{"id":16166,"date":"2023-03-24T14:38:34","date_gmt":"2023-03-24T09:08:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.thepipingmart.com\/?p=16166"},"modified":"2023-03-24T14:40:04","modified_gmt":"2023-03-24T09:10:04","slug":"how-aluminium-sheets-are-made","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.thepipingmart.com\/metals\/how-aluminium-sheets-are-made\/","title":{"rendered":"How Aluminium Sheets Are Made?"},"content":{"rendered":"
Aluminum sheets are widely used in many industries and applications. From automobiles to aerospace, from construction to furniture-making, aluminum sheets have become versatile for many applications. But how exactly are aluminum sheets made? Let’s explore the process.<\/p>\n
The making of an aluminum sheet involves two main steps\u2014casting and rolling. First, molten aluminum is cast into large ingots that can be further processed into thin, flat sheets. The casting process involves pouring liquid aluminum into a holding vessel called a crucible or ladle that is then cooled until the metal solidifies. Once the metal has solidified, it is placed in a furnace where it is heated again to make it malleable enough for rolling.<\/p>\n
Once the metal is hot enough (usually around 500 degrees Celsius), it is passed through rollers that flatten the metal and reduce its thickness. A typical thickness range for an aluminum sheet can vary from 0.2mm up to 500mm depending on the application and requirements of the product. This process needs to be done carefully as too much pressure can cause damage to the material itself and cause deformities in the finished product. After rolling, any imperfections or defects in the surface are removed through polishing before being sent off for use in various industries.<\/p>\n