The application of aluminum-steel bimetal in manufacturing

In today's industry, no one is unfamiliar with names like aluminum or steel. But when a material that is both light, durable, and easy to work with is needed, aluminum-steel bimetal is becoming an increasingly popular choice.

The combination of two seemingly opposite metals, aluminum and steel, opens up a perfect solution that balances technical and economic aspects.

What is aluminum-steel bimetal and why should it be used?

Aluminum-steel bimetal is a material consisting of two layers of metal firmly bonded together, typically steel at the core and aluminum on the surface. Depending on technical requirements, they can be produced by hot rolling, explosive welding, pressure bonding, or friction welding.

The value of this material lies in the "complementarity" between the two layers:

• Aluminum: light, good electrical conductor, rust-resistant.
  
• Steel: hard, high strength, low cost.

When combined, aluminum-steel bimetal provides a material that is durable, light, and cost-effective. With these characteristics, it is very suitable for applications requiring light weight but still capable of bearing heavy loads, such as electrical busbars, equipment posts, light mechanical structures, etc.

Practical applications and technical requirements

Not only appearing in technical documents, aluminum-steel bimetal is increasingly present in actual production:

In the electrical industry, it is used to create connections between copper and aluminum equipment, reducing contact resistance. In mechanics, it is used for frame components, base plates, and light load-bearing structures. In construction, it is used for door frames, cladding panels, electrical conduits, etc., being both light and aesthetically pleasing. However, to fully exploit its potential, the fabrication and welding techniques for bimetal are crucial.

Welding aluminum-steel is not easy, as these two metals have different thermal properties. Therefore, you need to choose correctly:

Specialized aluminum welding wire, such as the type distributed by Kenta Vietnam, with clear origin from SAFRA – Italy. Welding techniques advised by experts, especially if you have not worked with bimetal before. This is also why many customers trust Kenta not only for the quality of materials but also for the comprehensive construction consulting service.

Kenta VietNam – A reliable supplier of bimetal, aluminum sheets, and welding wire

Not every place has suitable bimetal or aluminum materials available for connection with steel. Kenta Vietnam is currently a supplier of:

• Aluminum sheets, aluminum coils of various grades: 1050, 5052, 6061...
  
• Genuine imported aluminum welding wire – aluminum welding rods.
  
• Technical consulting for aluminum-steel welding for projects using bimetal.
  
• Fast delivery, readily available stock in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hai Duong, Thai Binh, and Binh Duong.

Kenta is not just a place to sell goods. We accompany customers from material selection to construction, helping to ensure durability and operational efficiency in the end. If you are a manufacturer of electrical equipment, mechanical products, furniture, or construction structures – applying bimetal is a step forward in optimizing materials and costs. And if you need a partner to supply high-quality aluminum, suitable welding wire, and a systematic technical solution, please contact Kenta VietNam.