Choose Aluminium Round bar in grade 2011 T3 if you’re looking for an alloy that both machines exceptionally well & has a high mechanical strength. This material is often referred to as a ' Free Machining Alloy, ' as it is well suited for use in automatic lathes. It’s feasible to produce complex & detailed parts with these machining characteristics. 2011 T3 is a slightly more specialist grade & therefore does not have as good resistance to corrosion. This alloy works particularly well in applications that require manufactured parts, normally made from repetition machining. These may include: Road transport Parts for white goods & other appliances Fasteners & Fittings