Aluminum sheet plates for tank trucks in South Africa
Sample： A4 Sized
Payment Terms： L/C,D/P,T/T
Delivery time： Within 15-30 Days
Email Us:sale06@mingtai-al.com
Aluminum sheet plates are commonly used in the manufacturing of tank trucks in South Africa due to their lightweight, corrosion resistance, and durability.
Aluminum sheet plates Applications in Tank Trucks
Fuel & Chemical Transport: Aluminum is preferred for its resistance to corrosion from fuels, chemicals, and harsh environments.
Food & Beverage Transport: Non-reactive and hygienic, suitable for edible liquids like milk and oils.
Water Tankers: Lightweight yet strong, improving fuel efficiency.
Key Aluminum Grades Used
AA 5083 / AA 5454 / AA6061: High corrosion resistance, ideal for chemical and fuel tanks.
AA 5754 / AA 5052: Good weldability and formability, used for general-purpose tankers.
AA 3105 / AA 3003: Used for less corrosive applications like water transport.
6061 Aluminum plates Physical Properties
| Alloy | Temper | Thickness mm |
Tensile Strength Rm/Mpa Min. |
Yield Strength Rp0.2/Mpa Min. |
Elongation % Min. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6061 | O | >6 | ≤150 | ≤85 | 16 |
| T4 | >6 | 205 | 110 | 18 | |
| T6 | >6 | 205 | 240 | 9 |
6061 Chemical Composition % Max.
| Alloy | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Mg | Cr | Ni | Zn | Ti | Zr | Other | Al | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Each | Total | ||||||||||||
| 6061 | 0.40 -0.8 |
0.70 | 0.15 -0.40 |
0.15 | 0.8 -1.2 |
0.04 -0.35 |
– | 0.25 | 0.15 | – | 0.05 | 0.15 | Remainder |
Benefits of Aluminum sheet plates in Tank Trucks
Weight Reduction: Improves fuel efficiency and payload capacity.
Corrosion Resistance: Extends lifespan compared to steel.
Low Maintenance: Resistant to rust, reducing repair costs.
Recyclability: Eco-friendly and cost-effective in the long run.
Would you like recommendations based on a specific tank truck application (fuel, chemical, food-grade, etc.)?
Contact Mingtai Aluminum
Email: sale06@mingtai-al.com
WhatsApp: wa.me/+86-17320140933