5052 aluminium alloy

Updated on Nov 20, 2024

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5052 is an aluminium alloy, primarily alloyed with magnesium and chromium.

Typical applications include architecture, general sheet metal work, heat exchangers.

Chemical properties

The alloy composition of 5052 is:

Magnesium - 2.2%-2.8% by weight

Chromium - 0.15%-0.35% maximum

Copper - 0.1% maximum

Iron - 0.4% maximum

Manganese - 0.1% maximum

Silicon - 0.25% maximum

Zinc - 0.1% maximum

Others each 0.05% maximum

Others total 0.15% maximum

Remainder Aluminium

5052 has been used in architectural, sheet metal and fabrication uses.

Weldability – Gas: Good

Weldability – Arc: Very Good

Weldability – Resistance: Very Good

Brazability: Acceptable

Solderability: Not recommended

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