Aluminium Tooling Plate

When it comes to aluminium tooling plates, Colt Materials is your go-to supplier. We pride ourselves on offering an extensive selection of aluminium plates in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and grades to meet the needs of various industries and applications. Whether you're looking for a single sheet or bulk quantities, we’re confident that we have the right solution for you, readily available from stock and ready for prompt dispatch.

What is an Aluminium Tooling Plate?

Aluminium tooling plates are precision-engineered metal sheets known for their exceptional flatness and tight thickness tolerances. These features make them ideal for applications where dimensional accuracy is crucial. Unlike standard aluminium sheets, tooling plates are manufactured with a uniform, fine-grain structure that enhances their mechanical stability, making them highly resistant to warping and deformation over time.

In addition to their structural benefits, aluminium tooling plates offer excellent corrosion resistance, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. They are also easy to weld and anodise, further expanding their versatility across a range of technical and decorative applications.

What are Aluminium Tooling Plates Used For?

Aluminium tooling plates are used in an incredibly diverse set of industries due to their adaptability and performance characteristics. You’ll find them in:

• Machining and Fabrication: Ideal for jigs, fixtures, and machine beds.

• Electronics and Computing: Used in structural components and heat sinks.

• Medical and Pharmaceutical Equipment: Valued for cleanliness, precision, and corrosion resistance.

• Food Processing Machinery: Suitable due to their hygienic properties and easy-to-clean surface.

• Automotive and Aerospace Sectors: Utilised in parts and assemblies requiring high strength-to-weight ratios.

• Printing and Moulding Templates: Preferred for flatness and stability under pressure.

Their high tensile strength, ductility, and excellent machinability make aluminium tooling plates the preferred choice for engineers and manufacturers who require both performance and reliability.

Various Aluminium Tooling Plates

At Colt Materials, we stock a comprehensive range of aluminium alloys to suit virtually any requirement. Popular grades include:

• 5083: Excellent corrosion resistance and strength.

• 6063 & 6082: Good for general machining and structural applications.

• 2011 & 2014: Known for high mechanical strength and machinability.

Our aluminium tooling plates are available in a variety of forms, including rolled, cast, and moulded options. Whether you need material for CNC machining, mould making, or structural components, we have the right specification for your project.

We are your local aluminium stockholders and if you can't find what you are looking for, give us a call on 0121 227 7788, our knowledgeable and friendly team are on hand to answer any questions you have and, to help you place your orders.

Why Choose Colt Materials?

We’re more than just a metal stockholder we’re your local partner in aluminium supply. Our team brings years of experience and in-depth product knowledge, allowing us to offer not just materials, but solutions. If you can’t find the exact aluminium tooling plate you’re after, just give us a call on 0121 227 7788. Our friendly, professional staff are always ready to help you find the best product for your needs and assist with placing your order.

Trust Colt Materials for high-quality aluminium tooling plates, reliable service, and competitive pricing everything you need, all in one place.