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Magnesium · Product form

Magnesium Forgings

Who can forge this part in this alloy, and can they take the size and weight?

What it is

Parts shaped by compressive force while hot, producing grain flow that follows the part contour and mechanical properties superior to machining the same shape from plate or bar. Sold as open die, closed die, ring rolled or isothermal depending on geometry and volume.

Typical dimensions
Ounces to well over 10,000 lb depending on press capacity.
Also known as
forged parts, forged components, die forgings, rolled rings, hand forgings

Suppliers

Grouped by what they actually are. A mill and a distributor answer different needs.

Distributors and stockists 1

Companies that hold inventory for resale. Faster and available in small quantities, at a markup. Ask what mill the material came from if traceability matters.

  • Cerritos, CA · Distributor

    Distributor stock. Establish grade and mill certification per heat rather than from the catalog listing.

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