Aluminum Alloy
5052-H32
The marine sheet alloy: excellent corrosion resistance (especially saltwater) and formability, good weldability. Non heat-treatable.
Last verified: 2026-07-09
| SeriesAlloy series (principal alloying element). | 5xxx |
|---|---|
| TemperThe common temper these typical values apply to. | H32 |
| Density(g/cm³) | 2.68 |
| Tensile(MPa)Typical ultimate tensile strength. | 228 |
| Yield(MPa)Typical 0.2% offset yield strength. | 193 |
| Elong.(%)Typical elongation at break. | 12 |
| Hardness(HB)Typical Brinell hardness. | 60 |
| Modulus(GPa)Elastic (Young's) modulus. | 70.3 |
| Machinability | Fair |
| Weldability | Good |
- Typical uses: sheet-metal fabrication, marine and fuel tanks, enclosures, formed parts.
- Great formability and saltwater corrosion resistance; strengthened by cold work, not heat treatment.
Other aluminum alloys
Sources
- The Aluminum Association — Aluminum Standards and Data (typical mechanical properties)
- ASM International — properties of wrought aluminum alloys