5052 aluminum sheet belongs to the 5000 series aluminum-magnesium alloys, with magnesium as the primary alloying element. It is one of the most widely used non-heat-treatable aluminum alloys, offering an excellent balance of strength, corrosion resistance, and formability, especially in marine and industrial environments.
Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Alloy | 5052 |
| Chemical Composition (%) | Al ≥ 97.25, Mg 2.2 – 2.8, Si ≤ 0.25, Fe ≤ 0.4, Cu ≤ 0.1, Mn ≤ 0.1, Zn ≤ 0.1, Ti ≤ 0.15, Cr 0.15 – 0.35, Others ≤ 0.15 |
| Temper | O, H14, H24, H32, H34, H112 |
| Thickness Range | 0.2 – 6.0 mm (customizable) |
| Width (mm) | 1000 – 2200 (customizable) |
| Length (mm) | Coil or sheet form, per customer requirement |
| Surface Finish | Mill Finish, Anodized, Painted, Coated, Film Laminated (optional) |
| Standard | ASTM B209 / EN AW-5052 / GB/T 3880 |
Description
Features
- Superior corrosion resistance
Performs exceptionally well in marine, chemical, and industrial environments, ideal for outdoor, coastal, and architectural applications.
- Good mechanical strength
Stronger than 1100 and 1350 series, suitable for medium-strength structural and decorative applications.
- Excellent formability and workability
Can be rolled, bent, stamped, and deep-drawn, suitable for medium-to-thin gauge processing and moderate forming.
- Smooth and uniform surface finish
Ideal for anodizing, painting, coating, embossing, or film lamination for both decorative and functional purposes.
- Good weldability
Compatible with TIG, MIG, and spot welding, ensuring reliable fabrication.
- Lightweight material
Low density helps reduce overall weight while maintaining strength and durability.
Typical Applications
- Marine and shipbuilding applications
Widely used for hulls, decks, superstructures, and marine fittings due to excellent corrosion resistance in seawater environments.
- Automotive and transportation parts
Suitable for truck panels, bus bodies, trailers, and structural components where medium-to-high strength and corrosion resistance are required.
- Chemical and industrial equipment
Applied in tanks, containers, pressure vessels, and protective panels for chemical and industrial environments.
- Architectural and building applications
Used for roofing, curtain walls, cladding, and decorative panels in outdoor and coastal environments.
- Heat transfer and thermal applications
Suitable for heat exchangers, cooling fins, and other components requiring good thermal conductivity.
- General fabrication and forming
Ideal for stamping, bending, rolling, and deep-drawing of medium-to-thin gauge sheets for structural or decorative purposes.
