AA 7039 is an
aluminum alloy
An aluminium alloy (or aluminum alloy; see spelling differences) is an alloy in which aluminium (Al) is the predominant metal. The typical alloying elements are copper, magnesium, manganese, silicon, tin, nickel and zinc. There are two principal ...
principally containing
zinc
Zinc is a chemical element with the symbol Zn and atomic number 30. Zinc is a slightly brittle metal at room temperature and has a shiny-greyish appearance when oxidation is removed. It is the first element in group 12 (IIB) of the periodi ...
(3.5–4.5%) as an alloying element. It is heat treatable
wrought aluminum alloy
An aluminium alloy (or aluminum alloy; see spelling differences) is an alloy in which aluminium (Al) is the predominant metal. The typical alloying elements are copper, magnesium, manganese, silicon, tin, nickel and zinc. There are two principal ...
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It is used for making armour suites.
Chemical Composition
Physical Properties
Mechanical Properties
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Applications
Aluminium / aluminum 7039 alloy is chiefly used as an armor alloy. It is used for making armor suite.
References
Further reading
* "Properties of Wrought Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys: 7039", ''Properties and Selection: Nonferrous Alloys and Special-Purpose Materials'', Vol 2, ASM Handbook, ASM International, 1990, p. 109-111.
*Mechanical and ballistic properties of powder metal 7039 aluminium alloy joined by friction stir welding
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Aluminum alloy table
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