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### **5183A Aluminum Alloy Technical Datasheet** **Material Overview** 5183A Aluminum Alloy is an enhanced version of the standard 5183 alloy, featuring tighter compositional controls and improved consistency for critical applications. As a high-strength Al-Mg alloy from the 5xxx series, it offers superior welding performance, excellent marine corrosion resistance, and enhanced mechanical properties. The "A" designation indicates improved manufacturing controls and quality assurance standards. --- ### **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Composition Range | Notes | |---------|-------------------|-------| | Aluminum (Al) | Balance | High purity base | | Magnesium (Mg) | 4.5 - 5.2 | Tighter control | | Manganese (Mn) | 0.60 - 0.90 | Optimized range | | Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.25 | Reduced limit | | Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.25 | Enhanced purity | | Chromium (Cr) | 0.10 - 0.20 | Controlled addition | | Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.05 | Ultra-low | | Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.20 | Reduced | | Titanium (Ti) | 0.05 - 0.15 | Grain refinement | | Other Elements (Each) | ≤ 0.03 | Tighter control | | Other Elements (Total) | ≤ 0.10 | Enhanced purity | --- ### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Value | Standard | |----------|-------|----------| | Density | 2.66 g/cm³ | ASTM B193 | | Melting Range | 575 - 640 °C | - | | Electrical Conductivity | 30-34% IACS | ASTM E1004 | | Thermal Conductivity | 120 - 130 W/m·K | ASTM E1461 | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 23.8 × 10⁻⁶/°C | ASTM E228 | | Modulus of Elasticity | 70 GPa | ASTM E111 | | Specific Heat Capacity | 900 J/kg·K | - | --- ### **3. Mechanical Properties** | Temper | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | |--------|------------------------|----------------------|----------------| | O | 290 - 340 | 140 - 180 | 20 - 24 | | H32 | 330 - 380 | 250 - 290 | 14 - 18 | | H34 | 350 - 400 | 270 - 310 | 12 - 16 | | H112 | 290 - 340 | 140 - 180 | 18 - 22 | --- ### **4. Technical Applications** **Critical Application Sectors:** - **Marine Engineering** - Naval vessel structures - Offshore platform critical components - Submarine pressure hulls - Marine cryogenic containers - **Aerospace & Defense** - Military vehicle armor - Aerospace fuel tanks - Defense equipment structures - Satellite components - **Pressure Equipment** - High-pressure vessels - Cryogenic storage tanks - Nuclear components - Chemical reactors - **Transportation** - High-speed train bodies - Luxury vehicle frames - Aircraft components - Special vehicle structures --- ### **5. International Standards Compliance** | Standard Organization | Designation | Specification | |----------------------|-------------|---------------| | European Standards | EN AW-5183A | EN 485-2 | | Aluminum Association | AA 5183 | Enhanced Grade | | ASTM International | ASTM B209 | Premium Quality | | ISO Standards | ISO 6361-2 | AlMg4.8Mn0.7 | | German Standards | DIN 3.3587 | Special Grade | --- ### **6. Material Characteristics** **Enhanced Advantages:** - Superior and consistent welding performance - Enhanced marine corrosion resistance - Improved fracture toughness - Better stress corrosion cracking resistance - Consistent batch-to-batch properties - Superior cryogenic performance **Special Features:** - **Welding Excellence** - Premium filler wire quality - Exceptional weld metal properties - Minimal porosity in welds - Superior weld bead profile - **Corrosion Performance** - Enhanced pitting resistance - Improved intergranular corrosion resistance - Superior performance in chloride environments - Excellent long-term durability --- ### **7. Processing Characteristics** **Advanced Manufacturing:** - **Welding Technology** - Excellent for critical welding applications - Superior arc stability - Minimal spatter generation - Excellent weld penetration - **Forming Operations** - Consistent forming characteristics - Predictable springback - Good stretch forming capability - Suitable for complex shapes - **Quality Control** - Enhanced non-destructive testing compatibility - Superior ultrasonic inspectability - Excellent surface quality - Consistent mechanical properties --- ### **8. Quality Assurance** **Premium Testing Protocol:** - Enhanced chemical analysis - Advanced mechanical testing - Comprehensive corrosion testing - Fracture toughness evaluation - Weld procedure qualification - Third-party certification available **Certification Standards:** - EN 10204 3.2 Certification - Enhanced traceability - Special process controls - Premium quality documentation --- ### **9. Special Considerations** **Design Applications:** - Critical structural components - Safety-critical applications - Long-life cycle designs - Extreme environment applications **Performance Features:** - Excellent low-temperature toughness - Superior fatigue performance - Enhanced stress corrosion resistance - Reliable long-term performance --- **Technical Note:** 5183A Aluminum Alloy represents the premium grade in its category, specifically designed for applications where superior and consistent performance is critical. The enhanced chemical controls and manufacturing processes ensure exceptional performance in demanding applications including marine, aerospace, defense, and pressure vessel industries. Its improved consistency and reliability make it the preferred choice for safety-critical and long-life cycle applications.

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