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Aluminum 5052-H32
5052 is a strain-hardened aluminum-magnesium alloy and the most common aluminum for formed sheet metal parts. It bends without cracking far better than 6061-T6 and offers very good corrosion resistance, including in marine atmospheres. Request a quote or browse all materials.
Typical Properties
Aluminum 5052 at a glance
| Property | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Density | 2.68 g/cm³ (0.0968 lb/in³) |
| Ultimate tensile strength | 228 MPa (33 ksi) |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | 193 MPa (28 ksi) |
| Elongation at break | ~12% |
| Hardness | 60 HB |
| Elastic modulus | 70.3 GPa |
| Thermal conductivity | 138 W/m·K |
| Melting range | 607–649 °C |
Typical values for H32 temper. Strength comes from cold work, not heat treatment. These are typical reference values from standard published data, not guaranteed minimums. Request material certificates in your RFQ if properties must be verified.
Advantages
Why engineers choose Aluminum 5052
Formability
Tight bends and formed flanges with low cracking risk.
Corrosion resistance
Very good in salt spray and marine air.
Weldability
Welds well with common filler alloys.
Sheet availability
Widely stocked in standard sheet gauges.
Design considerations: Lower strength than 6061-T6; softer material machines with gummy chips; anodized appearance can be less uniform than 6061.
Applications
Common uses
Sheet metal enclosuresChassis and panelsMarine hardwareFuel and fluid tanksBrackets and covers
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