Capalex Aluminium Extrusions

5083 Alloy Data Sheet

            Mechanical Properties
Forming Machining Welding Brazing/Soldering Protective Anodising Aesthetic Anodising Temper Restrict Min N/mm Stress Min N/mm
Good Good Good Not Suitable Good Good 0 125 275

 

Chemical Composition EN AW-5083
Si 0.40
Fe 0.40
Cu 0.10
Mn 0.40-1.0
Mg 4.0-4.9
Cr 0.05-0.25
Zn 0.25
Ti 0.15
Others (each) 0.05
Others (total) 0.15
Aluminium Remainder

(The chemical composition of aluminium and aluminium alloys is supplied in percentage by mass. Limits are expressed as a maximum unless shown as a range or a minimum)

Aluminium alloy 5083 has very good weld ability and corrosion resistance to seawater and marine atmosphere.

Applications

Aluminium alloy 5083 is commonly used for marine; other applications include automotive, railway, building and road construction and machinery.

* Properties given are typical and should only be used for comparisons of alloys. Actual values will depend on section specification.

** Aerospace materials are covered by the ‘L’ series of British standards.

Note: Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of data provided, Capalex does not guarantee or accept liability for its accuracy.