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5083 aluminium alloy
View on Wikipedia5083 aluminium alloy is an aluminium–magnesium alloy with magnesium and traces of manganese and chromium. It is highly resistant to attack by seawater and industrial chemicals.[1]
Alloy 5083 retains exceptional strength after welding. It has the highest strength of the non-heat treatable alloys with an Ultimate Tensile Strength of 317 MPa or 46000 psi and a Tensile Yield Strength of 228 MPa or 33000 psi. It is not recommended for use in temperatures in excess of 65 °C.[2] Alloy 5083 is also commonly used in cryogenic applications due to it being able to be cooled to −195 °C. At this temperature, the alloy has an increase in ultimate tensile strength of 40% and in yield strength of 10% as well as exhibiting excellent fracture toughness at such temperatures.[3]
Anodizing
[edit]For AA 5083 alloy, the stages of porous structure development are substantially identical with that of pure aluminium, although an increase in oxide growth rate and high conductance of the oxide film were observed.
Chemical composition
[edit]The composition of 5083 aluminium is:[4]
Applications
[edit]Alloy 5083 is commonly used in:
Use requiring a weldable moderate-strength alloy having good corrosion resistance is met by alloy 5083.[citation needed]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Aluminium Alloys - Aluminium 5083 Properties, Fabrication and Applications, Supplier Data by Aalco". azom.com. 19 April 2005. Retrieved 8 March 2015.
- ^ "5083 Aluminium Alloy". Smiths Metal Centres. Retrieved 8 March 2015.
- ^ "Aluminum in Cryogenic Applications". Clinton Aluminum. 2020-08-19. Retrieved 2023-02-27.
- ^ "Aluminium Alloys - Aluminium 5083 Properties, Fabrication and Applications". AZoM.com. 2005-04-19. Retrieved 2019-05-02.
Further reading
[edit]- Tsangaraki-Kaplanoglou, I.; Theohari, S.; Dimogerontakis, Th.; Wang, Yar-Ming; Kuo, Hong-Hsiang (Harry); Kia, Sheila (2006). "Effect of alloy types on the anodizing process of aluminum". Surface and Coatings Technology. 200 (8): 2634–41. doi:10.1016/j.surfcoat.2005.07.065. INIST 17461272.
5083 aluminium alloy
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Designation and Classification
The 5083 aluminium alloy belongs to the 5xxx series of wrought aluminium alloys, which are non-heat-treatable and primarily strengthened by magnesium additions, relying instead on strain hardening for enhanced mechanical properties.[4] These alloys are valued for their excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in marine environments, due to the solid solution strengthening provided by magnesium.[5] Specifically, 5083 features a balanced magnesium content of approximately 4-5%, which delivers moderate strength while maintaining high resistance to corrosion without compromising weldability.[5] This composition distinguishes it from other 5xxx series alloys, such as 5052 with lower magnesium (2.2-2.8%) that offers good formability but reduced strength, and 5456 with higher magnesium (around 5.1%) that provides greater strength but increases susceptibility to hot cracking during welding.[6][7] Additionally, controlled additions of manganese (0.4-1.0%) and chromium (0.05-0.25%) in 5083 promote grain refinement for improved ductility and further enhance corrosion resistance, respectively.[5][8] Internationally, 5083 is designated as AA5083 by the Aluminum Association in the United States, EN AW-5083 under European standards, and equivalents such as AlMg4.5Mn in ISO and German DIN nomenclature.[9][10] The numerical designation "5083" follows the Aluminum Association system, where the leading "5" indicates magnesium as the principal alloying element, the second digit "0" denotes the original alloy without major modifications or other principal elements, and the final two digits "83" specify the particular variant and its associated strength level within the series.[4]Historical Development
The development of 5083 aluminum alloy emerged in the early 20th century as part of advancements in aluminum-magnesium (Al-Mg) alloys, which were first explored in the 1920s for their potential in lightweight structures. By the 1930s and 1940s, the industry shifted from the corrosion-prone 2xxx series (Al-Cu) alloys, which suffered from poor performance in seawater environments, to the more resistant 5xxx series; this transition was driven by the need for durable materials in marine settings, with early weldable 5xxx variants enabled by technologies like TIG welding. The 5083 alloy itself was developed in the 1940s-1950s within the 5xxx series, formalized through standardization efforts by the Aluminum Association in 1954, which established the wrought alloy numbering system to promote consistency across producers. Key contributors included Alcoa, which advanced Al-Mg alloy research post-World War I, and Kaiser Aluminum, founded in 1946 by Henry J. Kaiser leveraging wartime shipbuilding experience to expand aluminum applications in naval contexts.[11][12][13][14] This alloy's initial focus was on replacing steel in post-World War II naval applications, where its corrosion resistance provided a significant advantage over earlier alloys in harsh marine conditions. In the 1950s, 5083 was adopted by the U.S. Navy for ship hulls, enabling substantial weight savings and improved performance in high-speed vessels. The 1970s marked expansion into commercial shipbuilding, facilitated by improved extrusion processes that allowed for larger-scale production of components like superstructures and outfitting. Further refinements occurred in the 1990s and 2000s, adapting 5083 for cryogenic applications in liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, such as those built in Japan using up to 4,000 tons per ship.[12][15] As of 2025, modern updates to 5083 emphasize sustainability, with enhanced variants incorporating higher recycled content to meet EU regulations on marine emissions and product circularity. For instance, Speira's VIA Maris Njørdal alloy, based on 5083, achieves up to 15% material reduction in shipbuilding while maintaining strength, supported by Life Cycle Assessment certification under ISO 14040 and aligned with the EU's Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and recycled content mandates. These developments reflect broader industry efforts to reduce the environmental impact of marine materials through recycling and emissions-efficient designs.[16][17][18]Composition
