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### **Aluminum 3016 Alloy Product Introduction** **Aluminum 3016** is a medium-strength aluminum-manganese alloy known for its excellent combination of corrosion resistance, formability, and moderate strength. This alloy is particularly valued for its good deep-drawing characteristics and suitability for various industrial applications where reliable performance and manufacturing efficiency are essential. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition** | Element | Content (%) | | :--- | :--- | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 0.9 - 1.5 | | **Magnesium (Mg)** | 0.4 - 0.9 | | **Iron (Fe)** | 0.5 max | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.5 max | | **Copper (Cu)** | 0.20 max | | **Zinc (Zn)** | 0.20 max | | **Other Elements** | each 0.05 max, total 0.15 max | | **Aluminum (Al)** | Balance | *Alloy Characteristics:* - **Manganese** provides solid solution strengthening - **Magnesium** enhances strength and corrosion resistance - **Balanced alloying elements** for optimal performance - **Controlled impurity levels** ensure consistent quality --- #### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Value / Description | | :--- | :--- | | **Density** | 2.73 g/cm³ (0.098 lb/in³) | | **Melting Range** | 640 - 655 °C (1184 - 1211 °F) | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 69 GPa (10,000 ksi) | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 145 W/m·K (100 BTU·in/hr·ft²·°F) | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 38% IACS | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.6 × 10⁻⁶/°C (20-100°C) | | **Specific Heat Capacity** | 900 J/kg·K | --- #### **3. Mechanical Properties** *Typical properties for H14 temper:* - **Tensile Ultimate Strength:** 155 - 195 MPa (22 - 28 ksi) - **Tensile Yield Strength (0.2% Offset):** 125 - 165 MPa (18 - 24 ksi) - **Elongation:** 5 - 9% (in 2 inches) - **Shear Strength:** 102 MPa (15 ksi) - **Brinell Hardness:** 40 - 50 HB *Typical properties for O temper:* - **Tensile Ultimate Strength:** 115 - 155 MPa (17 - 22 ksi) - **Tensile Yield Strength:** 45 - 85 MPa (7 - 12 ksi) - **Elongation:** 19 - 26% --- #### **4. International Standards** * **European Standards (EN):** * **EN 573-3** - Chemical composition and form of products * **EN 485-2** - Mechanical properties * **ASTM:** * **ASTM B209** - Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate * **ISO:** * **ISO 6361-2** - Wrought Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Sheets, Strips and Plates * **National Standards:** * **GB/T 3190** (China) * **JIS H 4000** (Japan) --- #### **5. Product Applications** 3016 alloy is widely used in various industrial applications: * **Building & Construction:** - Roofing and wall cladding systems - Architectural panels and facades - Gutter and downpipe systems - Decorative architectural elements * **Consumer Products:** - Kitchen utensils and cookware - Appliance panels and cabinets - Furniture components - Lighting fixtures and reflectors * **Packaging Industry:** - Food containers and packaging - Beverage can components - Pharmaceutical packaging - General packaging materials * **General Engineering:** - Electrical enclosures and cabinets - Machinery guards and covers - Storage system components - Industrial work surfaces --- #### **6. Key Advantages** * **Excellent Formability:** Superior deep-drawing and bending capabilities * **Good Corrosion Resistance:** Excellent performance in various environments * **Moderate Strength:** Adequate mechanical properties for most applications * **Good Weldability:** Compatible with standard welding techniques * **Excellent Surface Quality:** Ideal for decorative and painted finishes * **Cost-Effective:** Economical manufacturing solution * **Food-Safe:** Suitable for food contact applications --- #### **7. Fabrication Characteristics** * **Welding:** Good weldability using GMAW, GTAW, and resistance welding * **Forming:** Excellent for deep drawing, bending, and roll forming * **Machining:** Fair machinability with proper tool geometry * **Strain Hardening:** Good response to cold working processes * **Surface Treatment:** Excellent for anodizing, painting, and chemical conversion * **Joining:** Suitable for adhesive bonding and mechanical fastening --- #### **8. Corrosion Performance** * **Atmospheric Corrosion:** Excellent * **Marine Environment:** Good * **Stress Corrosion Cracking:** Good Resistance * **Pitting Resistance:** Good to Very Good * **Food and Chemical Resistance:** Excellent --- #### **9. Special Features** * **Excellent Deep-Drawing Capability** for complex shapes * **Good Thermal Conductivity** for heat-related applications * **Superior Surface Finish** for aesthetic applications * **Consistent Quality** through controlled manufacturing * **Recyclable Material** supporting sustainability --- #### **10. Quality Assurance** * Strict chemical composition control * Consistent mechanical properties throughout production * Comprehensive quality testing protocols * Excellent surface quality standards * Full material traceability and certification **Conclusion** Aluminum 3016 alloy offers a well-balanced combination of mechanical properties, excellent formability, and superior corrosion resistance, making it a versatile choice for various industrial applications. Its optimized chemical composition ensures reliable performance in demanding manufacturing processes while maintaining cost-effectiveness. The alloy's exceptional deep-drawing characteristics make it particularly valuable for applications requiring complex formed shapes, while its good corrosion resistance ensures long-term durability in various service environments. 3016 alloy represents an excellent choice for manufacturers seeking a reliable aluminum material that delivers consistent performance across construction, consumer products, packaging, and general engineering applications, providing an optimal balance of performance, manufacturability, and economic efficiency.

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 1688 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.