5052-H32 Aluminum alloy,Aluminum 5052-H32 alloy,E FORU

### **Technical Datasheet: 5052-H32 Aluminum Alloy** --- #### **1. Material Overview** **5052-H32 Aluminum Alloy** is a strain-hardened aluminum-magnesium alloy offering an optimal balance of strength, formability, and corrosion resistance. The H32 temper indicates the material has been strain-hardened and then stabilized to achieve a quarter-hard condition, providing consistent mechanical properties ideal for a wide range of manufacturing applications. This alloy is particularly valued for its excellent marine corrosion resistance and good weldability. --- #### **2. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Content (%) | Role in the Alloy | |---------|-------------|-------------------| | Al | Balance | Base metal | | Mg | 2.2-2.8 | Primary strengthening element | | Cr | 0.15-0.35 | Stress corrosion resistance | | Si | ≤0.25 | Impurity control | | Fe | ≤0.40 | Impurity control | | Cu | ≤0.10 | Corrosion resistance | | Mn | ≤0.10 | Impurity control | | Zn | ≤0.10 | Impurity control | | Others (each) | ≤0.05 | - | | Others (total) | ≤0.15 | - | --- #### **3. Physical Properties** | Property | Value | Test Standard | |----------|-------|---------------| | Density | 2.68 g/cm³ | ASTM B193 | | Melting Range | 607-650 °C | - | | Electrical Conductivity | 35-40% IACS | ASTM B193 | | Thermal Conductivity | 138-148 W/m·K | ASTM E1461 | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 23.8 × 10⁻⁶/K | ASTM E228 | | Modulus of Elasticity | 70.3 GPa | ASTM E111 | | Specific Heat Capacity | 900 J/kg·K | - | --- #### **4. Mechanical Properties (Typical)** | Property | Value Range | Test Standard | |----------|-------------|---------------| | Tensile Strength | 230-270 MPa | ASTM B557 | | Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) | 195-215 MPa | ASTM B557 | | Elongation (50mm) | 10-14% | ASTM B557 | | Hardness (Brinell) | 60-70 HB | ASTM E10 | | Shear Strength | 150-170 MPa | ASTM B831 | | Fatigue Strength | 110-130 MPa | ASTM E466 | | **Bend Radius (90°)** | **1-2×t** | **ASTM B311** | --- #### **5. Key Characteristics** - **Excellent Corrosion Resistance**: Particularly in marine environments - **Good Strength-to-Weight Ratio**: Optimal balance for structural applications - **Good Formability**: Suitable for moderate bending and forming operations - **Excellent Weldability**: All standard welding methods applicable - **Good Anodizing Response**: Accepts various surface treatments well - **Stable Mechanical Properties**: H32 temper ensures consistency --- #### **6. Processing Characteristics** **Forming Operations:** - Good for bending and moderate forming - Minimum bend radius: 1-2× thickness - Suitable for roll forming and shallow drawing - Moderate springback characteristics **Joining Methods:** - GTAW (TIG) - Excellent - GMAW (MIG) - Excellent - Resistance welding - Very good - Adhesive bonding - Excellent - Mechanical fastening - Good - Brazing - Suitable **Surface Treatments:** - Anodizing - Very good results - Painting - Excellent adhesion - Powder coating - Superior finish - Chemical conversion - Good - Polishing - Very good --- #### **7. Product Applications** **Marine Applications:** - Boat hulls and decks - Marine fittings and hardware - Offshore platform components - Ship superstructures **Transportation:** - Vehicle body panels - Truck and trailer components - Railway carriage parts - Aircraft fuel tanks **Architectural Applications:** - Building facades and panels - Roofing and siding systems - Decorative trim - Window frames **General Manufacturing:** - Appliance panels and parts - Electrical enclosures - Food processing equipment - Chemical handling components --- #### **8. Available Forms & Sizes** - Sheet: 0.5mm to 6.0mm thickness - Strip: 0.3mm to 3.0mm thickness - Plate: 6mm to 50mm thickness - Coil: Up to 1500mm width - Circles: Various diameters for stamping --- #### **9. International Standards** | Standard Organization | Designation | Specification | |----------------------|-------------|---------------| | Aluminum Association | AA 5052-H32 | AA-50 | | ASTM International | ASTM B209-5052H32 | ASTM B209 | | EN Standard | EN AW-5052-H32 | EN 573-3 | | ISO Standard | AlMg2.5-H32 | ISO 209 | | JIS Standard | A5052-H32 | JIS H4000 | | GB Standard | 5052-H32 | GB/T 3880 | --- #### **10. Corrosion Performance** - **Salt Spray Resistance**: >1000 hours (ASTM B117) - **Marine Atmosphere**: Excellent - **Industrial Atmosphere**: Very good - **Stress Corrosion**: Good resistance - **Pitting Resistance**: Excellent --- #### **11. Quality Assurance** - Certified chemical composition - Verified mechanical properties - Surface quality inspection - Dimensional accuracy control - Non-destructive testing available - Third-party certification --- #### **12. Design Advantages** - **Weight Reduction**: 1/3 the weight of steel with comparable strength - **Cost Effectiveness**: Good balance of performance and cost - **Manufacturability**: Easy to fabricate and assemble - **Durability**: Long service life in corrosive environments - **Recyclability**: 100% recyclable without property loss --- #### **13. Storage & Handling** - Store in dry, ventilated areas - Protect from mechanical damage - Use appropriate separators - Avoid contact with other metals - Maintain clean handling conditions --- *Note: 5052-H32 aluminum alloy provides an excellent combination of strength, corrosion resistance, and manufacturability, making it one of the most versatile aluminum alloys for marine, transportation, and architectural applications. The H32 temper offers optimal balance for general fabrication purposes.*

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