Chemical Composition
The 5083 aluminium alloy is primarily composed of aluminium as the base metal, with magnesium as the principal alloying element, alongside manganese and chromium for enhanced performance. The nominal chemical composition, specified by weight percentage, includes aluminium (balance, approximately 92.55-95.55%), magnesium (4.0-4.9%), manganese (0.4-1.0%), and chromium (0.05-0.25%).[1] Impurities are strictly limited to maintain material integrity: copper (maximum 0.1%), iron (maximum 0.4%), silicon (maximum 0.4%), zinc (maximum 0.25%), titanium (maximum 0.15%), and other elements (maximum 0.15% total).[19]| Element | Weight % (Nominal Range) |
|---|---|
| Aluminium (Al) | Balance (92.55-95.55) |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 4.0 - 4.9 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.4 - 1.0 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.05 - 0.25 |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.1 |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.4 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.4 |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.25 |
| Titanium (Ti) | ≤ 0.15 |
| Others | ≤ 0.15 (total) |
Temper Designations
The 5083 aluminium alloy, a non-heat-treatable wrought alloy in the 5xxx series, utilizes the O and H temper designations from the standardized aluminum temper system to achieve desired mechanical properties through annealing and strain hardening processes, respectively.[23] The H tempers indicate strain hardening via cold working, such as rolling or stretching, often followed by partial annealing or stabilization to control microstructure and enhance properties like corrosion resistance; no T tempers are applicable due to the alloy's reliance on solid-solution strengthening from magnesium rather than precipitation hardening.[23][1] The O temper represents the fully annealed condition, achieved by heating the alloy to approximately 345°C followed by controlled cooling, resulting in a soft, recrystallized structure that maximizes formability and ductility for applications requiring extensive shaping.[23] In contrast, H tempers vary by the extent of strain hardening and additional treatments: H111 involves light cold working after annealing, suitable for plates and sheets with balanced formability; H112 applies to products work-hardened primarily through hot working without further cold strain, common for thicker plates.[1] Higher strain levels are denoted in tempers like H32 and H34, which incorporate work hardening followed by stabilization annealing to quarter-hard or half-hard states, improving strength while maintaining moderate ductility.[1] For specialized marine environments, H116 and H321 tempers are employed, where the alloy undergoes strain hardening to near full-hard levels and subsequent stabilization heat treatment to mitigate sensitization and enhance resistance to intergranular and exfoliation corrosion in welded structures exposed to seawater.[2] These tempers meet requirements in standards like ASTM B928 for plate products, including mandatory corrosion testing per ASTM G66 and G67.[2] The H116 temper, in particular, is selected for ship hulls and marine fabrication due to its optimized balance of strength and weldability, often certified by classification societies such as DNV.[2] Temper selection for 5083 depends on service conditions: the O temper is preferred for cryogenic applications, such as LNG tankers, where superior low-temperature ductility is critical to prevent brittle failure.[24] Strain-hardened tempers like H116 provide higher yield strength compared to O while preserving over 80% of base properties post-welding across variants, enabling versatile processing paths including cold rolling for sheets or stretching for plates to tailor usability.[23][24]Properties
Mechanical Properties
The 5083 aluminium alloy exhibits moderate to high strength among non-heat-treatable alloys, with mechanical properties primarily influenced by its strain-hardened tempers such as O, H32, H116, and H321.[2] Ultimate tensile strength (UTS) typically ranges from 270 to 385 MPa, yield strength from 115 to 215 MPa, and elongation from 10% to 16% in 50 mm gauge length, varying with temper, thickness, and product form.[2] For example, in the commonly used H116 temper for marine applications, standard plate shows a UTS of 317 MPa, yield strength of 228 MPa, and elongation of 16%.[25] These values are determined per ASTM E8 standards for tensile testing.| Temper | Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (% in 50 mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| O | 270–345 | 115–200 | 16 |
| H32 | 305–385 | ≥215 | 12 |
| H116 | ≥305 (≥285 for >40 mm thick) | ≥215 (≥200 for >40 mm thick) | 10 |
| H321 | 305–385 (≥285 for >40 mm thick) | ≥215 (≥200 for >40 mm thick) | 10–12 |
