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# 5354 Aluminum Alloy Technical Datasheet ## Material Overview 5354 Aluminum Alloy is a medium-strength, non-heat-treatable aluminum-magnesium alloy from the 5xxx series, designed for applications requiring good strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and superior weldability. This alloy is particularly suitable for marine applications, pressure vessels, and structural components where reliability in corrosive environments is essential. --- ## 1. Chemical Composition (Weight %) | Element | Composition Range | |---------|-------------------| | Aluminum (Al) | Balance | | Magnesium (Mg) | 2.4 - 3.4 | | Manganese (Mn) | 0.10 - 0.40 | | Chromium (Cr) | 0.15 - 0.35 | | Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.40 | | Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.25 | | Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.10 | | Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.20 | | Titanium (Ti) | ≤ 0.10 | | Other Elements (Each) | ≤ 0.05 | | Other Elements (Total) | ≤ 0.15 | --- ## 2. Physical Properties | Property | Value | |----------|-------| | Density | 2.68 g/cm³ | | Melting Range | 600 - 645 °C | | Electrical Conductivity | 32-36% IACS | | Thermal Conductivity | 125 - 135 W/m·K | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (20-100°C) | 23.8 × 10⁻⁶/°C | | Modulus of Elasticity | 70 GPa | | Specific Heat Capacity | 900 J/kg·K | --- ## 3. Mechanical Properties | Temper | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | |--------|------------------------|----------------------|----------------| | O | 210 - 260 | 100 - 140 | 20 - 25 | | H32 | 260 - 310 | 190 - 230 | 14 - 18 | | H34 | 280 - 330 | 210 - 250 | 12 - 16 | | H112 | 210 - 260 | 100 - 140 | 18 - 22 | --- ## 4. Technical Applications ### Primary Application Sectors: - **Marine & Offshore** - Boat hulls and superstructures - Marine fittings and hardware - Offshore platform components - Deck plating and structures - **Pressure Vessels** - Storage tanks - Pressure containers - Cryogenic vessels - Chemical processing equipment - **Transportation** - Truck body components - Trailer structures - Railway carriage parts - Automotive structural components - **Welded Structures** - Bridge components - Structural frameworks - Industrial equipment - Machinery components --- ## 5. International Standards Compliance | Standard Organization | Designation | |----------------------|-------------| | Aluminum Association | AA 5354 | | ASTM International | ASTM B209-5354 | | European Standards | EN AW-5354 | | Japanese Standards | JIS A5354 | | International Standards | ISO 6361-2 | --- ## 6. Material Characteristics ### Key Advantages: - Good strength-to-weight ratio - Excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in marine environments - Superior weldability with minimal strength loss - Good stress corrosion cracking resistance - Excellent fatigue performance - Good cryogenic properties ### Special Features: - **Corrosion Performance** - Excellent seawater corrosion resistance - Good performance in marine atmospheres - Suitable for chemical environments - Resistant to stress corrosion cracking - **Welding Characteristics** - Excellent weldability using conventional methods - Recommended filler wires: 5356, 5183 - Minimal strength loss in heat-affected zone - Good weld metal properties --- ## 7. Processing Characteristics ### Manufacturing Considerations: - **Forming Operations** - Good cold working capability - Best formability in O temper - Suitable for bending and moderate forming - Predictable springback characteristics - **Welding Technology** - Excellent for MIG and TIG welding - Suitable for automated welding processes - Good weld bead appearance - Minimal porosity in welds - **Machining** - Good machinability with proper tools - Requires adequate cooling - Produces acceptable surface finish - Suitable for most machining operations --- ## 8. Quality Assurance ### Testing & Certification: - Mechanical property testing - Chemical composition analysis - Corrosion resistance testing - Weld procedure qualification - Non-destructive testing capability - Mill test certificates per EN 10204 3.1 --- ## Technical Note 5354 Aluminum Alloy provides an excellent balance of mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and manufacturing versatility. Its optimized chemical composition makes it particularly suitable for marine applications, pressure vessels, and structural components where reliability in corrosive environments is essential. The alloy maintains good strength characteristics while offering superior weldability and excellent corrosion resistance, making it a preferred choice for engineers designing components for marine, offshore, and chemical processing applications. Its consistent performance and good manufacturing characteristics ensure reliable service life in demanding environments.

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