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Aluminum Extrusion

MXY Machining Aluminum Extrusion services craft lightweight, durable, and corrosion-resistant components with complex cross-sectional profiles, ideal for a wide range of applications.

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What is Aluminum Extrusion?

Aluminum Extrusion is a manufacturing process where aluminum alloy is heated and forced through a shaped die to create long, continuous sections with a consistent cross-sectional profile. This process is ideal for producing lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant components used in industries like construction, automotive, aerospace, and electronics. Aluminum extrusion allows for the creation of complex designs, with applications ranging from structural frameworks to custom profiles for specific engineering requirements.

Benefits of Aluminum Extrusion

Aluminum extrusion offers outstanding efficiency, flexibility, and cost savings for custom profile manufacturing. It produces complex shapes in one step with minimal waste, beating machining, laser, or waterjet for long-length profiles. Extruded parts are lightweight, strong, corrosion-resistant, and highly thermally conductive. The process supports nearly unlimited cross-sectional designs, tight consistency, and fast production for low to high volumes. Aluminum is fully recyclable, eco-friendly, and finishes easily. Compared to fabrication or casting, extrusion reduces labor, shortens lead times, and delivers higher repeatability, making it ideal for structural, thermal, and aesthetic components.
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Aluminum Extrusion Standard Tolerances

Aluminum extrusion standard tolerances follow ISO‑6362‑4, affected by alloy, wall thickness and profile complexity. Tighter precision is achievable via secondary machining. Specify critical dimensional requirements on your engineering drawings.

Profile Dimension
Standard Tolerance
Angular Tolerance
Straightness Tolerance

Up to 25 mm

± 0.15 mm

± 0.5°

± 0.5 mm per meter

25 mm – 50 mm

± 0.25 mm

± 0.5°

± 0.8 mm per meter

50 mm – 100 mm

± 0.35 mm

± 0.8°

± 1.0 mm per meter

Over 100 mm

± 0.50 mm

0.30 mm – 0.40 mm

± 1.0°

Aluminum Extrusion Service Capabilities

Our aluminum extrusion service manufactures custom cross‑section profiles with multiple alloy grades. Supports prototype and mass‑batch production. Secondary cutting and machining are available to match customer CAD drawing requirements.

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We extrude 6063, 6061, 6005, and other industrial-grade aluminum alloys. These grades offer high strength, formability, corrosion resistance, and excellent finishing for structural, thermal, and decorative applications.
Aluminum-Extrusion-Service-Capabilites-(Profile-&-Size-Range)
MXY Machining produce custom solid and hollow profiles up to 250 mm width and lengths from 1 meter to 12 meters. Complex shapes, slots, fins, and integrated features are formed in a single operation.
Aluminum-Extrusion-Service-Capabilites-(Tooling-&-Production)
Our in-house die design and CNC tooling enable fast prototyping and mass production. High-pressure extrusion presses ensure consistent wall thickness, smooth surfaces, and stable profile geometry.
Aluminum-Extrusion-Service-Capabilites-(Secondary-Services)
We provide cutting, drilling, milling, tapping, bending, welding, deburring, anodizing, powder coating, and assembly for complete finished components.
Aluminum-Extrusion-Service-Capabilites-(Quality-Compliance-&-Inspection-Standards)
Production follows ISO 9001 standards with full dimensional inspection. Each batch is verified for straightness, surface quality, and mechanical properties for reliable performance.

Lead Time for Aluminum Extrusion Services

Lead time for aluminum extrusion services includes tooling creation and production cycles. New custom profiles need longer turnaround. Standard batch production takes 10‑18 business days; existing dies shorten delivery schedules significantly.

Order Classification
Project Features
Standard Lead Time

Standard Order

Existing die, simple profiles, medium volume

7–10 business days

New Die Order

Custom profile requiring new tooling

15–20 business days

Rush Order

Urgent production with existing dies

3–5 business days

Aluminum Extrusion Materials

We work with a wide range of certified, traceable materials selected to match your performance, regulatory, and application requirements. Our engineers provide DFM guidance to optimize your plastic and metal parts design for manufacturing. Contact us or upload a CAD file for material options, instant quotes, and custom production solutions.

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6061 Aluminum

Most versatile grade for aluminum CNC machining. Balanced strength, great corrosion resistance and excellent anodizing performance, widely used for general‑purpose structural parts, fixtures and enclosures.
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6063 Aluminum

Cost‑effective medical metal. Excellent mechanical strength, corrosion‑proof, supports multiple sterilization methods. Common for surgical tools, clamps and non‑permanent medical hardware.
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7075 Aluminum

High‑strength alloy for aluminum CNC machining. Offers outstanding tensile strength for high‑load scenarios; less corrosion resistant, common in aerospace and automation fixtures.
 
