Most customer prefer to choose anodized aluminum sheet for its decorative and functional properties, when bare or coated aluminum is doesn’t have sufficient performance, doesn’t provide sufficient protection, or doesn’t have the desired aesthetic properties.An anodized surface actually improves the natural aluminum alloy sheet surface, making it more attractive, scratch resistant, corrosion resistant, and giving it the ability to add color the natural aluminum surface called color coated aluminium.
Anodizing is a process of electrolytic passivation, greatly increasing and enhancing the oxide layer that naturally forms on aluminum plate sheet .
Anodized aluminum sheet usually applications is virtually unlimited. It is very environmentally friendly. Unlike other metal treatments, there are heavy metals, halogens, or volatile chemicals used in the process. The anodized aluminum itself is 100% recyclable.On the other hand ,anodized aluminum can be easily cleaned with most common cleaning solutions, or even just water. Caustic solutions should be avoided.Some applications are: reflectors, appliance and automotive trim, decorative trim, signage, cookware, interior architectural, ceiling panels, nameplates, and electronic uses.
Typical aluminum sheet alloys are 1090, 5657, 5005, and 5205.Should you wish to find out more about the aluminum we supply, simply contact us Email:sarah@aluminium24.eu.