AEROSPACE
Custom cut aluminium, stainless steel, copper, and brass provided to the aerospace industry.
PROVIDING METALS TO THE AEROSPACE INDUSTRY
When it comes to the aerospace sector, we understand the need for metal to be able to handle pressures and stresses caused by high altitudes, extreme heat and weather conditions.
Based on our 25 years’ experience supplying metals across a multitude of industries, we suggest the following metals for use in the aerospace industry. Alternatively, feel free to contact MG Metals where a member of our knowledgeable team can offer expert advice for your metal needs.
METALS FOR THE AEROSPACE INDUSTRY
These are the best metals suited for aerospace industry:
ALUMINIUM
Aluminium is the most used metal in the aerospace sector, largely in part to its light weight making it ideal for aircraft fuel efficiency and heavy loading.
Combined with its alloys, Aluminium is known for its strength and corrosion resistance, making it the perfect choice for machinery and engine components.
STAINLESS STEEL
Whilst Stainless Steel and its alloys are heavier than Aluminium, they also have a higher tensile strength and melting point.
It’s why we recommend Stainless Steel for engine and exhaust and landing gear components as well as key superstructure joints to improve durability and reduce the risk of failure during flight.
BRASS
Brass has a variety of uses due to its low melting point, easily casting ability and is corrosion resistant when combined with its alloys.
Brass is mostly used in aviation for nuts and bolts, as well as casing for electrical components.
COPPER
Copper is also a popular choice as it’s easily malleable, highly conductible and resistant to corrosion. Because of its ductile properties, Copper is ideal for resisting water and is used primarily in the electrical system for bus bars, bonding and as lockwire.
TYPES OF METAL AVAILABLE FOR YOUR AEROSPACE PROJECT
We have a large and diverse stock of inventory that includes a range of angles, bars, plates, sheets and tubes available, as well as miscellaneous and bespoke products.
METALS CUT TO SIZE
Our processing services consist of metal cutting experts who specialise in:
