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### **5182-H32 Aluminum Alloy Technical Datasheet** **Material Overview** 5182-H32 is a strain-hardened aluminum-magnesium alloy supplied in the quarter-hard temper condition. The H32 temper indicates the material has been strain-hardened to a specified level and then stabilized to achieve consistent mechanical properties and improved formability compared to harder tempers. This alloy offers an optimal balance of moderate strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and good formability, making it suitable for various automotive and general engineering applications. --- ### **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Composition Range | |---------|-------------------| | Aluminum (Al) | Balance | | Magnesium (Mg) | 4.0 - 5.0 | | Manganese (Mn) | 0.20 - 0.50 | | Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.20 | | Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.35 | | Chromium (Cr) | ≤ 0.10 | | Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.15 | | Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.25 | | Titanium (Ti) | ≤ 0.10 | | Other Elements (Each) | ≤ 0.05 | | Other Elements (Total) | ≤ 0.15 | --- ### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Value | |----------|-------| | Density | 2.65 g/cm³ | | Melting Range | 575 - 640 °C | | Electrical Conductivity | 31-35% IACS | | Thermal Conductivity | 125 - 135 W/m·K | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (20-100°C) | 24.1 × 10⁻⁶/°C | | Modulus of Elasticity | 70 GPa | | Specific Heat Capacity | 900 J/kg·K | --- ### **3. Mechanical Properties** | Property | Typical Value | Standard Minimum | |----------|---------------|------------------| | Tensile Strength | 290 - 340 MPa | 275 MPa | | Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) | 230 - 280 MPa | 220 MPa | | Elongation (50mm) | 12 - 16% | 10% | | Hardness (Brinell) | 80 - 90 HB | - | | Shear Strength | 190 - 220 MPa | - | | Fatigue Strength | 130 - 150 MPa | - | --- ### **4. Technical Applications** **Primary Application Sectors:** - **Automotive Industry** - Body panels and inner components - Structural reinforcements - Bumper systems - Wheel covers and trim - **Marine Applications** - Boat hull components - Marine fittings and hardware - Deck equipment - Superstructure components - **General Engineering** - Pressure vessels - Storage tanks - Structural frames - Industrial equipment - **Consumer Products** - Appliance components - Recreational equipment - Furniture frames - Electronic enclosures --- ### **5. International Standards Compliance** | Standard Organization | Designation | |----------------------|-------------| | Aluminum Association | AA 5182-H32 | | ASTM International | ASTM B209-5182 H32 | | European Standards | EN AW-5182 H32 | | Japanese Standards | JIS A5182 H32 | | International Standards | ISO 6361-2 AlMg4.5Mn0.4 H32 | --- ### **6. Material Characteristics** **Key Advantages:** - Good strength-to-weight ratio - Excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in marine environments - Enhanced formability compared to harder tempers - Good weldability using conventional methods - Stable mechanical properties - Suitable for moderate forming operations **Processing Characteristics:** - **Forming Operations** - Good bendability and formability - Suitable for moderate drawing operations - Predictable springback characteristics - Adequate for most stamping applications - **Joining Technology** - Excellent weldability (MIG, TIG, spot welding) - Recommended filler alloys: 5356, 5183 - Good adhesive bonding characteristics - Suitable for mechanical fastening - **Surface Treatment** - Good painting and coating adhesion - Suitable for anodizing - Accepts chemical conversion coatings - Consistent surface finish quality --- ### **7. Quality Assurance** **Testing & Certification:** - Full mechanical property testing - Chemical composition verification - Surface quality inspection - Formability assessment - Corrosion resistance testing - Mill test certificates according to EN 10204 3.1 --- ### **8. Special Considerations** **Manufacturing Guidelines:** - Suitable for medium to high production volumes - Requires standard tooling and equipment - Good consistency in manufacturing processes - Compatible with automated production lines **Design Considerations:** - Ideal for components requiring moderate strength - Suitable for marine and corrosive environments - Excellent for weight-sensitive applications - Preferred when balance of strength and formability is required --- **Technical Note:** 5182-H32 Aluminum Alloy provides an excellent balance of mechanical properties and manufacturability, making it a versatile choice for applications requiring moderate strength combined with good corrosion resistance and formability. The stabilized H32 temper ensures consistent performance in various manufacturing processes and service conditions.

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 1856 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.