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Aluminium 5052
Formable aluminium with marine resistance
Aluminium 5052 offers good corrosion resistance, formability and moderate strength, commonly used in sheet metal and marine fabrication.
Density
2.68 g/cm³
Tensile strength
190-260 MPa
Max temperature
~150-200 °C
Pros
- Good corrosion resistance
- Excellent formability
- Lightweight
Considerations
- Moderate strength
- Not ideal for high-temperature use
Manufacturing & industries
SheetFormedMarine fabrication
MarineAutomotiveSheet metal
Property profile
Strength
42
Lightness
89
Heat
38
Flexibility
68
Durability
58
Corrosion
84
Affordability
72