1350 Series 2024-T861 Aluminum Adapter Flange 110mm Bolt Circle Diameter for Dodge Charger (2006-2014), Chrysler 300 (2006-2014), Pontiac GTO (2005-2006), Chevy Camaro (2010-2021), Cadillac CTS-V (2016+), 10L80, 6L80, 6L90, 8L90, TR-6060, TR-3160

When designing the new Composite Drivelines bondable ends and flanges, one of the major considerations was material selection. The automotive standard for aluminum drivetrain components is 6061-T651 aluminum. This material is very well known and widely used for a few major reasons including cost, machinability, and weldability.

In looking for a more premium product, Composite Drivelines conducted a thorough materials analysis and determined 2024-T861 offered several benefits over the traditional 6061. The first benefit is a 60% increase in yield strength (the amount of force required to permanently deflect the material).

Additionally, there is a 43% increase in fatigue life (the increase in life given the same loading conditions). Lastly, a 21% increase in maximum service temperature. These improvements do come at a minor increase in material cost as well as increased machining difficulty, which we have accounted for in our designs.

SOMETHING COOL 2024-T861 was used as the structure for the Space Shuttle due to its high strength and resistance to heat and fatigue. The Composite Drivelines components are truly made from a space grade material.