Aluminum Forged Discs

In engineering applications with increasing requirements for high strength and high reliability, forged discs have become ideal materials for key load-bearing, rotating, sealing and other structural parts. Compared with traditional forming methods such as casting, cutting or welding, forged discs have better metal structure, stronger mechanical properties and longer service life, and are widely used in aerospace, energy equipment, military manufacturing, general machinery and mold substrates.

Relying on advanced forging production lines and various alloy systems, Chalco provides various Forged Discs covering aluminum alloy, titanium alloy, and steel materials, supporting multi-level customization from blank forging to finished products, helping customers solve core problems from selection to assembly.

Chalco forged discs product type overview

Forged Disc can be divided into various types according to different structural forms, assembly methods and processing depths to adapt to complex and diverse engineering needs. Chalco supports the supply of standardized forgings and can also customize non-standard structures according to drawings to meet the full process collaboration from blanks to semi-finished products.

If you are not sure about the specific forging plate type, we can recommend the most suitable structural combination and forming method for you based on the working structure, processing path and assembly conditions.

Stock forged discs material and performance advantages

Chalco Forged Discs supports the forging and processing of a variety of high-performance metal materials, including aluminum alloy, titanium alloy, alloy steel, stainless steel and other mainstream systems, meeting diverse engineering needs from lightweight and high strength to high temperature and corrosion resistance. All materials can provide complete material certification, heat treatment records and third-party test reports.

Aluminum alloy forged discs

Aluminum alloy has become one of the most widely used material systems in forging discs due to its light weight, high strength, good heat treatment responsiveness and machinability. It is particularly suitable for scenes that attach equal importance to strength and weight reduction, such as aerospace, rail transportation, mechanical automation, and mold structure. Chalco has been deeply involved in the field of aluminum alloy forgings for a long time, and has mature heat treatment technology and dimensional control capabilities, and can stably supply a variety of strong and tough aluminum alloy forging discs.

In addition, we can also provide a variety of aluminum alloy forging plate options such as 7475, 6082, 2618, etc. according to demand, supporting drawing customization and matching of heat treatment status.

Titanium alloy forged discs

Titanium alloys play a key role in aerospace, nuclear power systems, military equipment and marine engineering due to their high specific strength, excellent corrosion resistance and excellent high temperature performance. Chalco can provide free forging and die forging services for a variety of titanium alloy forging discs, supporting integrated delivery of heat treatment and finishing.

In addition to the above-mentioned main materials, Chalco can also provide TC6, TC21, TA10 and other titanium alloy forging disc products according to the use environment. Welcome to customize or consult the plan.

Steel forged discs

Steel forging discs cover multiple systems such as alloy structural steel, carbon steel, stainless steel and die steel, and are suitable for industrial scenarios with high strength requirements, large impact loads or strict wear resistance requirements. Common applications include: die platens, flange blanks, heavy rotating structural parts, pressure-bearing heads, etc. Chalco has large-scale free forging and turning processing capabilities, and can control carbon content, tempering state and organizational density as needed to ensure pressure-bearing and crack-resistant performance.

• Alloy structural steel: with high strength and heat treatment stability, suitable for heavy-load bearing discs
• Stainless steel: has excellent corrosion resistance and is suitable for petrochemical, food machinery and other media contact environments
• Die steel: Forging discs suitable for high temperature loads and high impact dies
• Special alloys also provide directional forging support

If you need high temperature alloys or special corrosion/wear resistance, please submit drawings or material specifications. We can provide alloy selection suggestions and quick quotation services.

Why choose Chalco: integrated forging solutions

In selecting forged discs, customers often face a range of challenges—difficult alloy selection, tight dimensional tolerances, urgent delivery timelines, and inconsistent quality. As a professional forging manufacturer, Chalco is committed to delivering full-process solutions, from raw material to final product, ensuring performance, delivery, and service meet engineering-grade standards.

