Aluminium alloy 5251 is known for work hardening rapidly and is readily weldable. It also possesses high corrosion resistance particularly in marine environments.
Aluminium alloy 5251 is a medium strength alloy possessing good ductility and therefore good formability. Alloy 5251 is known for work hardening rapidly and is readily weldable. It also possesses high corrosion resistance particularly in marine environments.
Applications
5251 is typically used in:
~ Boats
~ Panelling and pressings
~ Marine structures
~ Aircraft parts
~ Vehicle panels
~ Furniture tubing
~ Silos
~ Containers
Mechanical Properties shown are for H22 condition - Mechanical properties for other tempers are shown on page 2.
Chemical Composition
Spec: BS EN573-3:2009
Alloy 5251
Chemical Element % Present
Manganese (Mn) 0.10 - 0.50
Copper (Cu) 0.0 - 0.15
Magnesium (Mg) 1.70 - 2.40
Silicon (Si) 0.0 - 0.40
Zinc (Zn) 0.0 - 0.15
Chromium (Cr) 0.0 - 0.15
Titanium (Ti) 0.0 - 0.15
Other (Each) 0.0 - 0.05
Others (Total) 0.0 - 0.15
Iron (Fe) 0.0 - 0.50
Aluminium (Al) Balance
