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Product Description
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| Aluminum (Al) | Iron (Fe) | Silicon (Si) | Copper (Cu) | Zinc (Zn) | Manganese (Mn) | Chromium (Cr) |
| 95.7%-97.7% | 0.4% | 0.25% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 2.2%-2.8% | 0.15% |
Automotive Industry: The automotive industry commonly uses 5052 aluminum to manufacture components like body panels, inner panels, and structural parts. Its combination of strength, formability, and corrosion resistance makes it suitable for vehicle construction.
Marine and Boating: Because of its superb ability to resist saltwater corrosion, marine applications often utilize 5052 aluminum; this includes boat hulls, decks, fuel tanks, and other components exposed to harsh marine environments.
Construction and Architecture: The construction industry uses 5052 aluminum for architectural applications such as roofing, cladding, and facades. Its corrosion resistance and aesthetics make it an attractive choice for these purposes.
Electronics and Electrical Components: The alloy's high electrical conductivity and exceptional corrosion resistance make it ideal for electrical enclosures, transformers, and other electrical components.
Aerospace: The aerospace industry may use 5052 aluminum for non-critical structural elements, such as interior panels or aircraft cabin fittings, even though it is less common than other aluminum alloys, such as 6061 or 7075.
Household Appliances: This aluminum alloy produces household appliances like cookware, refrigerators, and air conditioning units due to its corrosion resistance and formability.
General Manufacturing: Manufacturers use 5052 aluminum in various general manufacturing applications, such as sheet metal fabrication, signage, and equipment enclosures.
Food and Beverage Packaging: Food and beverage manufacturers may use 5052 aluminum to produce packaging, thanks to its resistance to corrosion and ability to form into different shapes.
Transportation: The automotive industry uses 5052 aluminum in various forms, including trailers, truck bodies, and railcars, in addition to other applications.
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning): HVAC systems often incorporate 5052 aluminum in components like air ducts, heat exchangers, and condenser fins due to their heat and corrosion resistance.
Oil and Gas Industry: In some cases, equipment and components may use 5052 aluminum for offshore oil and gas platforms, where resistance to seawater corrosion is critical.
1.H32 Temper:
Applications: H32 is a commonly used temper for 5052 aluminum coils due to its good balance of strength and formability. It finds applications in Automotive, Architecture and Construction, Marine, and General Fabrication.
Automotive: Body panels, doors, hoods, and trunk lids.
Architecture and Construction: Roofing, siding, and architectural panels.
Marine: Boat components and hulls.
General Fabrication: Sheet metal parts, cabinets, and enclosures.
2.H34 Temper:
Applications: H34 offers a slightly higher strength than H32, with similar applications. It is suitable for Automotive, Marine, and General Fabrication.
Automotive: Structural components, frames, and chassis parts.
Marine: Shipbuilding components and decks.
General Fabrication: Structural elements, tanks, and pressure vessels.
3.H36 Temper:
Applications: H36 provides higher strength and rigidity compared to H34. Engineers and manufacturers use 5052 aluminum in applications requiring greater strength and stability, such as Aerospace, Automotive, and Construction.
Aerospace: Aircraft interior panels and components.
Automotive: Heavy-duty truck components.
Construction: Structural elements in building construction.
4.H38 Temper:
Applications: H38 is the highest strength temper among these common tempers. Demanding structural applications use these temper, such as Aerospace, Marine, and Industrial Machinery.
Aerospace: Aircraft structural components.
Marine: High-performance boat hulls and critical marine components.
Industrial Machinery: Heavy machinery components.
5. O (Annealed) Temper:
Applications: The fully annealed "O" temper is extraordinarily soft and highly formable. Applications requiring deep drawing and extensive forming use them, such as Cookware, Automotive, and Electronics.
Cookware: Pots, pans, and baking dishes.
Automotive: Deep-drawn parts like oil pans.
Electronics: Housing for electronic devices.
6. F (As Fabricated) Temper:
Applications: The "F" temper retains the properties achieved during fabrication. It is versatile, and general manufacturing, packaging, and signage use these temper.
General Manufacturing: Sheet metal fabrication and assembly.
Packaging: Cans, containers, and packaging materials.
Signage: Outdoor and architectural signage.
7.H22 and H24 Tempers:
Applications: H22 and H24 are intermediate in strength between the fully annealed "O" temper and the strain-hardened tempers like H32. They find use in Automotive and general fabrication.
