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Nov 19, 2014 | 11:46 AM

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core end tank material

am making some end tanks for intercooler core, was wondering what type of material should i use.

Nov 19, 2014 | 11:47 AM

that-guy

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Re: core end tank material

typically use 1/8" 6061

Nov 19, 2014 | 09:28 PM

Alex L.

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Re: core end tank material

If you plan on braking the tanks, 5052 would be my recommendation.

Nov 20, 2014 | 08:35 AM

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Re: core end tank material

x2 ^^^ 5052 is bendable

6061 will break when you bend it.

Nov 20, 2014 | 09:10 AM

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Re: core end tank material

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x2 ^^^ 5052 is bendable

6061 will break when you bend it.

if you go under the minimum bend allowance, yes...fabrication/engineering 101

Nov 21, 2014 | 03:27 AM

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Re: core end tank material

i've used .063 6061 for the past 4-5 years with success. it rolls and bends without any issues. but 5052 is recommended for bending.

Nov 23, 2014 | 02:24 PM

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Re: core end tank material

You can also anneal your 6061 before bending it to remove the T6 temper which is why it sucks to bend.

When you weld it together the T6 temper goes away at the joints anyway.

core end tank material

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