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10.04.2008, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MetalMan View Post
I'll save some trouble by declaring that I am unfamiliar with 5005 aluminum. However, I just looked up some information on it at McMaster-Carr and it turns out 5005 is not suitable at all compared to 6061; it has poor hardness, has a lower yield strength than PVC, and is more difficult to machine than 6061.
Sounds ike junk, what would one use it for? Roofing?
   
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