5083 aluminum plate is a high-strength aluminum-magnesium alloy known for its excellent performance, making it widely used in various demanding environments.
1. Main Alloy Characteristics
2. Physical and Mechanical Properties
3. Welding and Heat Treatment
4. Overall Performance
5083 aluminum plate is highly favored for its exceptional performance in extreme environments, making it an ideal choice for various industrial applications.
5083 aluminum plate generally meets ASTM B209 standards and is available in a variety of specifications based on thickness, width and length requirements.
| European Standard | AW-AlMg4, 5Mn0, 7 |
| OLD | AG4, 5MC |
| WNr | 3.3547 |
| UNS | A95083 |
| ISO | AlMg4, 5Mn0, 7 |
| USA (AA) | 5083 |
| GERMANY (DIN) | AlMg4, 5Mn |
| Alloy | Temper | Thickness(mm) | Width(mm) | Length(mm) |
| 5083 | O, H111, H112, H114, H116, H321 | 3-50 mm | 2000 mm or customized |
6000/8000/9000/12000mm or customized |
5083 aluminum plate exhibits excellent corrosion resistance, especially in marine environments, making it suitable for applications exposed to seawater and other corrosive elements.
Alloy 5083 is used in marine applications due to its excellent resistance to general corrosion. Alloy 5083 is particularly suitable for cryogenic markets due to its ability to withstand extremely low temperatures without embrittlement or loss of properties.
| Aluminum Plate/Sheet | Characteristics | Common Applications |
| 5083 H321 Aluminum Plate | High strength, excellent corrosion resistance, good weldability, increased resistance to stress corrosion cracking. | Used in marine environments, shipbuilding, and offshore structures due to its durability and corrosion resistance. |
| 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate | Exceptional corrosion resistance, particularly in seawater, good strength, high weldability, resistance to stress corrosion cracking. | Ideal for marine structures, shipbuilding, and pressure vessels where high corrosion resistance and strength are critical. |
| 5083 H111 Aluminum Plate | Good strength, corrosion resistance, minimal additional processing, economical option. | Suitable for marine and transportation industries, including boat hulls and decks, where good corrosion resistance and strength are needed. |
| 5083 Tooling Plate | Precision-machined, high strength, excellent dimensional stability, good corrosion resistance. | Used in aerospace tooling, mold making, and precision engineering applications that require high strength and accuracy. |
| 5083 Cast Aluminum Plate | High strength, good corrosion resistance, castability, suitable for complex shapes. | Commonly used in aerospace components, automotive parts, and high-strength structural applications requiring complex shapes. |
| 5083 Aluminum Armor Plate | Superior strength, impact resistance, high durability, corrosion resistance, ballistic impact resistance. | Employed in military vehicles, armored protection systems, and defense applications where high strength and impact resistance are essential. |
| 5083 O Aluminum Sheet | Fully annealed, good formability, corrosion resistance, lower strength compared to heat-treated versions, excellent machinability. | Used in marine environments, including shipbuilding and boat construction, where good formability and corrosion resistance are important. |
| 5083 H131 Aluminum Sheet | High strength, improved stress corrosion resistance, good weldability, designed for high-stress applications. | Suitable for marine and offshore structures, as well as high-pressure environments where high strength and stress resistance are required. |
| 5083 Aluminum Tread Checker Plate Sheet | Patterned surface for slip resistance, good strength, corrosion resistance, durability. | Ideal for flooring, stair treads, and walkways in industrial and marine environments where slip resistance and durability are needed. |
| 5083 O/H32/H111 Aerospace Aluminum Plate | Various tempers (O, H32, H111) for different applications, good strength, excellent corrosion resistance. | Used in aerospace structures and components that require specific mechanical properties, high durability, and resistance to corrosion. |
| 5083 O H321 Oil Tanker Aluminum Plate | High strength, corrosion resistance, designed for oil tanker applications, H321 temper for stress corrosion resistance. | Utilized in oil tankers and large-scale fuel storage containers where high strength and resistance to stress corrosion are necessary. |
| 5083 H32 Aluminum Sheet for Auto Body | Good strength, formability, moderate corrosion resistance, H32 temper for balance of properties. | Applied in automotive body panels and components that require a balance of strength and formability. |
| 5083 H116/H321/H111 Marine Aluminum Sheet | Multiple tempers (H116, H321, H111), high strength, excellent corrosion resistance, good weldability. | Used in marine vessels, shipbuilding, and offshore structures where high strength, corrosion resistance, and weldability are essential. |
| Product | temper | Thickness/in | Form |
| 5083 Aluminum Sheet ASTM B928 | H116 | 0.125" | Sheet |
| 5083 Aluminum Sheet ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H321 | 0.125" | Sheet |
| 5083 Aluminum Sheet ASTM B928 | H116 | 0.160" | Sheet |
| 5083 Aluminum Sheet ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H116 | 0.190" | Sheet |
| 5083 Aluminum Sheet ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H116 | 0.197" | Sheet |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H116 | 0.236" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H116 | 0.250" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H116 | 0.313" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B928 | H116 | 0.375" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H32 | 0.375" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 0.375" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B928 | H116 | 0.394" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H116 | 0.472" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H116 | 0.500" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B928 | H32 | 0.500" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 0.500" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H116 | 0.625" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H32 | 0.625" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H116 | 0.750" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B928 | H32 | 0.750" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 0.750" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H116 | 1.000" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 1.000" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H32 | 1.250" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 1.250" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H116 | 1.375" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 1.500" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 2.000" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B928 | H321 | 2.250" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 2.500" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H321 | 3.000" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 3.250" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate ASTM B209, ASTM B928 | H321 | 3.500" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 4.250" | Plate |
| 5083 Aluminum Plate AMS4056, QQ-A-250/6 | H321 | 6.000" | Plate |
5083 is commonly used in marine applications due to its corrosion resistance. It is able to withstand extremely low temperatures without becoming brittle or losing properties, making it particularly suitable for cryogenic markets. 5083 is also commonly used in LNG ship construction, storage tanks, high-strength welded structures, armor plates, structural components subjected to corrosive environments, drilling rigs, and pressure vessels and rail vehicles. Some of the industries served include oil and gas, military, commercial and recreational marine, chemical plants, and industrial containment vessels.
