Ask for references: if possible, ask the supplier for information on reference customers or projects for the quality and satisfaction of the armor plates they have delivered in the past.
Logistics and packaging: make sure to negotiate logistics and packaging arrangements with suppliers to ensure that the armor plate is not damaged during transportation and can reach the destination on time.