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An Example in Aluminum Casting   The Corvette Brake Pedal

Aluminum 535 F

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The 535 F aluminum alloy
  • The aluminum 535 F alloy has excellent strength and very high ductility, but its yield strength is less than the specification.
  • The 535F alloy has exceptional corrosion resistance, because there is no significant copper content.
  • But the alloy has low fluidity and is susceptible to hot-tearing. For that reason it is not a good choice for the brake pedal with its narrow cross-section and extended length.

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