5052 aluminium alloy
5052 is an aluminium alloy, primarily alloyed with magnesium and chromium.
Typical applications include architecture, general sheet metal work, heat exchangers.
Chemical properties
The alloy composition of 5052 is:[1]
- Magnesium - 2.2%-2.8% by weight
- Chromium - 0.15%-0.35% maximum
- Copper - 0.1% maximum
- Iron - 0.4% maximum
- Manganese - 0.1% maximum
- Silicon - 0.25% maximum
- Zinc - 0.1% maximum
- Others each 0.05% maximum
- Others total 0.15% maximum
- Remainder Aluminium
Mechanical properties
| Hardening | Ultimate MPa (PSI) | Yield MPa (PSI) |
|---|---|---|
| O | 195 (28000) | 89.6 (13000) |
| H32 | 228 (33000) | 193 (28000) |
| H34 | 262 (38000) | 214 (31000) |
| H36 | 276 (40000) | 241 (35000) |
| H38 | 290 (42000) | 255 (37000) |
Uses
5052 has been used in architectural, sheet metal and fabrication uses.
Weldability
Weldability – Gas: Good
Weldability – Arc: Very Good
Weldability – Resistance: Very Good
Brazability: Acceptable
Solderability: Not recommended
References
- ^ Asre Sanat Eshragh Co.'s datasheet on 5052 aluminum, accessed 2015-12-21
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