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Designing
for Manufacturability
Part
of OER’s philosophy in manufacturing is to go beyond simply
producing and shipping parts to our customers. We take pride
in the quality of our work, and the relationships we build
with our customers. We are here to help you by delivering
the best possible products for your specific requirements.
Sometimes, that involves educating
customers on ways in which their product designs can be improved.
A common design error that we encounter involves the selection
of specific aluminum alloys. Do you know the difference between
6061-T6 aluminum and 5052-H32 aluminum?
6061-T6 has a higher tensile strength, which can lead to
cracking when subjected to a tight bend radius. "T6" is perfect
for flat panels, particularly a front panel on a rack-mounted
enclosure.
5052-H32 aluminum is significantly less expensive than "T6"
and much easier to bend. For most sheet metal requirements,
especially brackets or other bent parts, 5052-H32 is the best
choice.
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