Aluminum Shavings - Sawmill filings

Aluminum Shavings

Aluminum shavings, also known as chips, turnings, or swarf, are byproducts of metal machining processes. They are valued for their high surface area, purity, and bright metallic appearance, making them suitable for recycling as well as a wide range of artistic, decorative, industrial, and scientific applications.

Product Specifications

Applications and Benefits:

• Arts and crafts for texture and metallic visual effects
• Epoxy and resin art including tables, jewelry, and decorative figures
• Orgonite and cloudbuster production
• Model making and decorative seasonal items
• Lost-wax casting for jewelry and handmade products
• Scrap recycling and remelting into aluminum ingots
• Metallurgical deoxidizers and aluminum briquette manufacturing
• Chemical and scientific applications requiring high surface area materials
• Water treatment, fuel cell, solar, catalyst, and CVD applications

Caution:

Aluminum shavings may have sharp edges and should be handled using appropriate personal protective equipment, including gloves and eye protection. Fine aluminum dust may pose a respiratory hazard if inhaled in large quantities. Ensure proper ventilation and cleanup. Aluminum shavings should be recycled whenever possible and kept free of excessive oils or coolants for safe handling and higher scrap value.