5052 aluminum circle is manufactured from 5052 aluminum sheet or coil through punching, stamping, spinning, and deep drawing processes. It belongs to the 5xxx series aluminum-magnesium alloy family, with magnesium (Mg) as the main alloying element. Known for its high strength, excellent corrosion resistance, good formability, and outstanding weldability, 5052 aluminum circle is widely used in cookware, marine equipment, pressure vessels, automotive parts, lighting, electronics, and industrial manufacturing applications.
Description
Features
- High Strength
5052 aluminum provides significantly higher strength than 1xxx and 3xxx series aluminum, offering excellent durability and lightweight performance.
- Excellent Corrosion Resistance
It provides outstanding resistance to seawater, moisture, and chemical corrosion, making it suitable for marine and outdoor environments.
- Excellent Formability
With good deep drawing, bending, and stamping performance, it is suitable for manufacturing complex-shaped components.
- Superior Weldability
5052 aluminum offers excellent welding performance and maintains good mechanical properties after fabrication.
- Good Surface Quality
Smooth surface finish suitable for anodizing, polishing, painting, and protective coating.
Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Alloy | 5052 Aluminum |
| Chemical Composition (%) | Al Balance, Mg 2.2–2.8, Cr 0.15–0.35, Si ≤0.25, Fe ≤0.40, Cu ≤0.10, Mn ≤0.10, Zn ≤0.10, Other Elements (Each) ≤0.05, Other Elements (Total) ≤0.15 |
| Temper | O, H12, H14, H16, H18, H22, H24, H32 |
| Thickness | 0.3 mm – 10 mm |
| Diameter | 50 mm – 1500 mm (Customized Available) |
| Surface Finish | Mill Finish / Bright Finish / Mirror Finish / Anodized Finish |
| Edge | Mill Edge / Trim Edge / Smooth Punched Edge |
| Processing Method | Punching / Stamping / Deep Drawing / Spinning |
| Standard | ASTM B209 / EN AW-5052 / JIS H4000 |
Typical Mechanical Properties
| Property | 5052-O |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 170–215 MPa |
| Yield Strength | ≥65 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥12% |
| Hardness (Approx.) | 40–50 HB |
| Density | 2.68 g/cm³ |
| Electrical Conductivity | Approx. 35% IACS |
| Melting Point | Approx. 607–649°C |
Applications
- Cookware Manufacturing
Used for pots, pans, pressure cooker bodies, cookware parts, and kitchen equipment due to its strength and corrosion resistance.
- Lighting Industry
Suitable for lamp reflectors, LED housings, lighting covers, and decorative components.
- Industrial Manufacturing
Used for pressure vessels, mechanical parts, deep drawn components, and fabricated structures.