Aluminium 5083 is known for exceptional performance in extreme environments. 5083 is highly resistant to attack by both seawater and industrial chemical environments.
Alloy 5083 also retains exceptional strength after welding. It has the highest strength of the non-heat treatable alloys but is not recommended for use in temperatures in excess of 65°C.
Applications
Alloy 5083 is typically used in:
~ Shipbuilding
~ Rail cars
~ Vehicle bodies
~ Tip truck bodies
~ Mine skips and cages
~ Pressure vessels
Mechanical Properties shown are for 0/H111 temper
Alloy Designations
Alloy 5083 also confirms to:
GM41
A95083
AlMG4.5Mn
Al Mg4.5 Mn0.7
Temper Types
The most common tempers for 5083 aluminium are:
- O - Soft
- H111 - Some work hardening imparted by shaping processes but less than required for H11 temper
- H32 - Work hardened by rolling then stabilised by low-temperature heat treatment to quarter hard
Weldability
When welding 5083 to itself or another alloy from the same sub-group, the recommended filler metal is 5183. Other suitable fillers are 5356 and 5556.
Weldability – Gas: Average
Weldability – Arc: Excellent
Weldability – Resistance: Excellent
Brazability: Poor
Solderability: Poor
Fabrication
Workability – Cold: Average
Machinability: Poor
This Data is indicative only and must not be seen as a substitute for the full specification from which it is drawn. In particular, the mechanical property requirements vary widely with temper, product and product dimensions. The information is based on our present knowledge and is given in good faith. However, no liability will be accepted by the Company is respect of any action taken by any third party in reliance thereon.
As the products detailed may be used for a wide variety of purposes and as the Company has no control over their use; the Company specifically excludes all conditions or warranties expressed or implied by statute or otherwise as to dimensions, properties and/or fitness for any particular purpose.
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