Material of the housing of a mower

[Joey1980]

Hi forum, hope someone can give a hint about what is the aluminium alloy for the housing for a walk-behind mower, specially for those that do not have steel sleeve.

I guess that the common alloy for these issues is A380, but I am not sure.

Thanks!!

 

[fearofpavement]

Could you clarify the question? Not sure what you're talking about.

 

[1Alpha1]

My younger brother (aero-space machinist) knows all about aluminum and various alloys used in it as well as the back of his hand.

If you could get a wee bit more specific, I can contact him with your question.

 

[drf255]

If it's an old Lawnboy, the deck is Magnesium, not Aluminum.

 

[scallywag]

Magnesium, not Aluminum.

+1

 

[Joey1980]

Hi,

Ok I appreciate all your answers, my question in specific form is: What is the aluminium alloy of the housing of a engine of a lawn?
For example, a modern 2014 Briggs and Stratton engine, like the next model 725ex Mow N Stow
and those models do not have steel sleeve.

Thanks!

 

[drf255]

I'd go to the Weldingweb.com and ask, or email Briggs & Stratton.

My best guess is that the engines are cast aluminum. What is the purpose of your question? Are you looking to repair one with a weld?

 

[a. palmer jr.]

I have a few Lawn Boy mowers, most are aluminum decks but one, my favorite, is made of magnesium. I use it to mow the bank in front of my house, very lightweight..
The engines on all the LBs are aluminum I believe. I never do any welding to the engines because they are still plentiful, I just grab a spare engine..