ALBEMET is an exceptional family of metal matrix composites, combining the inherent stiffness and low density of beryllium and the versatility of Aluminium.
One composition, AlBeMet AM 162, which is the most common composition, provide a set of physical and mechanical properties significantly superior to conventional aluminium.
AlBeMet AM162 is mostly produced as hot isostatically pressed (HIP'd) block. The grade obtained is AM162H : HIP'd billet, containing nominally 62 weight % beryllium. The input powder for HIP is the same as that for wrought product manufacture. HIP is carried out after degassing to remove adsorbed species such as water vapor.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

This combination of properties lends the material to stiffness, weight and thermally driven applications, typically satellite and military aircraft structures, military targeting and guidance systems, avionics thermal management applications, automotive component and motion control applications.