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5052 Aluminium

5052 Aluminium is an alloy primarily composed of magnesium and chromium, offering excellent corrosion resistance and high fatigue strength. It is known for its good weldability, formability, and high strength, making it a popular choice for applications in marine environments, automotive, and aerospace industries. Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP, based in Khetwadi, Mumbai, India, specializes in providing high-quality 5052 Aluminium products such as sheets, plates, tubes, pipes, bars, angles, channels, and fittings, designed to meet a wide range of industrial applications.

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Technical Specifications for 5052 Aluminium

Physical Properties

Property Value
Density 2.68 g/cm³
Melting Point 607°C
Modulus of Elasticity 70.3 GPa
Thermal Expansion 25.2 x 10⁻⁶ /K
Specific Heat Capacity 880 J/kg·K
Electrical Conductivity 35.5% IACS
Thermal Conductivity 138 W/m·K

Mechanical Properties

Property Value
Tensile Strength 210 – 230 MPa
Yield Strength 130 MPa
Elongation (%) 12%
Hardness (Brinell) 60 HB
Fatigue Strength 117 MPa
Shear Strength 150 MPa

Electrical Properties

Property Value
Electrical Conductivity 35.5% IACS
Electrical Resistivity 0.048 Ω·mm²/m

Optical Properties

Property Value
Reflectivity 70 – 80%
Surface Finish Polished, matte, or mill finish

Thermal Properties

Property Value
Thermal Conductivity 138 W/m·K
Thermal Expansion 25.2 x 10⁻⁶ /K
Melting Point 607°C
Specific Heat Capacity 880 J/kg·K

Processing Properties

Property Value
Workability Excellent
Weldability Good (TIG, MIG)
Machinability Fair
Corrosion Resistance Excellent
Formability Excellent

Component Elements Properties

Element Percentage (%)
Aluminium (Al) 95.7 – 97.7
Magnesium (Mg) 2.2 – 2.8
Chromium (Cr) 0.15 – 0.35
Manganese (Mn) 0.10 max
Copper (Cu) 0.10 max
Zinc (Zn) 0.10 max
Silicon (Si) 0.25 max
Iron (Fe) 0.40 max

Product Specifications for 5052 Aluminium

Product Type Standards Sizes Types Applications
Sheets ASTM B209 0.2mm – 6mm thickness Cold Rolled, Hot Rolled Marine panels, roofing, fuel tanks
Plates ASTM B209 6mm – 150mm thickness Hot Rolled Aircraft parts, boat components, automotive
Tubes ASTM B210 6mm – 100mm diameter Seamless, Welded HVAC, refrigeration, fuel lines
Pipes ASTM B241 10mm – 250mm diameter Seamless, Welded Fluid transport systems, chemical processing
Bars ASTM B211 6mm – 100mm diameter Round, Square, Flat Structural components, hardware
Angles ASTM B221 25mm x 25mm – 100mm x 100mm Equal, Unequal Structural framing, marine applications
Channels ASTM B221 Custom Sizes U-channels, C-channels Construction, support structures
Fittings ASTM B247 Custom sizes Elbows, Tees, Reducers Piping systems, industrial uses

For a free quote or to learn more about our range of Aluminium Sheets and Plates, Contact Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP today. Our team is ready to assist with tailored solutions for all your industrial needs.