5A06 Aluminum Bar
5A06 aluminum bar is a high-magnesium, non-heat-treatable aluminum alloy. Its composition is designed to provide high strength and excellent corrosion resistance. This makes it particularly suitable for harsh environments such as marine, aerospace, and structural applications.
5A06 aluminum is a high-strength, non-heat-treatable alloy belonging to the Al-Mg-Mn series (5xxx series). It is widely used in marine and industrial applications, offering outstanding corrosion resistance, weldability, and formability.
5A06 Aluminum Bar Characteristics
| Characteristics | Description |
| High Strength and Stability | The 5A06 aluminum bar is known for its excellent tensile strength and yield strength, making it ideal for applications that require resistance to high loads and impacts. This characteristic makes it a preferred choice for manufacturing aerospace structural components, ship skeletons, military armor plates, and other load-bearing parts. Even under high pressure or extreme environments, 5A06 aluminum bar maintains its structural integrity and provides stable mechanical performance. |
| Excellent Corrosion Resistance | 5A06 aluminum bar contains a higher magnesium content and has good resistance to oxidation and seawater corrosion. Even in harsh conditions such as salt mist, humidity, and acidic or alkaline environments, it can maintain the integrity of the material surface over a long period. This excellent corrosion resistance makes it widely used in shipbuilding, marine engineering, offshore platforms, and chemical equipment, significantly extending the product's service life. |
| Good Weldability and Machinability | 5A06 aluminum bar performs exceptionally well in welding, particularly when using tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding. The weld strength can reach 90-95% of the base material strength, ensuring the reliability of the welded joints. Additionally, it has excellent cutting and machining properties, facilitating precise manufacturing and complex parts processing. Whether used in aerospace components, pressure vessels, or mechanical equipment, 5A06 aluminum bar meets stringent manufacturing and assembly requirements. |
5A06 Aluminum Bar Informations
Chemical Composition of 5A06 Aluminum Bar (Typical %)
| Element | Composition (%) | Function |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 5.8–6.8% | Primary strengthener |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.5–0.8% | Enhances strength and workability |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.4% | Impurity control |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤0.4% | Improves casting and wear resistance |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤0.2% | Provides additional corrosion resistance |
| Titanium (Ti) | ≤0.1% | Grain refinement |
| Aluminum (Al) | Balance | Base metal |
Mechanical property parameter table of 5A06 aluminum bar rod
| Tensile Strength (Rm/Mpa) | Yield Strength (Rp0.2/Mpa) | Elongation at Break (A/%) | Hardness (HB) |
| 265 | 115 | 14 | 75 |
Physical Properties of 5A06 Aluminum Bar
| Property | Value | Remarks |
| Density | 2.7 g/cm³ | Lightweight, typical for aluminum alloys |
| Melting Range | 570–640°C | Suitable for extrusion and casting |
| Electrical Conductivity | ~30% IACS | Lower than pure aluminum due to alloying |
| Thermal Conductivity | ~125 W/m·K | Moderate thermal performance |
5A06 Aluminum Bar Applications
| Application | Description |
| Aerospace Applications | 5A06 aluminum bars are widely used in the aerospace field for manufacturing structural components, reinforcements, and skins. Its high strength and good fatigue resistance ensure the safety and reliability of aircraft and spacecraft in high altitudes and extreme temperature conditions. In addition, the excellent corrosion resistance of 5A06 aluminum bars allows them to withstand harsh environmental challenges in aerospace, such as humidity, pressure changes, and UV radiation. |
| Shipbuilding Applications | With its outstanding resistance to seawater corrosion, 5A06 aluminum bars are ideal for shipbuilding. They are widely used in hull structures, decks, bulkheads, and ship reinforcements, effectively resisting seawater corrosion and salt mist erosion. At the same time, the high strength and lightweight characteristics of 5A06 aluminum bars help reduce ship weight, improve fuel efficiency, and navigation performance, thereby extending the service life of ships. |
| Transportation Applications | 5A06 aluminum bars are commonly used in the transportation sector for manufacturing the body structures and support components of rail vehicles, subway cars, heavy trucks, and special vehicles. Its high strength and excellent impact resistance provide superior safety, while the material's lightweight properties significantly reduce the overall weight of vehicles, improving fuel economy and operational efficiency. |
| Petrochemical Applications | 5A06 aluminum bars are widely used in the petrochemical industry for the manufacture of storage tanks, pipelines, heat exchangers, and pressure vessels. Its excellent corrosion resistance is particularly remarkable in acidic and alkaline environments and high humidity conditions, ensuring the long-term stable operation of equipment. Coupled with good welding and machining properties, 5A06 aluminum bars provide a safe and reliable material solution for the petrochemical industry. |
What are the Standards and Specifications for 5A06 Aluminum Bars?
5A06 aluminum bars are typically available in various diameters ranging from 8 mm to 350 mm, with lengths ranging from 1000 mm to 6000 mm. Haomei Aluminum provides customized cutting and finishing options to meet specific project requirements.