Integrated manufacturing system for custom and high-end applications

Chalco offers both open-die and closed-die forging capabilities, able to produce forged discs with diameters ranging from Ø100 mm to Ø2500 mm and weights up to 8 tons. We support solid discs, bored discs, flanged discs, and complex shapes, and work with over 20 mainstream industrial alloys including aluminum, titanium, steel, and stainless steel. Key manufacturing capabilities include:

• High-tonnage open-die hammers and closed-die press systems
• CNC turning and drilling centers with precision up to ±0.05 mm
• Heat treatment options: annealing, T6/T651, quenching & tempering, solution treatment
• Applications in aerospace, energy, mold manufacturing, rail transit, and heavy industry

Reliable quality and technical support to keep projects on track

Each forged disc is delivered with material certificates, heat treatment records, and inspection reports, and can be certified by third-party organizations such as SGS, TÜV, or BV upon request. We provide:

• UT ultrasonic testing for internal defects
• Dimensional inspection via CMM, gauges, and precision calipers
• Metallographic analysis, hardness and tensile testing
• Rapid delivery system: standard sizes ship in as fast as 7 days
• Full engineering support: from drawing optimization to process selection

Chalco also supports non-standard forged discs, custom geometries, and center-flanged forged hubs. You are welcome to submit drawings or samples — we are ready to offer you an efficient, cost-effective, and dependable forging solution.

Chalco forged disc cooperation areas and application cases

As a basic load-bearing component with high strength and excellent structural integrity, forged discs are widely used in many high-end equipment manufacturing fields. Chalco provides customized forged disc services from blanks to semi-finished products for customers in aerospace, rail transportation, energy equipment, military systems, etc., ensuring that the structural strength, dimensional accuracy and assembly efficiency reach high levels in real working conditions.

Forged discs for aerospace

Forged discs are often used as turbine discs, flange connectors or anti-fatigue support structures in aircraft engines, fuselage connections, and flight control systems.

It is necessary to maintain structural integrity and fatigue life in an environment with high loads, frequent vibrations, and drastic temperature differences. Chalco provides high-strength aluminum and temperature-resistant titanium materials, and supports customization of T6/T7451/annealing conditions to ensure reliable service.

Forged circle and disc for high-end manufacturing & automation equipment

Forging plates are widely used in structural units such as robot bases, precision connection surfaces, rotating platforms, and fixture systems, which have extremely high requirements for dimensional stability and structural symmetry.

Processing accuracy, tolerance control and heat treatment consistency are often the technical difficulties of products. Chalco supports ±0.05mm precision processing and a flaw detection pass rate of more than 99%, meeting the requirements of assembly accuracy and batch stability.

Forged circle and disc for energy & power equipment

In wind turbine flanges, power station end covers, coupling connectors and other occasions, forging discs serve as transmission and sealing components and bear the tasks of high loads and long-term stable operation.

Corrosion resistance, fatigue resistance, and dimensional consistency are the main pain points. Chalco can be used with marine-grade 5083 aluminum alloy and high-strength alloy steel to ensure long-term stable operation of the ring in high humidity, high temperature or salt spray environments.

Forged circle and disc for military industry and rail transportation

Forged discs serve as flywheels, connecting bases, protective end covers, etc., and play a core role in high-speed impact, high-precision matching and harsh structural docking.

Military workpieces require high strength, high toughness, fatigue resistance and excellent consistency. Chalco supports military standard aluminum, domestic grade titanium alloys and customized processing processes, and cooperates with flaw detection and heat treatment record control.

Forged circle and disc for general machinery and mold manufacturing

In the field of general machinery and mold manufacturing, forged discs are widely used in key parts such as hydraulic systems, assembly structures, mold bases, pressure plate inserts, etc. These structures usually have comprehensive requirements for dimensional accuracy, processability and service life. They must be able to withstand pressure and impact, and be easy to process and assemble in the later stages.

Structural stability, machining allowance control, heat treatment consistency and fatigue resistance are the technical difficulties of forged disc products in this field. Chalco provides stable free forging and die forging paths to meet such needs, combined with controllable heat treatment and CNC processing to ensure that each forged disc has good machinability and assembly adaptability, especially suitable for a variety of combined forgings in mass production.

