5154-H32 Aluminum alloy,Aluminum 5154-H32 alloy,E FORU

### **5154-H32 Aluminum Alloy Product Introduction** **Overview** 5154-H32 is a strain-hardened and stabilized temper variant of the 5154 aluminum-magnesium alloy, offering an optimal balance of strength, formability, and corrosion resistance. The H32 temper indicates the material has been strain-hardened to a quarter-hard level and then stabilized to achieve consistent mechanical properties. This combination makes it one of the most versatile and widely used tempers for marine and structural applications. --- ### **1. Chemical Composition** The chemical composition maintains the excellent corrosion-resistant characteristics of the base 5154 alloy. | Element | Content (%) | |---------|-------------| | **Aluminum (Al)** | Balance | | **Magnesium (Mg)** | 3.1 - 3.9 | | **Manganese (Mn)** | ≤ 0.50 | | **Silicon (Si)** | ≤ 0.50 | | **Iron (Fe)** | ≤ 0.50 | | **Chromium (Cr)** | 0.15 - 0.35 | | **Copper (Cu)** | ≤ 0.10 | | **Zinc (Zn)** | ≤ 0.20 | | **Titanium (Ti)** | ≤ 0.20 | | **Other Elements (Each)** | ≤ 0.05 | | **Other Elements (Total)** | ≤ 0.15 | --- ### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Value / Description | |----------|---------------------| | **Density** | 2.66 g/cm³ (0.096 lb/in³) | | **Melting Range** | 590 - 650 °C (1094 - 1202 °F) | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 33-37% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 128 - 138 W/m·K | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.9 × 10⁻⁶/°C (20-100°C) | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 70 GPa (10,200 ksi) | | **Corrosion Resistance** | Excellent, particularly in marine environments | --- ### **3. Mechanical Properties** 5154-H32 provides enhanced mechanical properties while maintaining good formability. | Property | Typical Value | Standard Requirement | |----------|---------------|---------------------| | **Tensile Strength** | 290 - 340 MPa | Min. 270 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 210 - 250 MPa | Min. 205 MPa | | **Elongation (in 50mm)** | 12 - 16% | Min. 10% | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 75 - 85 HB | - | | **Shear Strength** | 180 - 210 MPa | - | | **Fatigue Strength** | 125 - 140 MPa | - | --- ### **4. Product Applications** 5154-H32 is specified across multiple industries where reliability and performance are critical: - **Marine & Shipbuilding:** Hull plating, deck structures, marine railings, and boat components - **Transportation:** Truck body panels, trailer sides, automotive structural parts - **Pressure Vessels:** Storage tanks, pressure containers, and chemical vessels - **Architectural:** Marine architecture, coastal building facades, handrails - **Industrial Equipment:** Chemical processing equipment, heat exchangers, platforms --- ### **5. International Standards** 5154-H32 is recognized and specified in major international standards: | Standard | Designation | Specification | |----------|-------------|---------------| | **ASTM** | ASTM B209-5154 H32 | Sheet and Plate | | **ASTM** | ASTM B210-5154 H32 | Drawn Seamless Tubes | | **EN** | EN AW-5154A H32 | EN 485-2 | | **ISO** | AlMg3.5 H32 | ISO 6361-2 | | **JIS** | A5154 H32 | JIS H4000 | | **GB** | 5A54 H32 | GB/T 3880.2 | --- ### **Special Characteristics** - **Optimized Strength-Ductility Balance:** Quarter-hard temper provides ideal combination for fabrication - **Strain-Hardened & Stabilized:** Mechanical properties remain stable over time - **Excellent Marine Corrosion Resistance:** Superior performance in saltwater environments - **Good Weldability:** All common welding methods applicable with minimal property degradation - **Superior Formability:** Can be readily formed and bent without cracking - **Stress Corrosion Cracking Resistance:** Suitable for stressed components in corrosive environments --- ### **Processing Guidelines** - **Welding:** Excellent weldability using GTAW, GMAW with 5356 or 5183 filler wires - **Forming:** Good cold formability; moderate springback should be accounted for - **Machining:** Use sharp tools with positive rake angles; adequate chip clearance required - **Annealing:** If required, anneal at 345°C for 2-3 hours followed by air cooling - **Surface Treatment:** Excellent response to anodizing, painting, and other coatings --- ### **Quality Assurance** 5154-H32 is subject to rigorous quality controls including: - Mechanical property verification - Corrosion testing per ASTM standards - Dimensional accuracy checks - Surface quality inspections - Chemical composition verification 5154-H32 Aluminum Alloy represents an excellent choice for applications requiring enhanced strength beyond the annealed condition while maintaining good fabrication characteristics and superior corrosion resistance. Its balanced properties make it particularly suitable for marine environments and structural components where reliability and durability are paramount.

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 1848 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.