
Aluminum and Aluminum-Based Alloys
BMI supplies a diverse range of Aluminium and Aluminium-based alloys known for their low density, high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and excellent formability.
From aerospace-grade 7075 to marine-grade 5083, our aluminium materials meet stringent ASTM, EN, and IS standards for precision engineering and architectural excellence.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR EVERY REQUIREMENT.
GRADES
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AA1050 / 1100 (Commercially Pure)
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AA3003 / 3105
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AA5052 / 5083 / 5754
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AA6061 / 6063
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AA6082 / 6005A
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AA2024
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AA7075 / 7050
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AA8011
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AlSi10Mg / AlSi7Mg
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Al-Li (Lithium Alloys)
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Specialty grades available upon request.
PRODUCT RANGE
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Sheets & Plates: Aerospace and marine-grade aluminium sheets and plates (ASTM B209)
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Coils & Strips: Rolled coils for roofing, transport, and heat exchangers
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Pipes & Tubes: Seamless and extruded tubes for hydraulic and structural use
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Bars & Rods: Round, flat, and square bars for precision machining
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Profiles & Extrusions: Custom sections in 6061, 6063, and 6082 alloys
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Foils: Thin foils for packaging and insulation applications
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Forged Components: Aerospace and automotive precision forgings
STANDARDS
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Sheets, tubes, and bars - ASTM B209 / B210 / B211
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Aluminum extruded products - ASTM B221
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Aerospace-grade 2024, 6061, 7075 - AMS 4027 / 4045 / 4050 / 4154
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European mechanical and chemical standards - EN 573 / EN 485
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Indian aluminum specifications - IS 733 / IS 737 / IS 1285
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Pressure vessel & structural use - ASME SB209 / SB210
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Rolled aluminum products - ISO 6361 / 10074
MAKE
We source and stock products regularly from:
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Kaiser Aluminum – Aerospace-grade plates and bars
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Constellium – 2000 & 7000 series aerospace alloys
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Hindalco Industries – Rolled, extruded, and foil products
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Norsk Hydro ASA – Structural & extrusion-grade alloys
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Novelis – Automotive & packaging sheet alloys
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KUMZ – Aerospace and defense aluminium plates (GOST)
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UACJ Corporation – High-purity and precision aluminium coils
Specific Makes are available upon request
MTC is always provided when you choose BMI
QUALITY PARAMETERS SET BY BMI
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Lightweight: One-third the density of steel
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High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Up to 570 MPa (7075-T6)
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Excellent Corrosion Resistance: Especially marine-grade 5000 series
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High Machinability and Formability
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Superior Thermal and Electrical Conductivity
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Decorative and Reflective Finishes for architectural applications
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Recyclable and Sustainable with low embodied energy
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Element 1050 5052 6061 2024 7075
Aluminium (Al) 99.5 Balance Balance Balance Balance
Magnesium (Mg) — 2.5 1.0 1.5 2.5
Silicon (Si) 0.25 0.25 0.6 0.5 0.4
Copper (Cu) 0.05 0.1 0.3 4.4 1.6
Manganese (Mn) 0.05 0.1 0.15 0.6 0.05
Zinc (Zn) — 0.1 0.25 0.25 5.6
Chromium (Cr) — 0.25 0.15 0.1 0.2
Iron (Fe) 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5
Titanium (Ti) — — 0.1 0.15 0.2
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Property 1050 (O) 5052 (H32) 6061 (T6) 2024 (T3) 7075 (T6)
Tensile Strength (MPa) 90 230 310 470 570
Yield Strength (MPa) 35 160 275 325 505
Elongation (%) 45 12 12 18 11
Hardness (HB) 25 60 95 120 150
Density (g/cm³) 2.71 2.68 2.70 2.78 2.81
Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) 235 138 170 120 130
Max Service Temp (°C) 150 180 200 150 200
INDUSTRY APPLICATIONS.
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Aerospace & Defense: Airframes, wing panels, fasteners, and forgings
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Automotive & Transport: Chassis, heat exchangers, body panels
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Marine & Offshore: Hull plating, superstructures, fuel tanks
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Architecture & Construction: Cladding, window frames, curtain walls
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Electrical & Power: Bus bars, conductors, heat sinks
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Packaging & Consumer Goods: Foils, beverage cans, containers
