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5052 Aluminium Plates

5052 aluminium-magnesium plate with good corrosion resistance for marine and tank use

5052 is a non-heat-treatable aluminium-magnesium alloy with higher strength than 3003, good corrosion resistance including in salt water, and easy forming, stamping and welding, used for marine and tank applications. It is used for tanks, pressure vessels, marine and transport structures, tooling, aerospace components and general fabrication. For a quotation, send the alloy and temper, thickness, plate size or cutting drawing, quantity and the delivery destination.

5052 Aluminium Plates

Champak Industries is one of leading supplier of 5052 aluminium Plates SIZES OF 5052 PLATE 3/8", 1/2" X 48", 60" X 144. 5052 aluminum plate exhibits higher corrosion resistance than other aluminum alloys, and a higher strength than 3003 aluminum plate. Additionally, it maintains a superior resistance to salt water, making it a popular material for marine applications. 5052 aluminum plate is easy to form, stamp, weld and finish. With the proper setup, it has fair machinability.

Reading the text: “Sizes of 5052 plate 3/8", 1/2" X 48", 60" X 144"” lists thicknesses of 3/8 and 1/2 inch, widths of 48 and 60 inch and a length of 144 inch.

5052 Aluminium Plates: Purchasing Specification

RequirementWhat to specify
Alloy and temperState both, for example 5083-H116 or 6061-T651; properties depend on the temper.
StandardASTM B209 / ASME SB209 for plate and sheet, or EN 485 / EN 573; ASTM B928 for marine-service plate in the high-magnesium alloys, as the pages cite.
DimensionsThickness × width × length in mm or inches; number of plates or total weight.
CuttingSawing or waterjet cutting to your drawing; give tolerances and edge finish.
WeldingWeldability depends on the alloy: the 5xxx and 6xxx alloys weld readily, while high-strength 2xxx and 7xxx alloys are generally not arc-welded. State the process.
DocumentsMill test certificate (EN 10204 3.1) with chemistry, temper and mechanical properties.

Applications

5052 aluminum plate is used for products that require high strength in corrosive environments, including: Fuel tanks, Truck and trailer side panels, Small boat hulls, Truck cabs, Bumpers, Storage tanks, Pressurevessels.

Typical Chemical Properties

Silicon, Max % 0.25
Iron, Max % 0.4
Copper, Max % 0.10
Manganese, Max % 0.10
Magnesium, Max % 2.8
Chromium, Max % 0.35
Zinc, Max % 0.10
Titanium, Max % N/A

Reading the table: Values are maximum percentages. Alloy 5052 normally has a magnesium range of about 2.2–2.8%, so “2.8 max” is the upper limit.

Typical Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength ksi 170
Yield 0.2% Offset ksi 70
Elongation N/A

Units: “Tensile Strength ksi 170” and “Yield 70” cannot be ksi, because 170 ksi is stronger than any aluminium alloy. The unit and temper are not stated, so ask for the strength values of your temper on the certificate.

How the Eighteen Aluminium Alloys Differ

The eighteen pages cover aluminium alloys from several families. The 1xxx, 3xxx and 5xxx alloys are non-heat-treatable and gain strength by cold work, while the 2xxx, 6xxx and 7xxx alloys are heat-treatable. The 5xxx magnesium alloys are the usual marine and welded-structure choice; the 2xxx and 7xxx alloys are the high-strength aerospace alloys.

