Aluminum Alloy, Hand Forgings 8.0Zn - 1.0Cu - 1.6Mg - 0.12Zr (7037-T7452) Solution Heat Treated, Compression Stress Relieved, and Overaged (Composition similar to UNS A97037)
AMS4456
This specification covers an aluminum alloy in the form of hand forgings 11.000 inches (280 mm) and under in nominal thickness and of forging stock of any size (see 8.6).
Rationale: AMS4456B results from a Five-Year Review and update of this specification. This standard is being reviewed as part of the SAE Five-Year Review policy. The committee will look at possible changes to ordering information and other potential updates throughout the standard.