VT machining offers CNC Turning for 1050 Aluminum (UNS A91050 / EN AW-1050A), typically supplied O / H14. Commercially pure; very soft and gummy, so sharp polished tools and high rake are needed.
CNC Turning Notes for 1050 Aluminum
1050 Aluminum turns with good chip control at standard cutting data.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of 1050 Aluminum weighs about 0.27 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Turning 1050 Aluminum
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 400-1000 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed | 0.1-0.4 mm/rev |
| Spindle speed, Ø25 mm bar | 5090-12730 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO N — sharp, polished, uncoated or DLC |
| Coolant | Emulsion or MQL; polished uncoated or DLC tools |
Starting values for 1050 Aluminum, O / H14; optimised on the first article.
1050 Aluminum Data Relevant to CNC Turning
| Equivalent designations | UNS A91050 / EN AW-1050A |
|---|---|
| Key composition | Al ≥99.5% |
| Typical supply condition | O / H14 |
| Hardness (typical) | ~20-35 HB |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
How 1050 Aluminum Differs
Commercially pure; very soft and gummy, so sharp polished tools and high rake are needed.
Typical applications: Reflectors, chemical tanks, electrical parts.
1050 Aluminum vs Similar Grades
| 1050 Aluminum | 1060 Aluminum | 1070 Aluminum | 1100 Aluminum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key composition | Al ≥99.5% | Al ≥99.6% | Al ≥99.7% | Al ≥99.0%, Cu 0.05-0.2% |
| Hardness | ~20-35 HB | ~20-35 HB | ~18-30 HB | ~23-32 HB |
| Tensile (MPa) | ~75-125 | ~70-110 | ~65-105 | ~90-125 |
| Typical use | Reflectors, chemical tanks, electrical parts | Busbars, heat sinks, signage | Electrical conductors, capacitor foil | Spun parts, fin stock, nameplates |
More on CNC Turning Aluminum
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc turning guidance for all aluminum grades are on our CNC Turning Aluminum page.
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Quoting CNC Turning 1050 Aluminum
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 1050 Aluminum and its condition (we usually see it supplied O / H14), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What surface finish is achievable on 1050 Aluminum with CNC Turning?
Surface finish on 1050 Aluminum is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Why is 1050 Aluminum a good choice for CNC Turning?
1050 Aluminum is lightweight with excellent machinability, which makes it well suited to CNC Turning. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 1050 Aluminum turning part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
Can VT machining make custom 1050 Aluminum parts to my drawing?
Yes. 1050 Aluminum turning is made to order from your CAD/2D drawing. Share your geometry, material grade, tolerance and quantity and we will confirm feasibility, lead time and pricing.
What is CNC Turning 1050 Aluminum and how is it done?
CNC Turning 1050 Aluminum refers to cNC turning rotates the workpiece against a single-point tool to produce cylindrical features, threads and grooves. Applied to 1050 Aluminum — lightweight with excellent machinability — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.