5086 h32 aluminum plate sheet

5086 H32 is a typical grade in the 5000 series aluminum alloys (aluminum-magnesium alloys), known for its excellent corrosion resistance, medium strength, and good workability. It is widely used in applications that require weather resistance and structural stability.

The core feature of the 5000 series aluminum alloys is that they do not contain copper (Cu), therefore offering both corrosion resistance and medium strength, without the risk of stress corrosion cracking (this is a key difference from 2000 series and 7000 series aluminum alloys).

5086 H32 is a marine-grade aluminum alloy with outstanding corrosion resistance (especially in seawater). The H32 temper indicates that the alloy has undergone strain hardening and stabilization through cold working, thereby improving its mechanical properties and making it suitable for applications such as shipbuilding, cryogenic storage tanks, and offshore structures.

What does 5086 H32 aluminum mean?

5086: Alloy designation, indicating aluminum-magnesium alloy.

H32: Temper designation, indicating the alloy has undergone strain hardening through cold working, followed by stabilization treatment, resulting in medium strength and good formability.

The "H temper" represents the state of aluminum alloys that have been "strain hardened (cold worked) + stabilized, " suitable for 5000 series alloys that cannot be strengthened by heat treatment (such as quenching and aging). These alloys are "non-heat-treatable, " and their strength mainly depends on cold working. The detailed meaning of H32 is as follows:

• H: Strain-hardened condition;
• 3: Stabilization treatment after strain hardening (relieves internal stress from cold working, prevents later deformation, stabilizes mechanical properties);
• 2: Moderate strain hardening level (tensile strength corresponds to the medium level of cold worked states of this alloy).

5086 H32 Aluminum Sheet Specifications

5086 h32 aluminum plate sheet thickness tolerance

5086 H32 Aluminum – Excellent Corrosion Resistance

5086 H32 is one of the aluminum alloys with the best corrosion resistance, especially suitable for harsh environments:

• Marine corrosion resistance: The magnesium oxide film formed is dense and resists seawater and salt spray corrosion, far superior to 1000 series pure aluminum and 2000 series aluminum alloys.
• Atmospheric corrosion resistance: In industrial and rural atmospheres, it shows almost no rusting and can be used long-term without additional coatings.
• No stress corrosion cracking (SCC): 5000 series alloys do not contain copper, avoiding the stress corrosion cracking issues found in 2000 series and 7000 series alloys.

5086 h32 aluminum properties

• Marine grade: With excellent corrosion resistance, specifically designed for use in harsh marine environments.
• High strength: Higher strength compared to other common alloys such as 5052.
• Non-heat treatable: Belongs to the 5xxx series (aluminum-magnesium alloys), strengthened by strain hardening (cold working) instead of heat treatment.
• Excellent corrosion resistance: Provides superior corrosion resistance, especially in marine environments like seawater, and also performs well in industrial atmospheres.
• Excellent weldability: Easily welded using TIG and MIG methods, retaining most of its mechanical strength in the weld zone.
• Good formability: Can be processed into complex shapes, but its ductility in the H32 temper is lower than in the annealed condition.
• Non-magnetic: It is non-magnetic.

5086 H32 Aluminum Plate and Sheet Fabrication & Processing

• Heat treatment: H32 temper indicates that the aluminum has undergone specific heat treatment processes to achieve strain hardening and stabilization.
• Machinability: It is easy to machine, weld, and form. However, due to its high magnesium content, special considerations may be required for welding.
• Formability: It has good formability, suitable for various applications requiring high strength and corrosion resistance.
• Heat treatment: 5086 aluminum alloy is not strengthened by heat treatment. Instead, its strength is mainly increased through strain hardening or cold working.
• Non-magnetic: 5086 H32 aluminum alloy is non-magnetic, making it suitable for applications requiring non-magnetic materials.

5086 h32 aluminum plate sheet chemical composition

5086 h32 aluminum plate sheet mechanical properties

Haomei 5086 H32 Aluminum Sheet Plate Hot Selling Sizes

5086 H32 Aluminium Sheet Equivalent Grades

Applications of 5086 H32 Aluminum Plate Sheet

5086 aluminum is widely used in shipbuilding applications, such as hulls and superstructures, ship ladders, pressure vessels, and armor plates for military vehicles.

• Ships (hulls, ladders)
• Offshore drilling platforms
• Cryogenic storage tanks and pressure vessels
• Military and other harsh environments

Typical Applications

5083 H32 vs 5052 H32

5086 H32 is a "balanced" aluminum alloy, achieving an excellent balance between corrosion resistance, medium strength, and workability. It is particularly suitable for applications that require long-term exposure to harsh environments while maintaining structural stability, making it an ideal material for marine, transportation, and outdoor structural fields.

Comparison of 5086 with Similar Alloys

• Compared with 5083: Due to higher manganese content in 5083, the mechanical properties of 5086 are slightly lower, but its characteristics are comparable to 5083, making it a popular and cost-effective alternative.
• Compared with 5052: 5086 has higher strength than the more common 5052 alloy, making it suitable for more demanding structural applications.

5086 h32 aluminum related questions

What is 5086 grade aluminum?

5086 grade aluminum is a marine-grade alloy known for its excellent corrosion resistance and high strength, commonly used in shipbuilding and marine applications.

What is the difference between 5086 and 6061 aluminum?

The difference between 5086 and 6061 aluminum is that 5086 offers superior corrosion resistance and strength for marine environments, while 6061 provides better machinability and is often used in structural applications and aerospace due to its versatility and strength.

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