Specialty Alloy Products

Aluminum stock is lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant, making it a preferred choice for a range of applications. It is highly machinable with excellent thermal and electric conductivity, making it even more versatile. We offer heat-treated aluminum in various grades, including:

• 6061
• 2024
• 2219
• 7075
• 7050

These materials can also be customized through specific tempering processes to meet the demands of various applications.

Stainless steel is a chromium and nickel alloy with superior hardness and corrosion resistance. It is easy to fabricate, easy to clean, and hygienic. We stock stainless steel in the following grade series:

• 300 Series: High nickel and molybdenum alloy; high corrosion resistance; high-temperature resistance
• 400 Series: Carbon and sulfur alloy; high-strength; wear-resistant; magnetic properties
• 15-5, 17-4, & 13-8PH Series: Copper and aluminum alloy; balance of corrosion resistance and strength

Stainless steel also maintains its integrity at elevated temperatures and is resistant to oxidation and scaling.

Steel alloys are engineered to improve strength, toughness, hardness, corrosion resistance, and machinability. Common low-alloy steels include:

• 4330: Nickel-chromium-molybdenum alloy; high-strength; heat-treatable; resistant to wear, impact, and cracking
• 4340: Similar to 4330 with added carbon; superior fatigue resistance and impact strength under repeated stress cycles
• 300M: Specialized modification of 4340 with added silicon for increased fatigue performance, heat resistance, and higher yield and tensile strength

These alloys are ideal for applications like aerospace landing gear and critical structural components.

Titanium performs well at high and low temperatures. It has a high strength-to-weight ratio and low thermal conductivity. Our titanium grades include:

• 6AL-4V: High-strength aluminum-vanadium alloy; remarkable fatigue and corrosion resistance
• CP Grades: Unalloyed with increasing levels of oxygen to influence strength and ductility, superior corrosion resistance
• 3AL-2.5V: Moderate-strength aluminum-vanadium alloy; excellent corrosion resistance and fatigue performance; good weldability

Titanium is an ideal choice for advanced applications like jet engines and spacecraft.

Inconel is a high-performance nickel-chromium superalloy with exceptional heat, oxidation, and corrosion resistance, making it a go-to choice for extreme-environment applications like jet and rocket engines. Inconel retains its superior mechanical strength and structural integrity at high and cryogenic temperatures. It resists creep and deformation under intense stress and heat. It also operates effectively in conditions containing aggressive acids or chloride ions.

At Tailwind, we offer the highest-quality, aerospace-compliant metal sheet, plate, and extrusions in various materials and grades. Contact us today to request a quote or ask about our supply chain management solutions.