This specification covers an aluminum alloy in the form of extruded bars, rods, and profiles 0.250 to 2.000 inches (6.35 to 50.80 mm) in nominal thickness and up to 32 square inches (206 cm2), inclusive, in cross-sectional area (see 8.5).
Rationale:
AMS4344G results from a Five-Year Review and update of this specification with changes to update wording to prohibit unauthorized exceptions (see 3.4.1.1, 3.7, and 8.4), update Applicable Documents (see Section 2) and wording for Overaging Heat Treatment (see 3.3.2), relocate Definitions (see 2.4), and remove obsolete weight criteria for ultrasonic testing (see 3.5.1).
Related Topics:
Aluminum alloys
Heat treatment
Extrusion
Also known as: SAE AMS 4344
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