Machining DataSheet for

General Information:
Material GroupN - Non-Ferrous (Aluminum, Brass, Plastic)
Sub-GroupN/A
Tensile Strength296 [N/mm^2]
Machinability Range170% - 280%

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Equivalent International Designations for Aluminium 2117

Standard Name
sae2117

Chemical Composition for Aluminium 2117

Element Amount
Copper (Cu)2.2-3.0%
Silicon (Si)0.8%
Iron (Fe)0.7%
Magnesium (Mg)0.2-0.5%
Zinc (Zn)0.25%
Manganese (Mn)0.2%
Chromium (Cr)0.1%
Aluminum (Al)rem%

Cutting Speeds Recomendations for Aluminium wrought, alloyed Curable, hardened

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ApplicationVc (m/min)Vc (SFM)
Turning380-6201250-2030
Milling470-7801540-2560
Parting250-415820-1360
Grooving315-5201030-1710
Drilling155-260510-850

Important! The speed estimation is given for an ideal situation:

  • Most suitable carbide grade
  • Stable tool clamping
  • Stable workpiece clamping
  • Good quality raw material
  • A short overhang of the cutting tool.
  • Nominal hardness of the material.
  • etc.
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Recommended Carbide Grades for Aluminium 2117

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Grade for Turning

Grade for Parting Off

Grade for Grooving

Grade for Milling (Indexable)

Recommended Insert Cutting Edge Geometry for Aluminium 2117

Honing Size:0.00-0.01 mm / 0.000-0.000"
Rake Angle:15° -25°
Land Angle:Positive
Land Width:0.05-0.10 mm / 0.002-0.004"
Ground Insert:Highly Recommended
Polished top:Recommended

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