Aluminum CNC Machining Materials 7050 Aluminum

7050 Aluminum

7050 aluminum for aluminum CNC machining delivers high strength‑to‑weight ratio, improved corrosion resistance and fracture toughness. Preferred for critical aerospace structural parts and high‑stress custom machined components.
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5251 Aluminum

5251 aluminum for aluminum CNC machining delivers medium strength, excellent weldability and corrosion resistance. Best for marine panels, vehicle housings and welded structural parts processed from sheet and plate stock。
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5052 Aluminum

Corrosion‑resistant alloy for aluminum CNC machining. Good ductility, suited for marine and outdoor‑exposed parts, works well for combined CNC and sheet metal projects.
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2024 Aluminum

High‑fatigue‑resistance alloy for aluminum CNC machining. High mechanical strength, limited corrosion resistance, mainly selected for aviation and high‑stress structural components.
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EN AW-2007

EN AW‑2007 for aluminum CNC machining offers outstanding free‑machining performance for high‑speed turning and threading. Ideal for threaded fasteners and precision turned parts; surface protection is required due to low corrosion resistance。

Specialist industries

Having produced millions of parts, MXY Machining holds deep knowledge in numerous applications. We excel particularly in industries requiring precise and intricate component fabrication. Trust us to deliver expertise and quality, no matter the complexity.

Automotive Industry

MXY Machining supports the automotive industry with cutting-edge CNC machining solutions, enabling the production of complex parts that drive efficiency

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For the semiconductor industry, MXY Machining offers CNC machining services that meet the high precision demands necessary for manufacturing components

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Our CNC machining services are pivotal in the energy sector, where precision and durability are essential. MXY Machining supports the

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MXY Machining is a trusted partner in the industrial machinery sector, offering CNC machining solutions that ensure the robust and

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MXY Machining delivers precision machining solutions for the electronics industry, producing intricate components that meet the exacting standards required for

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MXY Machining offers specialized CNC machining services for the communications industry, crafting precision parts that are vital for the infrastructure

Why Choose MXY Machining?

Global customers trust MXY Machining for reliable custom precision manufacturing solutions. We use certified raw materials and advanced automated equipment to deliver tight‑tolerance parts for both prototype and high‑volume orders. Our strict in‑house quality control system conducts full dimensional testing to guarantee consistent batch quality. Offering in‑house surface finishing and DFM design support, we cut extra outsourcing work. With responsive project management, transparent pricing and on‑time delivery, we serve automotive, electronics and industrial sectors worldwide.

Material Excellence

We use only the highest-grade materials, ensuring durability and performance in every sheet fabrication project.

Fabrication Precision

Our cutting-edge technology and machinery allow for precise, efficient, and cost-effective sheet fabrication solutions.

Design Adaptability

We offer extensive customization options to perfectly align with your project specifications and design requirements.

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Bring Your Designs to Life with MXY Machining

Experience precision engineering with MXY Machining. From detailed prototypes to high-volume production, we’re here to turn your concepts into reality. Contact us today to discuss your project needs!

Our Aluminum Extrusion service capabilities

As a leader in precision manufacturing, we offer a wide range of capabilities that cater to both one-off prototyping and low-volume production. We specialize in delivering geometrically complex and highly cosmetic parts, ensuring the highest quality standards. At MXY Machining, we pride ourselves on being the go-to manufacturer for all your Aluminum Extrusion needs, providing reliable and efficient solutions under one roof.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Aluminum Extrusion

  • Can aluminum extrusion handle complex designs?

    Yes, aluminum extrusion can produce highly intricate and custom profiles, making it suitable for applications requiring complex geometries and precision. 

  • Is aluminum extrusion eco-friendly?

    Absolutely. Aluminum is highly recyclable, and the extrusion process minimizes waste, making it an environmentally sustainable manufacturing option. 

  • What materials are used in aluminum extrusion?

    Aluminum alloys, such as 6061 and 6063, are commonly used due to their excellent mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and suitability for extrusion. 

  • What secondary processes are available for extruded aluminum?

    Secondary processes include machining, cutting, drilling, anodizing, powder coating, and assembly, allowing for fully customized solutions. 

  • How strong are aluminum extrusions?

    Aluminum extrusions offer excellent strength-to-weight ratios, making them suitable for structural applications that demand durability and reliability. 

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