VT machining offers CNC Gear Hobbing for 7050 Aluminum (UNS A97050 / EN AW-7050), typically supplied T7451. Better stress-corrosion and through-thickness properties than 7075 in thick plate.
CNC Gear Hobbing Notes for 7050 Aluminum
Gear teeth in 7050 Aluminum are cut to your accuracy class; heat treatment is optional depending on load.
Process Data for CNC Gear Hobbing 7050 Aluminum
| Heat-treat route | None (used as supplied) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy as cut | ISO 1328 class 8-9 (AGMA 9-10) |
| Module range | 0.3-6 |
| Hobbing speed (HSS-E / carbide) | 100 / 320 m/min |
| Hob | HSS-E (PM) coated hob; carbide for dry hobbing |
| Gear types | External spur and helical, splines, worm wheels |
Typical values for 7050 Aluminum, T7451; confirmed on the first part.
7050 Aluminum Data Relevant to CNC Gear Hobbing
| Equivalent designations | UNS A97050 / EN AW-7050 |
|---|---|
| Typical supply condition | T7451 |
| Hardness (typical) | ~140 HB |
| Tensile strength | ~510 MPa |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
More on CNC Gear Hobbing Aluminum
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc gear hobbing guidance for all aluminum grades are on our CNC Gear Hobbing Aluminum page.
No drawing yet? Sketch the part in our free 3D + 2D builder and send it with your RFQ.
Quoting CNC Gear Hobbing 7050 Aluminum
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 7050 Aluminum and its condition (we usually see it supplied T7451), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
7050 Aluminum in Other Processes
Related
Send the drawing, the 7050 Aluminum condition and the quantity — pricing and lead time come back the same or next business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Gear Hobbing 7050 Aluminum?
CNC Gear Hobbing prototypes for 7050 Aluminum can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.
What surface finish is achievable on 7050 Aluminum with CNC Gear Hobbing?
Surface finish on 7050 Aluminum is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Does CNC Gear Hobbing 7050 Aluminum require dedicated tooling?
Most 7050 Aluminum gear cutting work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Gear Hobbing 7050 Aluminum?
We machine 7050 Aluminum across a broad size range; share your part envelope for confirmation.
Why is 7050 Aluminum a good choice for CNC Gear Hobbing?
7050 Aluminum is lightweight with excellent machinability, which makes it well suited to CNC Gear Hobbing. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 7050 Aluminum gear cutting part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Gear Hobbing on 7050 Aluminum?
Machined 7050 Aluminum edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.