NPFC - MIL-DTL-32505
ARMOR PLATE, ALUMINUM, ALLOYS 7017 and 7020, WELDABLE
| Organization: | NPFC |
| Publication Date: | 15 January 2021 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 30 |
scope:
Scope.
This specification covers two wrought aluminum armor plate alloys for welded and non-welded applications in nominal thicknesses from 0.500 to 4.000 inch, inclusive (see 6.2). The weldability of wrought aluminum alloy AA7017 armor has been determined for class I armor for these thicknesses, only; 1.000" and 1.500". Class I (AA7017) material is a direct replacement for MIL-DTL-46063H w/Amendment 2 material, namely AA7039 for new design and if specified (see 6.2), for old design or repair/replacement. The weldability of wrought aluminum alloy AA7020 armor has been determined for class II armor for these thicknesses, only; 1.000" and 1.500".
intended Use:
The armor specified herein is intended for use on combat and tactical vehicles to protect the occupants against small arms fire, fragments, and shrapnel. Class II (AA7020) has better inherent... View More
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