What types of aluminum tubing is bendable?

Do you konw what grade of aluminum pipe it bendable? The aluminum alloy bendability depends on factors such as the grade, material, and heat treatment method of the aluminum alloy.

 As the grade increases, the bending properties of aluminum alloys will also increase. In general, the 6000 series has higher bending performance than the 1000 series. 

Among them, the material 6061 grade has the best bending performance, and the material grade of the 6063 grades is second.

The common aluminum grades of bent aluminum tubes are 1000 series, 3000 series and 5000 series. regular bending aluminum grade like 6063 aluminum tubing, 6061 aluminum tubing.

Wellste custom aluminum tube bending offer various advantages. Whether used in construction, aerospace, automotive industries, or other fields, Wellste custom aluminum tube bending can meet various needs.

Firstly, Wellste adopt advanced production equipment and technology to ensure precise bending and smooth surface of custom aluminum tube bending . 

Secondly, Wellste uses high-quality aluminum materials to provide excellent strength and durability.

In addition, Wellste can custom tube bending according to customers’ needs. 

Wellste have a professional team and rich experience to provide aluminium tube bending services for customers. we must ensure the curved aluminum tube meet their specifications and requirements.

Custom aluminum tube bending is easy, but it’s difficult to achieve full and smooth bends without wrinkles or scratches. 

Wellste controls the bending aluminum tube molds, pressing molds, clamping molds, anti-wrinkle plates, and core bars within a tolerance of 0.001. it requires a high level of mold-making proficiency.

How do you bend aluminum tubing?

When custom tube bending, there are some important considerations: Should you age the material before or after bending? 

Normally, the material should age before aluminum bending, but for larger bending angles, it may be necessary to bend before aging. If you bend before aging, there is a risk of cracking or breaking.

Based on Wellste experience, if the bending aluminum angle is greater than 120 degrees, you can choose to bend directly or age the material first and then bend it. 

However, if the angle is less than 80 degrees, it’s better to bend the material first and then age it, especially bending 6061 aluminum tubing.

Not only that, but before bending, we also need to consider the aluminum grade, tube diameter, wall thickness and roundness, etc.

The current bending process has two types: one is manual aluminium bending machine, and another uses a bending machine.

Manual bending is suitable for small-scale production, because the bending device is relatively simple, but has a low production efficiency.

Mandrel bending is the most common method for custom tube bending . it involves using a mandrel (also called a core bar) to support the tube inside during the bending process. and helps prevent wrinkling or deformation. 

Wellste also provides other supporting services, such as cutting, punching, turning, drilling, milling, welding, and more. 

They are customer-oriented and place great emphasis on quality control, ensuring that each product meets high standards. Wellste provides customers with a one-stop solution to meet their various aluminum pipe needs.

Overall, Welslte is a manufacturer specializing in bending aluminum pipe production. it has won the trust and praise with its high-quality products, customize capabilities, professional knowledge, and reliable services. 

Wellste meets customer requirements and provides high-quality solutions for various industries. Whether it is custom aluminum tube bending or other CNC machined aluminum parts.

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