AlloyFamily and hardeningTypical use (from the pages)
1050A1xxx pure aluminium (99.5%), non-heat-treatableGeneral sheet-metal work, packaging, heat transfer, kitchenware
13501xxx electrical-grade aluminium (99.5% min), non-heat-treatableTransformer and switchgear conductors
20242xxx aluminium-copper, heat-treatableAircraft structure, precision fittings, truck wheels
21242xxx aluminium-copper, high-purity 2024, heat-treatableMachined fuselage bulkheads, military aircraft wing skins
22192xxx aluminium-copper, heat-treatableSpace boosters, fuel tanks, high-temperature structures
30033xxx aluminium-manganese, non-heat-treatableHeat exchangers, catwalks, food and chemical equipment, roofing
5052 (this page)5xxx aluminium-magnesium, non-heat-treatableFuel tanks, truck panels, small boat hulls, pressure vessels
50835xxx aluminium-magnesium (4.0–4.9% Mg)LNG ships, pressure vessels, storage tanks, welded structures
50865xxx aluminium-magnesium (3.5–4.5% Mg)Shipyard work, tank cars, patrol and work-boat hulls
51545xxx aluminium-magnesium (3.1–3.9% Mg)Wire, rivets and cold-heading applications
54545xxx aluminium-magnesium (2.4–3.0% Mg)Road transport, chemical plant, pressure vessels, marine and off-shore
54565xxx aluminium-magnesium (about 5% Mg)Welded structures, low-temperature service
57545xxx aluminium-magnesium (2.6–3.6% Mg)Treadplate, shipbuilding, vehicle bodies, food processing
6061-T66xxx aluminium-magnesium-silicon, heat-treatableTooling plate, architectural, transport, welded structures
70507xxx aluminium-zinc-magnesium-copper, heat-treatableAerospace fuselage frames and bulkheads
70757xxx aluminium-zinc, heat-treatableAirframe structures and highly stressed parts
71757xxx aluminium-zinc, heat-treatable forging alloyStructural fittings, bolts and rivets
74757xxx aluminium-zinc, controlled toughness, heat-treatableWing spars and fuselage bulkheads

State the alloy, temper and standard on your enquiry. Families are summarised for orientation; the mill certificate gives the actual chemistry and properties.

Cutting, Fabrication and Welding

Champak Industries describes full and part plate/profile supply and a plasma-cutting service. Send drawings, quantities, tolerances and edge preparation for your parts. Aluminium plate can be sawn, waterjet cut or machined to your drawing. Weldability depends on the alloy: the 5xxx and 6xxx alloys weld readily with a suitable filler, while the high-strength 2xxx and 7xxx alloys are generally not arc-welded. Send the alloy, temper and drawing with your enquiry.

Testing, Inspection Documents and Traceability

RequirementWhat to identify in the order
Mill test certificateEN 10204 3.1 showing alloy, temper, lot number, chemistry and mechanical properties
TemperAlloy and temper marked on the plate and the certificate (for example H116 or T651)
Ultrasonic testStandard and acceptance class for thick plate, if required
TraceabilityLot or plate number transferred to cut pieces

See the company’s Quality Policy for its published policy.

Source 5052 Aluminium Plates from Champak Industries

Champak Industries’ company profile records its establishment in Mumbai in 1978 and its stockist, import and export activities. 5052 Aluminium Plates can be requested together with other plates in the Aluminium Plates range.

What Determines the Quotation?

Grade and brand, thickness, plate size, quantity, cutting, testing and packing all affect the quotation. Say whether pricing is needed per kilogram, per plate or per finished piece.

Packing, Dispatch and Export Requirements

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5052 Aluminium Plates: Frequently Asked Questions

01

What is 5052 Aluminium Plates?

5052 is a non-heat-treatable aluminium-magnesium alloy with higher strength than 3003, good corrosion resistance including in salt water, and easy forming, stamping and welding, used for marine and tank applications.

02

What is 5052 aluminium used for?

Fuel tanks, truck and trailer side panels, small boat hulls, truck cabs, bumpers, storage tanks and pressure vessels.

03

Which sizes does the page list?

Plate of 3/8 and 1/2 inch thickness in 48 and 60 inch widths and 144 inch lengths; availability is confirmed at quotation.

04

How does 5052 compare with 3003?

The page says 5052 has higher corrosion resistance and higher strength than 3003 plate.

05

Can 5052 be welded?

It depends on the alloy and temper. The 5xxx and 6xxx alloys weld readily with a suitable filler; high-strength 2xxx and 7xxx alloys are generally not arc-welded. Ask for welding advice for your alloy.

06

Which certificate should I request?

An EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificate showing the alloy and temper, lot number, chemistry and mechanical properties.

07

Can another alloy replace 5052?

Alloys of the same family are comparable, not identical. Strength, corrosion resistance, weldability and formability differ, so confirm any substitution with your engineer.

08

Can 5052 plate be cut to size?

Yes. Plate can be sawn or waterjet cut to your drawing; send the drawing, quantities and tolerances with your enquiry.

09

Which sizes are available?

Availability depends on the alloy, temper and thickness; send the thickness, width and length you need and sizes will be confirmed at quotation.

10

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