Aluminum Honeycomb Core

At the very beginning, aluminum honeycomb materials were mostly used in the aerospace and military sector. Aluminum Honeycomb panel has excellent strength and great performance in high wind pressure resistance, shock absorption, sound insulation, heat preservation, fire resistance, and high strength. Aluminum honeycomb grid core can also be used as an energy absorber and grids in front of spotlights and photographic equipment.

DMC aluminum honeycomb cores are made of 3003 or 5052 aluminum alloy foil.

  • Excellent Strength
  • Highly durable
  • Lightweight
  • Low cost

DMC aluminum honeycomb core is available based on the below condition:

  • Minimum Core Thickness: 3 mm
  • Minimum Cell Size: 2 mm
  • Foil Thickness: 0.036 mm-0.18 mm
  • Standard Dimension: 1220*2440mm
  • Max. Expanded Size: 1600*20000 mm

Available in Various Categories:

  • Block
  • Unexpanded slices
  • Expanded sheets
  • Perforated or Non-perforated
  • Drilled core

Mechanical Properties Of Aluminum Honeycomb Core

DMC Honeycomb Compression Plate Shear
Designation Bare L Direction W Direction
Material Size Strength psi Strength psi Modulus ksi Strength psi Modulus ksi
DMC-AH Alloy mm inch Typ. Typ. Typ. Typ. Typ.
DMC-AH–3003—- 6.4—-1/4 625 365 70 215 38
DMC-AH–3003—- 9.5—-3/8 340 230 45 130 22
DMC-AH–3003—-12.7—1/2 190 140 28 80 14
DMC-AH–3003—-17——3/4 120 100 20 65 11
DMC-AH–3003—-25.4—–1 80 65 14 45 7
DMC-AH–5052—-9.5—–3/8 362 250 55 160 26

Notes:Test data obtained at 0.625″ thickness; Size available on request; The above values are not guaranteed and should be used as indication only

Drilled Aluminum Honeycomb

The vented aluminum honeycomb core is a drilled core material that perforated in the cell walls of the core at equal distance. With these perforated holes, drilled aluminum honeycomb core permits the correct airflow.

Normally, the drilled core can be used as core material for vacuum tables and for molds in the wind blade industry.

DMC drilled honeycomb core are available in the below configuration:

  • Aluminum Alloy Grade: 3003, 5052
  • Cell Size: 9.53mm, 12.64mm, 19.1mm
  • Number Of Holes: 3 or 6 holes at direction T (equal distance)
  • Drilling Hole Diameter: 3mm-5mm
  • Core Thickness: 15mm-60mm
  • It can be customized according to customer requirements

Drilled Core Technical Properties

Type Aluminum Alloy 3003/ 5052
Cell Size 9.53mm,12.64mm,19.1mm
Perforation Yes
Drilling Hole Diameter 3mm-5mm
Core Thickness 15mm-60mm
Number Of Drilling Holes 3 or 6 holes at direction T(equal distance)
Notes:Above are just some of our company’s regular size, this product can be customized according to customer requirements.

Vented Aluminum Honeycomb Core

Drilled aluminum honeycomb core can be used for air flow control, heat conduction, mold cooling, and energy absorption applications, such as vacuum table, anti-collision of protection guardrail, and molds in the wind blade industry. It’s a new aluminum honeycomb core which is stronger, more stable, lighter and has better air circulation properties. There are perforated holes in the equal distance on the drilled core walls.

 

DMC vented honeycomb core is available based on the below configuration:

  • Aluminum Alloy Grade: 3003, 5052;
  • Cell Size: 9.53mm, 12.64mm, 19.1mm;
  • Number Of Holes: 3 or 6 holes at direction T (equal distance);
  • Drilling Hole Diameter: 3mm-5mm;
  • Thickness: 15mm-60mm;

It can be customized according to customer requirements.

Drilled Core Technical Properties

Type Aluminum Alloy 3003/ 5052
Cell Size 9.53mm,12.64mm,19.1mm
Perforation Yes
Drilling Hole Diameter 3mm-5mm
Core Thickness 15mm-60mm
Number Of Drilling Holes 3 or 6 holes at direction T(equal distance)
Notes: Above are just some of our company’s regular size, this  product can be customized according to customer requirements.

