From the heart of Hamilton, New Zealand, Hemi Metals proudly manufactures and supplies high-quality aluminium flat bar rods, serving industries across the country and beyond. We understand that reliability and precision are paramount, which is why our products are crafted to meet the exacting standards our customers depend on. Our commitment isn’t just to metal, but to providing robust solutions and dependable service, ensuring you have the right materials to bring your projects to life with strength and efficiency.
Our aluminium flat bar rods are known for their excellent workability and strength. The composition, typically from the versatile 6000 series, offers a great balance of properties. This includes good corrosion resistance and a favourable strength-to-weight ratio, making the material both durable and easy to handle. These bars can be readily cut, drilled, and machined to specification, allowing for great flexibility in fabrication without sacrificing the inherent toughness that aluminium is renowned for.
Specification : ASTM B 221 ASME SB 221, B211, B565, B316 1100, AMS 4102
Standard : ASTM, BS and all International Standards
Temper : O, H12, H14, H16, H18, H22, H24, H26, H32, H112
Length : 100 mm To 3000 mm Long & Above
Size : 5 mm To 500 mm
| Alloy (ISS) | Equivalent alloy (A.A) | Copper | Magnesium | Silicon | Iron | Managanese Others* (Total) | Remarks | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old | New | U.S.A | Min. | Max. | Min. | Max. | Min. | Max. | Min. | Max. | Max | Max. | Aluminum 99.0% Min. | ||
| 1 B | 19500 | 1050 | — | 0.05 | — | — | — | 0.30 | 0.4 | — | 0.05 | 0.1 | Aluminum 99.5% Min. | ||
| Alloy | Temper | UTS (Mpa) | Yield Strength (Mpa) | Elongation (%) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Maximum | Minimum | Maximum | A 50mm (Minimum) | ||
| EN AW-1050 A | F | 60 | – | 20 | – | 23 |
| O | 60 | 95 | 20 | – | 23 | |
Yes, aluminum flat bars are corrosion-resistant due to the natural oxide layer that forms on their surface, protecting them from environmental factors like moisture and air, preventing rust and degradation.
Aluminium flat bars can withstand moderate temperatures but may lose strength at high temperatures above 150°C (302°F). Prolonged exposure can lead to deformation and reduced mechanical properties.
Yes, aluminum rods can be customized in size and length according to specific requirements. Manufacturers often offer custom machining services to meet exact dimensions and tolerance specifications.
The uses for these flat bar rods are incredibly diverse, making them a staple in many workshops. You’ll find them forming the sturdy frames for machinery guards, as supportive braces in architectural structures, and in custom fabrications for the transport industry. Their clean, straight lines are also ideal for creating trim, edging, and decorative features in architectural projects. Essentially, wherever a combination of light weight, durability, and straightforward fabrication is needed, our aluminium flat bars provide a dependable and efficient solution.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Hemi Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Hamilton New Zealand
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