Aerospace

Luxfer MEL Technologies provide unique materials technology enabling lighter and stronger designs for magnesium alloys in aerospace, in safety-critical applications.

Key features

Magnesium alloys for aerospace applications

Lightweight and corrosion resistant materials for aerospace

Luxfer MEL Technologies delivers high-performance magnesium alloys for aerospace applications that offer lightweight, durable, and fuel efficient solutions for commercial and military aircraft. From thermal barrier protection to lightweight structural materials; the aerospace industry has long recognized the benefits of our high-performance magnesium alloy products.

The benefits of high-performance aerospace magnesium alloys include reducing weight in fuselage structures, interior appliances and aero engine frames. Highly machinable, versatile magnesium alloys are also used in manufacturing gearboxes, covers and components, helicopter transmissions, electronic housings, flight control systems and aircraft wheels, to maximise fuel efficiency and to take advantage of extruded magnesium durability.

For these and other applications in both commercial and military aircraft, demand is rising for advanced higher-performance, high-temperature Elektron® magnesium alloys that are also corrosion-resistant and ignition-resistant.

Materials for aircraft engines

Luxfer MEL Technologies alloys are used by many OEMs on aircraft engines and are also found in transmissions and structures on jet engines.

Materials for aircraft drive train

Elektron® 21 alloys are the materials of choice for transmission housings of many commercial and military helicopters.

Products

Elektron® 21

Elektron® 21 Direct Chill

Elektron® RZ5/ZE41A

Elektron® WE43B

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Need to speak to an expert? Message Prem

Prem Mahendran

Aerospace Business Development Manager for North America

Prem has over 20 years of Aerospace Experience, supports OEM’s across the USA and Canada develop and integrate advanced magnesium alloy solutions in demanding applications. Prem blends deep engineering and manufacturing expertise with a Customer-First Approach, turning complex requirements into reliable outcomes and measuring success through customer’s achievements.





    Need to speak to an expert? Message Thibaut

    Thibaut Caritey

    Technical Sales Engineer

    Thibaut leverages a deep engineering foundation and a decade of sales expertise at Luxfer to support the Aerospace and Defense industries. Specializing in Magnesium Castings across European and Asian markets, he ensures that design engineers can confidently select the right materials to meet the rigorous demands of next-generation technology.