Aluminium Alloy 5083
Aluminum 5083 likewise holds uncommon quality subsequent to welding. It has the most elevated quality of the non-heat treatable composites however is not suggested for use in temperatures in overabundance of 65°C.When welding Aluminium 5083 to itself or another alloy from the same sub-group, the recommended filler metal is 5183. Other suitable fillers are 5356 and 5556.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF ALUMINIUM ALLOY
Applications of Aluminium Alloy 5083:
Chemical Composition :
| Element | % Present |
|---|---|
| Si | 0.4 |
| Fe | 0.4 |
| Cu | 0.1 |
| Mn | 0.4-1.0 |
| Mg | 4.0-4.9 |
| Zn | 0.25 |
| Ti | 0.15 |
| Cr | 0.05-0.25 |
| Al | Balance |
Mechanical Properties:
| Temper | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSI | KSI | % | |
| O (annealed) | 42 | 21 | 14 |
| H112 | 43 | 23 | 10 |
| H116 | 46 | 33 | 10 |
| H321 | 46 | 33 | 10 |
Physical Properties:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 2650 kg/m3 |
| Melting Point | 570°C |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 72 GPa |
| Electrical Resistivity | 0.058x10-6 Ω.m |
| Thermal Conductivity | 121 W/m.K |
| Thermal Expansion | 25x10-6 /K |