Chalco can assist customers in the design of forging plate structure at the early stage of equipment assembly, provide suitable forging state, excess processing suggestions and batch control suggestions, and help achieve efficient switching of products from sample proofing to long-term supply.

Chalco disc product types & selection guide

Chalco offers a wide range of metal discs and blanks in various specifications and processing methods, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, pressure vessels, chemical equipment, and precision machining. We support multiple materials—including aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, and stainless steels—along with forging, rolling, and cutting processes to meet diverse demands for strength, dimensional accuracy, and surface quality.

Main disc product types

• Forged Discs: Produced through open-die or closed-die forging, featuring dense microstructure and excellent mechanical properties. Ideal for high-load and critical structural components.
• Rolled Discs: Cut from thick rolled plates, suitable for medium-strength parts requiring dimensional stability and cost-efficient mass production.
• Cut & Turned Discs: Precisely cut—often using high-precision laser or CNC cutting—and machined from bars or plates. Laser cutting offers minimal thermal distortion and clean edges, making these discs ideal for components with tight dimensional tolerances and surface finish requirements.

Selection guide

When selecting disc products, we recommend evaluating the specific application conditions, mechanical performance requirements, and downstream processing needs:

• For structural parts requiring high strength, pressure resistance, or fatigue life, forged discs are preferred. Their continuous grain flow and dense structure make them suitable for aerospace, energy, and pressure vessel applications.
• For cost-effective, dimensionally stable structural parts, rolled discs offer good processability and are well-suited for large-scale industrial applications.
• For precision components or parts with strict surface and machining allowance requirements, cut & turned discs help improve machining efficiency and reduce material waste.
• In cases involving corrosive environments or lightweight structures, titanium or specialty alloy discs—such as Gr.5, 6061, and 7050—are recommended.

Chalco also offers value-added services including custom production per drawing, toll processing, heat treatment, and rough turning, helping customers improve assembly efficiency and project timeline control.

Forged disc purchase FAQ

What is the difference between a forged disc and a forged blank?

Forged discs are finished forgings with certain geometric dimensions and structural pretreatment, such as solid discs, discs with holes, discs with bosses, etc.; while forged blanks are unprocessed rough blanks used for subsequent machining or mold structure development.

Why not choose a forged disc instead of one cut from a sheet?

Although plate cutting can obtain a simple geometric disc, its internal structure is irregular and there may be material stress concentration at the cut. It is more prone to fatigue failure under high load, vibration or dynamic use scenarios. Forged discs have coherent grain streamlines, higher structural integrity and better mechanical properties, making them a better choice for key structural parts.

Can you customize forged plates with boss structures according to drawings?

Yes, Chalco supports customized production of center flange forged hubs, including height, diameter, chamfer, keyway and other structural processing. They are widely used in couplings, wind turbine main shafts, flywheel connections and other structures.

What forging methods are supported? How to decide which one to choose?

We support free forging, die forging, partial upsetting and other methods, and select the appropriate process according to product size, structural complexity and batch size. Free forging is recommended for large discs or special-shaped parts, and die forging or combined processing is recommended for small and medium-sized standard parts.

Is it possible to just buy the blank without doing heat treatment or processing?

Of course. Chalco supports full-process customization, and also supports split-process delivery on demand, such as providing only forged blanks, only heat-treated blanks, or finely processed semi-finished parts, etc., to meet the internal processing rhythm and supporting models of different customers.

What are the heat treatment conditions for forged discs?

Common statuses include:

• Aluminum alloy: O, T6, T651, T73, T7451
• Titanium alloy: annealing, solution + aging
• Steel: quenching and tempering, normalizing, quenching + tempering, etc.

We can recommend the most suitable state combination according to the use environment and attach the heat treatment record.

Can forged discs be used directly as seals or high-precision fitting surfaces?

Yes, we can provide ±0.05mm tolerance control, flatness control, roughness matching and hole processing to ensure that the forged disc has high stability in sealing, rotating or mating parts. If you need to assemble directly, please state the structural requirements when inquiring.

Didn't find your problem? Welcome to contact Chalco engineers, submit drawings or structural parameters, we will provide customized solution suggestions within 24 hours.