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### **Product Introduction: Aluminum 5006 Alloy** **Overview** Aluminum 5006 Alloy is a non-heat-treatable aluminum-magnesium alloy known for its excellent corrosion resistance, good formability, and moderate strength. This alloy offers a balanced combination of mechanical properties and manufacturing characteristics, making it suitable for various applications in marine, architectural, and general engineering sectors. --- ### **1. Chemical Composition (Typical Weight %)** | Element | Content (%) | |---------|-------------| | **Aluminum (Al)** | Balance | | **Magnesium (Mg)** | 0.50 - 1.1 | | **Iron (Fe)** | ≤ 0.45 | | **Silicon (Si)** | ≤ 0.30 | | **Copper (Cu)** | ≤ 0.10 | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 0.40 - 0.8 | | **Zinc (Zn)** | ≤ 0.20 | | **Chromium (Cr)** | 0.10 - 0.25 | | **Other Elements** | ≤ 0.05 each | | **Total Others** | ≤ 0.15 | --- ### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Value / Description | |----------|---------------------| | **Density** | 2.70 g/cm³ | | **Melting Range** | 630 - 650 °C | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 40-45% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 170-190 W/m·K | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.5 × 10⁻⁶/°C | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 70 GPa | | **Specific Heat Capacity** | 0.90 J/g·°C | --- ### **3. Mechanical Properties (by Temper Condition)** | Temper | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | |--------|------------------------|----------------------|----------------| | **O** | 125-155 | 50-80 | 16-24 | | **H12** | 145-175 | 120-150 | 8-14 | | **H14** | 165-195 | 140-170 | 6-10 | | **H16** | 185-215 | 160-190 | 4-7 | | **H18** | 205-235 | 180-210 | 2-5 | --- ### **4. International Standards** | Standard Body | Designation | |---------------|-------------| | **Aluminum Association (AA)** | AA 5006 | | **European Standard (EN)** | EN AW-5006 | | **ISO** | AlMg1Mn (ISO 209) | | **UNS** | A95006 | | **JIS H** | A5006 | --- ### **5. Product Applications** **Marine Applications:** - Boat hulls and superstructures - Marine hardware and fittings - Dock and pier components - Offshore platform structures - Shipbuilding components **Architectural Applications:** - Coastal building facades - Marine architecture components - Roofing and siding systems - Architectural trim - Bridge components **Transportation Applications:** - Vehicle body panels - Truck and trailer components - Railway carriage parts - Container bodies - Automotive trim **Industrial Applications:** - Chemical processing equipment - Heat exchangers - Pressure vessels - Storage tanks - Industrial machinery parts --- ### **6. Key Characteristics & Advantages** - **Excellent Corrosion Resistance**: Superior performance in marine and industrial environments - **Good Strength Properties**: Balanced mechanical characteristics - **Enhanced Formability**: Suitable for various forming operations - **Weldability**: Can be welded using conventional methods - **Good Anodizing Response**: Produces quality surface finishes - **Manganese Strengthening**: Improved strength through solid solution hardening - **Cryogenic Performance**: Maintains properties at low temperatures --- ### **7. Special Features** **Corrosion Performance:** - Excellent resistance to saltwater corrosion - Good performance in industrial atmospheres - Suitable for harsh environmental conditions - Resists stress corrosion cracking - Good for coastal applications **Manufacturing Advantages:** - Good deep drawing characteristics - Suitable for spinning and stamping - Can be roll-formed effectively - Good machinability in all tempers - Consistent performance in fabrication --- ### **8. Processing Guidelines** **Forming Operations:** - Good for bending and deep drawing in O temper - Suitable for moderate forming in strain-hardened tempers - Can be roll-formed effectively - Responds well to brake forming - Maintains strength after forming **Joining Methods:** - TIG and MIG welding compatible - Resistance welding suitable - Adhesive bonding effective - Mechanical fastening applicable - Requires standard aluminum joining techniques **Finishing Operations:** - Good for anodizing with consistent results - Suitable for painting and powder coating - Can be chemically converted - Accepts various surface textures - Good base for protective coatings **Disclaimer:** The information provided is for reference purposes only. Specific properties may vary depending on manufacturing processes, temper conditions, product form, and thickness. For critical applications, especially in marine environments, consult technical data sheets from material suppliers and conduct appropriate testing. The alloy's excellent corrosion resistance and good mechanical properties make it particularly suitable for marine and coastal applications where durability and performance are essential.

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 1779 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.