What is anodizing?
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6061 Aluminum(6061)
6061 is a heat-treatable aluminum alloy with excellent strength, machinability, and weldability. The go-to alloy for precision machined blanks, structural parts, and aerospace components.
Aluminum Blank
An aluminum blank is a flat, cut-to-size piece of aluminum used as feedstock for laser cutting, CNC machining, stamping, or forming. Common alloys include 5052 and 6061.
Mill Finish
Mill finish is the surface condition of metal as it comes directly from the rolling mill — no additional polishing or treatment. It often has a dull, slightly rough appearance with mill scale on hot-rolled steel.
Brushed Finish
A brushed finish is created by mechanically abrading the metal surface with a fine abrasive belt or pad, leaving fine parallel lines. Common on stainless steel appliances and architectural panels.