Perforated Honeycomb Core

DMC can produce a new aluminum honeycomb core which is stronger, more stable, lighter and has better air circulation properties It has drilling holes in equal distance on the walls of the core,  Air flow through core walls correctly to heat or cool a panel uniformly by these perforated holes. Normally, drilled aluminum honeycomb core is used as core for vacuum tables and for molds in the wind blade industry.

 

DMC can produce:

  • Aluminum Alloy Grade: 3003, 5052;
  • Cell Size: 9.53mm, 12.64mm, 19.1mm;
  • Number Of Holes: 3 or 6 holes at direction T (equal distance);
  • Drilling Hole Diameter: 3mm-5mm;
  • Core Thickness: 15mm-60mm;

It can be customized according to customer requirements.

Drilled Core Technical Properties

Type Aluminum Alloy 3003/ 5052
Cell Size 9.53mm,12.64mm,19.1mm
Perforation Yes
Drilling Hole Diameter 3mm-5mm
Core Thickness 15mm-60mm
Number Of Drilling Holes 3 or 6 holes at direction T(equal distance)
Notes: Above are just some of our company’s regular size, this product can be customized according to customer requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

An aluminum honeycomb core is a lightweight structural material made from aluminum foil arranged in a hexagonal cell structure to provide high strength with minimal weight.
DMCRF honeycomb cores are manufactured using 3003 or 5052 aluminum alloy foil, which provides excellent durability and corrosion resistance.
Key advantages include light weight, high strength, shock absorption, fire resistance, and corrosion resistance.
The aluminum honeycomb core can be produced with a minimum thickness of around 3 mm, depending on application requirements.
The honeycomb core can be manufactured with minimum cell sizes starting around 2 mm, with larger sizes available depending on design needs.
The standard dimension is typically 1220 mm ,  2440 mm, with larger expanded sizes available upon request.
Drilled honeycomb cores contain perforated holes in the cell walls to allow airflow, cooling, and pressure equalization.
They are widely used in aerospace, transportation, architecture, acoustic chambers, and industrial equipment manufacturing.
Yes. DMCRF can customize cell size, foil thickness, core thickness, and panel dimensions based on project requirements.
The hexagonal structure distributes stress evenly while keeping the structure lightweight, making it ideal for high-strength sandwich panel designs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

What Our Clients Say

Professional Engineering Material

March 17, 2026

The aluminum honeycomb core provides outstanding strength, light weight, and durability. It is an excellent core material for sandwich panels and composite structures. Highly recommended for engineering applications.

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Daniel Brooks

Excellent Shock and Energy Absorption

March 17, 2026

The hexagonal honeycomb structure absorbs mechanical stress effectively. This improves durability in structural applications. It is ideal for protective and energy-absorbing structures.

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Brandon Hughes

Easy Customization and Fabrication

March 17, 2026

The honeycomb core is easy to cut and shape according to design requirements. Custom sizes allowed us to integrate it perfectly into our panel system. Installation was quick and efficient.

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Megan Foster

High-Quality Aluminum Alloy

March 17, 2026

The use of 3003 and 5052 aluminum alloys ensures strong mechanical performance. The honeycomb structure maintains excellent rigidity. This material meets professional engineering standards.

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Lauren Simmons

Ideal for Industrial Applications

March 17, 2026

We used this honeycomb core in manufacturing fixtures and structural panels. The corrosion resistance and durability are excellent. It’s a reliable material for industrial environments.

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Tyler Bennett

Excellent Airflow and Cooling Properties

March 17, 2026

The vented honeycomb core design provides improved airflow and thermal performance. It works very well in applications requiring heat dissipation. The design quality is outstanding.

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Rachel Powell

High Strength-to-Weight Performance

March 17, 2026

The honeycomb design distributes stress effectively while keeping the material extremely lightweight. This significantly reduced the load on our structure. A great material for advanced engineering projects.

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Justin Long

Perfect for Structural Panels

March 17, 2026

We integrated the honeycomb core into our sandwich panel structure. The rigidity and flatness of the panel improved significantly. It’s a great solution for lightweight engineering applications.

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Nicole Patterson

Strong and Durable Material

March 17, 2026

The aluminum honeycomb core offers excellent mechanical strength while maintaining very low weight. It works perfectly in our composite panel system. Performance has been reliable and consistent.

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Adam Hughes

Excellent Lightweight Structural Core

March 17, 2026

We used the Aluminum Honeycomb Core for our acoustic chamber panel construction. The lightweight design combined with high strength made installation easier. The overall structural stability is impressive.

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Jessica Coleman