Aluminum 2024-T3
VerifiedmetalUNS A92024· AISI 2024· 2024-T3· duralumin
Aluminum 2024-T3 is a heat-treatable aluminum-copper alloy in the precipitation-hardened T3 condition, combining aluminum with 3.8–4.9% copper and 1.2–1.8% magnesium to achieve high strength-to-weight performance. It is widely used in aerospace structures, military aircraft fuselages and wings, and high-stress mechanical components where weight reduction and strength are critical. Engineers select 2024-T3 over softer aluminum alloys when superior strength is needed, though it offers lower corrosion resistance than some alternatives and is typically clad or painted for protection in service environments.
aircraft fuselages and wing skinsaerospace structural componentsmilitary hardware and frameshigh-strength fasteners and rivetsracing and high-performance vehiclespressure vessels and structural tubes
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?FDA?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fracture Toughness(KIC) | — | ksi·√in | — | — | |
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | — | - | — | — | |
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)(σy) | — | ksi | T3 | — | |
Young's Modulus(E) | — | ksi | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Thermal Conductivity(k) | — | BTU/(hr·ft·°F) | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
Safety & Biocompatibility
Quality & Standards
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.