Heat Treatment of 7075
Heat Treatment of 7075
(OP)
I have a leading edge chord made from 7075 .080. It was formed in 0 condition and heat treated to T6. After installing this piece it was found that it was not fitted correctly and required adjustments that should have been made while in 0 condition.
Does anyone know if it is possible to bring this piece back to 0, reform, then reheat treat back to T6?
The question was posed during troubleshooting where it was felt that the adjustment could be made as is, cracked the piece and a new piece manufactured correctly. Many manhours and expense later with lessons learned .... I'm sure a few of you have been there!
Any suggestions would be used in training and debrief.
Does anyone know if it is possible to bring this piece back to 0, reform, then reheat treat back to T6?
The question was posed during troubleshooting where it was felt that the adjustment could be made as is, cracked the piece and a new piece manufactured correctly. Many manhours and expense later with lessons learned .... I'm sure a few of you have been there!
Any suggestions would be used in training and debrief.





RE: Heat Treatment of 7075
RE: Heat Treatment of 7075
RE: Heat Treatment of 7075
Second when installing the part you should have your tech's install it wet with liquid shim. Let it set up 24 hours before installing the hardware.
Stache