Haomei 5A06 Aluminum Product Forms and Standards Temper
Available forms: Aluminum bars, plates, pipes, etc., common tempers include H112 (hot-extruded temper), O (annealed temper).
The mechanical properties vary significantly depending on different processing tempers (e.g., H112, O temper), so it is necessary to select the appropriate temper based on the application scenario.
Below are the details of different forms and tempers of 5A06 aluminum materials.
| 5A06 Aluminum Product Forms and Tempers | Description |
| 5A06 Aluminum Bar | 5A06 aluminum bars are a high-strength and corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy, widely used in the manufacture of load-bearing components and structural parts. Its excellent mechanical properties make it an important material in the aerospace, shipbuilding, transportation, and petrochemical industries. 5A06 aluminum bars maintain structural stability under extreme environmental conditions and have good weldability, making them suitable for the precision manufacturing of parts. |
| 5A06 Aluminum Plate | 5A06 aluminum plates are a high-strength, corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy, widely used for manufacturing aircraft skins, ship bulkheads, and chemical equipment housings. Its excellent oxidation resistance allows it to withstand corrosion from seawater and acidic or alkaline environments, making it especially suitable for use in marine and high-humidity environments. Additionally, 5A06 aluminum plates have good machinability and are easy to cut and form. |
| 5A06 Aluminum Tube | 5A06 aluminum tubes, known for their excellent strength, lightweight properties, and corrosion resistance, are widely used in shipbuilding, petrochemical, and mechanical structural applications. Its seawater corrosion resistance and oxidation resistance make it particularly suitable for marine engineering, chemical equipment, and high-pressure pipeline systems. Due to its good weldability, 5A06 aluminum tubes perform efficiently and reliably in various complex environments. |
| 5A06 H112 Aluminum (Hot-Extruded Temper) | 5A06 H112 aluminum is an aluminum alloy processed by hot extrusion, offering good plasticity and machinability, suitable for various forming processes. This temper is commonly used for manufacturing large-scale aluminum profiles, structural components, and building materials, particularly for applications that require high strength and good ductility. 5A06 H112 aluminum offers high corrosion resistance and can maintain a long service life in harsh environments. |
| 5A06 O Aluminum (Annealed Temper) | 5A06 O aluminum is an aluminum alloy that has been annealed, offering excellent plasticity and weldability, making it suitable for deep processing and complex forming. In this temper, 5A06 aluminum alloy performs well in applications requiring high plasticity and good machining properties, widely used in the manufacture of parts that require significant deformation, such as pipes, containers, and large structural components. In addition, 5A06 O aluminum has good corrosion resistance, making it suitable for marine and chemical industries. |
5A06 Aluminum Rod Advantages
| Advantages | Description |
| Excellent Corrosion Resistance, Especially in Seawater | 5A06 aluminum rods exhibit outstanding seawater corrosion resistance, making them particularly effective in marine environments. Its high magnesium content provides it with strong resistance to salt spray and oxidation, ensuring that the material maintains its integrity and performance even when exposed to seawater or humid conditions for extended periods. This excellent corrosion resistance makes 5A06 aluminum rods widely used in shipbuilding, offshore platforms, and other marine engineering, ensuring long-term stable performance. |
| High Strength-to-Weight Ratio | 5A06 aluminum rods maintain high strength while being relatively lightweight, providing an excellent strength-to-weight ratio. This makes them perform well in applications that require high load-bearing, such as aerospace, shipbuilding, and transportation sectors. By reducing weight, 5A06 aluminum rods not only enhance the load capacity of structures but also improve energy efficiency. In particular, in the aerospace and aviation industries, this lightweight feature helps improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. |
| Fully Recyclable, No Performance Loss | 5A06 aluminum rods are environmentally friendly materials that are fully recyclable. Their performance is not lost during the recycling process, and characteristics such as strength and corrosion resistance remain unchanged. The recycling process of 5A06 aluminum rods is highly energy-efficient, helping to reduce energy consumption and raw material waste, aligning with green manufacturing and sustainable development goals. As a result, 5A06 aluminum rods play a significant role in the circular economy and are widely used in industries requiring high environmental and resource efficiency. |
5A06 Aluminum Rod Limitations
Compared to heat-treatable alloys (such as 6xxx/7xxx), it has lower maximum strength.
Requires cold working for strengthening (no heat treatment).
Processing of 5A06 Aluminum Rod
Processing and Manufacturing
- Forming methods: Can be processed through casting, extrusion, forging, and machining.
- Welding: Suitable for various welding methods (e.g., MIG, TIG, spot welding), with excellent weldability of welds.
- Surface treatment: Typically anodized or painted to further enhance corrosion resistance and appearance.
Manufacturing Characteristics
- Welding: Excellent weldability through TIG, MIG, or resistance welding.
- Formability: Good in the annealed (O) condition; strain-hardened temper (H32/H34) provides higher strength but lower ductility.
- Machinability: Moderate; requires sharp tools and sufficient cooling.
- Corrosion Resistance: Performs excellently in marine/saltwater environments; resistant to stress corrosion cracking.