Automotive: Fuel tanks, heat shields, and brackets.
General Fabrication: Parts that require moderate strength and formability.
8. Other Custom Tempers:
Applications: Custom tempers can vary widely based on the specific properties achieved. Some specialized applications may use them, including Automotive, Aerospace, Oil and Gas.
Automotive: Customized components for specialized vehicles.
Aerospace: Tailored structural elements.
Oil and Gas: Customized equipment for offshore applications.
1. Narrow Coils (Less than 900 mm):
Application: Narrower coils are suitable for applications that require minor or more precise dimensions.
Examples:
Automotive: Smaller automotive parts, brackets, and trim.
Electronics: Components requiring tight tolerances.
Signage: Narrow signage and lettering.
Custom Fabrication: Projects with limited space or specific width requirements.
2. Standard Widths (900 mm to 1,800 mm):
Application: We can use these standard widths in various applications because they are versatile.
Examples:
Automotive: Body panels, structural components, and chassis parts.
Architecture and Construction: Roofing, siding, and architectural panels.
Marine: Boat components, decks, and hulls.
General Fabrication: Sheet metal parts, cabinets, and enclosures.
Aerospace: Non-critical interior panels and components.
3. Wide Coils (Exceeding 1,800 mm):
Application: Applications that demand larger sheet sizes or specialized dimensions can use them.
Examples:
Industrial and Heavy-Duty Applications: Large industrial equipment, machinery components, and specialized manufacturing.
Construction: Large architectural panels and cladding.
Transportation: Wide vehicle panels and parts for buses or specialized vehicles.
4. Custom Widths:
Application: You can customize 5052 aluminum coils to any width, thickness, temper, and finish, minimizing waste and creating unique designs. They are often used to make one-piece roof panels, seamless building facades, custom-sized heat exchangers, and prototype parts. To order custom-width 5052 aluminum coils, contact a reputable supplier.
Examples:
Architectural Design: Custom-sized architectural features and artwork.
Packaging: Custom-sized packaging materials.
Aerospace: Custom components requiring precise dimensions.
Oil and Gas: Custom equipment and parts for specific applications.
1. Thin Coils (0.2 mm to 1.0 mm):
Applications: Thin 5052 aluminum coils are suitable for applications that require lightweight and flexible materials.
Examples:
Electronics: Circuit boards, components, and connectors.
Packaging: Thin aluminum foil for packaging materials.
Heat Exchangers: Fins and coils for efficient heat transfer.
2. Medium Thickness Coils (1.0 mm to 6.0 mm):
Applications: Medium-thickness 5052 aluminum coils strike a balance between strength and flexibility, making them versatile for various applications, such as:
Examples:
Automotive: Body panels, frames, and structural components.
General Fabrication: Sheet metal parts, enclosures, and cabinets.
Marine: Boat components and tanks.
Construction: Roofing, siding, and architectural panels.
3. Thick Coils (6.0 mm and above):
Applications: We use thick 5052 aluminum coils where strength and durability are critical. These can include:
Examples:
Heavy Machinery: Some specific examples of components and structural parts made from 5052 aluminum coils in industrial machinery include gear housings, pump casings, motor housings, conveyor frames, structural supports, brackets, and fasteners.
Aerospace: Critical structural components in aircraft construction.
Oil and Gas: Equipment and components for the oil and gas industry.
Transportation: Heavy-duty vehicle parts and trailer construction.
4. Custom Thickness:
Applications: Custom thickness 5052 aluminum coils meet specific project requirements that require high strength, durability, and specific dimensional tolerances. Specialized applications use them, such as aerospace components, medical devices, food processing equipment, chemical processing equipment, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and military equipment. Custom thickness coils can also match precise design specifications for architectural panels, automotive body parts, heat sinks, electrical components, and structural supports.
Examples:
Automotive Components: Custom thickness coils manufacture specialized automotive components such as suspension parts, racing car panels, and custom vehicle body modifications.
Aerospace Components: In the aerospace industry, specific aircraft components use customized thicknesses, including wing structures, landing gear components, and cockpit fittings.
Industrial Machinery: Fabricate machinery components using 5052 aluminum coils, including frames, supports, and structural elements for various industrial applications.
Transportation: Specialized transportation applications may require custom thicknesses for components such as tanker trailers, container walls, and railcar parts.
