Answers to common questions regarding Al 5086
What parts are commonly made out of Al 5086?
Al 5086 is extremely popular for vessel gangways, and boat/yacht hulls
What industries can you find Al 5086?
Mostly used in transportation, pressure vessels, cryogenics, towers and drilling rigs, gas/oil piping, ordnance, and armor plate.
What are the properties of Al 5086?
This alloy has very good corrosion resistance (susceptible to deterioration after prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures) and moderate strength. Its weldability is a plus. It is used similarly to aluminum 5083 although 5086 has better stress corrosion cracking resistance.
What is the composition and chemistry of Al 5086?
|
Element |
Min |
Max |
|
Aluminum, Al |
93 |
96.3 |
|
Chromium, Cr |
0.05 |
0.25 |
|
Copper, Cu |
0 |
0.10 |
|
Iron, Fe |
0 |
0.50 |
|
Magnesium, Mg |
3.5 |
4.5 |
|
Manganese, Mn |
0.20 |
0.70 |
|
Other, each |
0 |
0.05 |
|
Other, total |
0 |
0.15 |
|
Silicon, Si |
0 |
0.40 |
|
Titanium |
0 |
0.15 |
|
Zinc, Zn |
0 |
0.25 |