Rashid Metals is a trusted manufacturer and supplier located in Muscat, Oman, specializing in high-quality Aluminium 3003 Forgings for a variety of industrial and commercial uses. With state-of-the-art forging facilities and rigorous quality control measures, the company guarantees products that adhere to international standards for consistency, durability, and performance. Rashid Metals is dedicated to providing forgings that boast an excellent surface finish, precise dimensions, and reliable mechanical properties. Backed by a team of skilled professionals, efficient logistics, and a strong focus on customer satisfaction, the company supplies Aluminium 3003 Forgings to the construction, manufacturing, and engineering sectors both regionally and globally.
Aluminium 3003 Forgings are crafted from an aluminium-manganese alloy, celebrated for its impressive corrosion resistance and moderate strength. The main components of this alloy are aluminium and manganese, with small amounts of other elements added to enhance its performance. This alloy is known for its good tensile strength, outstanding ductility, high formability, and dependable fatigue resistance. Additionally, Aluminium 3003 Forgings offer excellent weldability, thermal conductivity, and resistance to atmospheric and chemical corrosion under typical service conditions.
Standards : ASTM B247, B247
Specification : DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards
Flat bar blocks : up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs.
Cylinders and sleeves : up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length
Discs and hubs : up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs.
Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings : up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length
Rounds, shafts and step shafts : up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs.
| Grade | Al | Cr | Cu | Fe | Mg | Mn | Other Total | Si | Ti | Zn |
| min. | Remainder | – | 0.05 to 0.20% | 0.7% | – | 1.0 to 1.5% | 0.15% | 0.6% | – | 0.10% |
| Grade | Al | Cr | Cu | Fe | Mg | Mn | Other Total | Si | Ti | Zn |
| min. | Remainder | – | 0.05 to 0.20% | 0.7% | – | 1.0 to 1.5% | 0.15% | 0.6% | – | 0.10% |
| European Standard | OLD | WNr | UNS | ISO | USA (AA) | GERMANY (DIN) |
| AW-AlCu4Mg1 | AU4G1 | 3.0517 | A93003 | AlCu4Mg | 3003 | AlCuMg2 |
Aluminum 3003 offers excellent corrosion resistance, good formability, lightweight, and high strength-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for custom forgings in industries like aerospace, automotive, and construction.
Aluminum 3003 is not ideal for high-temperature forging applications due to its low strength at elevated temperatures. It is more suitable for applications requiring good formability at moderate temperatures.
Aluminum 3003 has good workability, making it easy to forge. Its excellent formability allows for smooth shaping, but it requires careful temperature control to avoid material damage during forging.
These forgings find their way into a wide array of applications where corrosion resistance, formability, and lightweight characteristics are crucial. You’ll often see them in heat exchangers, storage tanks, pressure vessels, and roofing components. They’re also utilized in chemical processing equipment, machinery for the food industry, and architectural structures. Other common applications include general fabrication, enclosures, and various industrial components, where ease of shaping, durability, and a long service life are key factors.






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Rashid Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Muscat, OMAN
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