Strong Oxidation Capacity The affinity between aluminum and oxygen is very strong. It is easy to combine with oxygen in the air to form a dense and solid Al2O3 film with a thickness of about 0.1 μ m. The melting point is as high as 2050 ℃, far exceeding the melting point of aluminum and aluminum alloys, and the density is very large, about 1.4 times that of aluminum. In the welding process, alumina film will hinder the good bonding between metals and easily cause slag inclusion. The oxide film will also absorb water, which will promote the formation of pores in the weld during welding. These defects will reduce Read more