Precision Machining for Aluminum-Lithium Alloys

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High-Strength, Lightweight Components for Demanding Industries

Aluminum-Lithium alloys, such as 2099 and 2090, combine the lightweight characteristics of aluminum with enhanced strength, stiffness, and corrosion resistance provided by lithium. These advanced materials are ideal for weight-sensitive applications in aerospace, marine, and high-performance engineering.

CRP Meccanica specializes in CNC machining and DMLS with CNC post-processing of Aluminum-Lithium alloys, ensuring superior precision, mechanical integrity, and surface quality.

In particular, CRP Meccanica offers high-precision CNC milling and CNC lathing of 2099 and 2090 Aluminum-Lithium alloys, delivering tight tolerances and optimized performance for mission-critical components across the most demanding industries.

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CNC and EDM	DMLS + CNC	Rapid Casting + CNC
2090, 2099	–	–

When should you use Aluminum Lithium alloys like 2090 or 2099?

Opt for these alloys when you need maximum weight savings without sacrificing stiffness, fatigue resistance, or corrosion performance – especially for aerospace, marine, or electric‑vehicle structural components. They enable lighter structures with excellent mechanical integrity in high‑stress, lightweight‑sensitive applications. The best choice for high temperature Aluminum applications where all else would fail.

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Why Choose CRP Meccanica for Aluminum-Lithium Alloy Machining?

Looking for precision machining of Aluminum-Lithium alloys?

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