Aluminum 5052-H32 is a popular alloy in the 5xxx series of aluminum alloys. It is known for its excellent corrosion resistance, moderate strength, and good workability. With these characteristics, this type of raw material is widely-used in prototyping industries, like sheet metal fabrication, prototype bending, deep draw stamping prototype or other custom aluminum stamping prototype parts.
The "5052" designation refers to the alloy's primary alloying elements, which include magnesium and chromium.
The "H32" in the name indicates that the alloy has been strain-hardened to a quarter-hard temper, which means it has been cold-worked to increase its strength and hardness without significantly reducing its ductility. This combination of properties makes 5052-H32 well-suited for a wide range of applications, including marine environments, transportation, and general manufacturing.
One of the key advantages of 5052-H32 is its resistance to corrosion, particularly in coastal or marine environments. The chromium content in the alloy helps to form a stable, protective oxide layer on the surface, which protects the underlying metal from degradation. This makes 5052-H32 a popular choice for boat and ship components, as well as for outdoor equipment and structures.
In terms of mechanical properties, 5052-H32 has a tensile strength of around 310 MPa and a yield strength of 215 MPa. It is also relatively ductile, with an elongation at break of around 12%. These properties, combined with its good formability and weldability, make 5052-H32 a versatile and widely-used aluminum alloy.
The raw material properties of aluminum 5052-H32 for sheet metal stamping prototype fabrication as below for reference.
| Raw Material Properties |
Material Grade/
Description |
Chemical Composition (weight %) |
T.S
(Mpa) |
Y.S
(Mpa) |
EL |
Hardness |
| (Cu) |
(Si) |
(Fe) |
(Mn) |
(Mg) |
(Zn) |
(Cr) |
(Ti) |
| Aluminum 5052-H32 |
<=0.1 |
<=0.25 |
<=0.40 |
<=0.1 |
2.2~2.8 |
<=0.1 |
<=0.1 |
NA |
170～305MPa |
>=90Mpa |
>=10% |
120-160HB
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