Todays Project - What did you do today?

[PixMan]

(05-31-2015, 08:13 PM)TomG Wrote: I finally got around to doing a bit of machining on the AR15 forgings I had acquired. Got the outside contour milled and the numerous holes and slots cut for the safety, mag release and hammer pivot, etc. It's been a while since I've machined any 7075 and I must admit, the stuff is pretty impressive. Nice sharp end mills are a must.

Tom


 

I love 7075. It's incredibly strong for aluminum, machines a little tougher than 6061-T651 but the tensile strength and dimensional stability is superior. A place not far from me that specializes in AR15 type guns and accessories uses that 7075 for anything where steel isn't absolutely required. And they make top-notch stuff.

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