Aluminum 7075

Aluminum 7075 is a high-strength aerospace-grade aluminum alloy known for its exceptional mechanical properties and strength comparable to many steels.

It offers an outstanding strength-to-weight ratio, excellent fatigue resistance, and good dimensional stability, making it ideal for demanding applications where performance and reliability are critical.

At Modo Rapid, Aluminum 7075 is widely used in precision CNC machining to manufacture high-performance components with tight tolerances and superior surface quality for industries such as aerospace, motorsport, and advanced engineering.

Material Properties

Density

2.81 g/cm³

ρ

Hardness

150 – 190 HB

H

Tensile Strength

500 – 570 MPa

σ

Corrosion Resistance

Moderate

CR

Machinability

Good

M

Material Comparison

Aluminum 7075 is often compared with other aluminum alloys and engineering metals:

– Compared to Aluminum 6061:
7075 offers significantly higher strength and hardness, but has lower corrosion resistance and slightly reduced machinability.

– Compared to Aluminum 2024:
7075 provides better overall strength and fatigue resistance, making it more suitable for high-load applications.

– Compared to Steel:
7075 aluminum delivers comparable strength at a much lower weight, making it ideal for lightweight structural components.

– Compared to Titanium:
7075 is more cost-effective and easier to machine, though titanium offers superior corrosion resistance and temperature performance.

Common Applications

Aluminum 7075 is widely used in high-performance and precision applications:

– Aerospace structural components
– Automotive performance parts
– Motorsport and racing components
– High-strength mechanical parts
– Precision fixtures and tooling
– Defense and high-load engineering applications