RE: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Off Topic: Aluminium grade

This is off topic as it covers general shop knowledge, not a CNC
specific topic. Please drop it or discuss it on a group where it is more
appropriate.

Thanks,
Tim
[Denver CO]

> -----Original Message-----
> Hi,
>
> Did my homework. Searched for aluminium grade, found nothing.
>
> My question: What grade aluminium to use for making fixture (for cnc
> machines)?
>
> Reason for asking: got some aluminium from supplier - 6061. Was told
> that there were 2 grade, and there was another cheaper grade. So I
> assume 6061 would be harder.
>
> However machining shop told me the aluminium I got was softer than
> the one he normally get from his supplier but could not tell me what
> grade. So what grade of aluminium should one get for making fittings
> for home-brewed cnc machines?
>
> Thanks
>
> Pete
>
>
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