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# 5652-O Aluminum Alloy Technical Datasheet ## Material Overview 5652-O is the annealed temper of the 5652 aluminum-magnesium alloy, offering maximum ductility and superior formability for severe forming operations. In the "O" (annealed) condition, this non-heat-treatable alloy achieves its softest state, making it ideal for complex fabrication processes and deep drawing applications. The alloy maintains excellent corrosion resistance characteristics, particularly in chemical processing and marine environments, while providing exceptional workability for demanding manufacturing requirements. --- ## 1. Chemical Composition (Weight %) | Element | Composition Range | |---------|-------------------| | Aluminum (Al) | Balance | | Magnesium (Mg) | 2.2 - 2.8 | | Chromium (Cr) | 0.15 - 0.35 | | Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.40 | | Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.25 | | Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.04 | | Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 0.01 | | Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.10 | | Titanium (Ti) | ≤ 0.06 | | Other Elements (Each) | ≤ 0.05 | | Other Elements (Total) | ≤ 0.15 | --- ## 2. Physical Properties | Property | Value | |----------|-------| | Density | 2.68 g/cm³ | | Melting Range | 607 - 649 °C | | Electrical Conductivity | 35-39% IACS | | Thermal Conductivity | 140 - 150 W/m·K | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (20-100°C) | 23.9 × 10⁻⁶/°C | | Modulus of Elasticity | 70 GPa | | Specific Heat Capacity | 900 J/kg·K | --- ## 3. Mechanical Properties | Property | Typical Value | |----------|---------------| | Tensile Strength | 160 - 210 MPa | | Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) | 70 - 110 MPa | | Elongation (50mm) | 22 - 28% | | Hardness (Brinell) | 45 - 55 HB | | Shear Strength | 110 - 140 MPa | | Fatigue Strength | 85 - 105 MPa | --- ## 4. Technical Applications ### Primary Application Sectors: - **Deep Drawing & Forming** - Complex deep-drawn chemical containers - Severe forming applications - Intricate stamped parts for chemical industry - Multi-stage formed components - **Chemical Processing Equipment** - Chemical tank formations - Process vessel components - Heat exchanger formations - Custom chemical apparatus - **Marine Applications** - Complex marine fittings - Boat hull formations - Marine hardware fabrication - Custom marine components - **Food & Beverage Industry** - Food processing equipment formations - Brewing equipment components - Food storage tank formations - Processing machinery parts --- ## 5. International Standards Compliance | Standard Organization | Designation | |----------------------|-------------| | Aluminum Association | AA 5652-O | | ASTM International | ASTM B209-5652 O | | European Standards | EN AW-5652 O | | Japanese Standards | JIS A5652 O | | International Standards | ISO 6361-2 | --- ## 6. Material Characteristics ### Key Advantages: - Maximum ductility and formability - Excellent deep drawing capability - Superior corrosion resistance to chemicals - Good weldability characteristics - Consistent mechanical properties - Ideal for complex forming operations ### Special Features: - **Corrosion Performance** - Outstanding chemical corrosion resistance - Excellent performance in marine environments - Suitable for food contact applications - Resistant to stress corrosion cracking - **Forming Characteristics** - Exceptional deep drawing performance - Minimal springback - Suitable for severe bending operations - Excellent stretch forming capability --- ## 7. Processing Characteristics ### Manufacturing Considerations: - **Forming Operations** - Excellent deep drawing capability - Minimal springback characteristics - Suitable for severe bending operations - Superior stretch forming performance - **Welding Technology** - Excellent weldability using all standard methods - Recommended filler: 5356, 5652 - Good weld metal properties - Minimal heat-affected zone sensitivity - **Heat Treatment** - Supplied in fully annealed condition - Can be strain-hardened after forming - Suitable for all cold working operations - Stable properties at room temperature --- ## 8. Quality Assurance ### Testing & Certification: - Mechanical property verification - Chemical composition analysis - Formability testing - Surface quality inspection - Corrosion resistance evaluation - Mill test certificates per EN 10204 3.1 --- ## Technical Note 5652-O Aluminum Alloy provides the ultimate in formability and workability within the 5652 alloy system, making it the preferred choice for applications requiring severe forming operations and complex fabrication processes in corrosive environments. The fully annealed condition ensures maximum ductility while maintaining the excellent corrosion resistance that characterizes the 5652 alloy, particularly its exceptional performance in chemical processing applications. This material serves as an ideal starting point for manufacturing processes that may involve subsequent strain hardening to achieve desired mechanical properties, offering manufacturers exceptional flexibility in production while ensuring reliable performance in aggressive chemical and marine service environments. The alloy's ability to undergo significant deformation without cracking or failure makes it invaluable for producing complex-shaped components for chemical processing equipment, food industry applications, and marine components where both excellent corrosion resistance and complex geometries are required.

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