What is BS L 172 - Forging stock of aluminium-zinc-magnesium-manganese-copper alloy about?
BS L 172 is an international standard used for forging stock. This helps in manufacturing good quality forging stock of aluminium-zinc-magnesium-manganese-copper alloy.
BS L 172 specifies the chemical composition, heat treatment, mechanical properties, and the inspection and testing procedures applicable to extruded, rolled, or cast forging stock of aluminium-zinc-magnesium- manganese-copper alloy intended for the manufacture of forgings complying with BS L 171.
Who is BS L 172 - Forging stock of aluminium-zinc-magnesium-manganese-copper alloy for?
BS L 172 on Forging stock of aluminium-zinc-magnesium-manganese-copper alloy is useful for:
- The aerospace and defence industry  
- Manufacturers of aerospace equipment and components  
- Vendors / Manufacturers and suppliers of sheet and strip steel for aerospace 
- Purchase divisions/component sourcing personnel 
- Product design engineers  
- Aeronautical engineers 
Why should you use BS L 172 - Forging stock of aluminium-zinc-magnesium-manganese-copper alloy?
Forgings and forged stocks are metals and alloys that are thermo-mechanically pressed or forged into bars, rods, or other shapes.
BS L 172 specifies the technical requirements which can be used according to their operational requirements. This also specifies the dimensions and chemical compositions of these alloys. With the help of BS L 172, you can determine the mechanical properties of these alloys. The inspection helps you in identifying the defects and failures of these forging stocks.
By applying BS L 172, you can standardize the manufacturing process which results in producing good quality forging stock of aluminium-zinc-magnesium-manganese-copper alloy used in aerospace applications.