Typical Uses
5083 aluminum sheet has moderate machinability. Proper tooling and processing techniques are required to achieve the desired results.
5083 aluminum sheet can be easily formed using conventional methods such as bending, stamping, and deep drawing.
5083 aluminum sheet can be welded using a variety of techniques such as arc welding, MIG (metal inert gas) welding, and TIG (tungsten inert gas) welding. However, proper cleaning and preparation of the material surface is essential to achieve a high-quality weld.
5083 alloy retains excellent strength after welding. 5083 aluminum is very suitable for welding and can be hardened by cold working.
5083 aluminum sheet is generally not heat treatable. However, it can be annealed or solution heat treated to improve its mechanical properties or relieve internal stresses.
5083 aluminum has the highest strength of non-heat treatable alloys, but it is not recommended for use at temperatures above 65 degrees Celsius.
Common processing methods for 5083 aluminum plates are:
Cutting (e.g. sawing, shearing)
Drilling
Bending
Forming
Welding (e.g. arc welding, MIG welding, TIG welding)
Surface treatment (e.g. polishing, anodizing)
Heat treatment (if applicable)
These processing methods can process 5083 aluminum plates into various shapes and sizes to meet specific application requirements.
| Element | Composition Range |
| Aluminum (Al) | 95.2% - 98.5% |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 4.0% - 4.9% |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.4% - 1.0% |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.05% - 0.25% |
| Others (each) | ≤ 0.05% |
| Others (total) | ≤ 0.15% |
| Remainder | Aluminum (balance) |
| Temper | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Hardness (HB) |
| H116 | 270 - 345 | 115 - 240 | 12 - 20 | 75 - 105 |
| H321 | (not specified) | (not specified) | (not specified) | (not specified) |
| O | (not specified) | (not specified) | (not specified) | (not specified) |
| Product | Size |
| .187"5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 288" |
| .25" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 48.5" x 144.5" |
| .25" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 60" x 120" |
| .25" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 72" x 120" |
| .25" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 240" |
| .25" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 288" |
| .25" 5083 H321 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 60" x 144" |
| .375" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 60" x 120" |
| .375" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 288" |
| .375" 5083 H321 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 60" x 120" |
| .5" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 60" x 120" |
| .5" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 48" |
| .75" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 60" x 120" |
| .75" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 192" |
| .75" 5083 H321 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 48" x 144" |
| 1" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 12" x 36" |
| 1" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 24" x 36" |
| 1" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 60" x 120" |
| 1" 5083 H321 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 48" x 144" |
| 0.125" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 240" |
| 0.190" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 84" x 288" |
| 0.190" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 288" |
| 0.190" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 360" |
| 0.125" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 48" x 96" |
| 0.125" 5083 H116 Aluminum Plate Sheet | 96" x 240" |
What is aluminum plate grade 5083?
5083 Aluminum Plate is a high-strength, corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy primarily used in marine environments. It has excellent resistance to seawater and can withstand harsh conditions, making it ideal for shipbuilding and military applications.
What is the difference between 6061 and 5083 Aluminium?
6061 Aluminum is a versatile alloy with good strength and machinability, often used in structural and aerospace applications. 5083 Aluminum, on the other hand, has higher strength and superior corrosion resistance, especially in marine environments, making it better suited for shipbuilding and military uses.
What is the difference between 5083 and 5052 aluminium?
5083 Aluminum offers higher strength and better corrosion resistance than 5052 Aluminum, which is still highly corrosion-resistant but has lower strength. 5083 is preferred for more demanding marine and structural applications, while 5052 is used in less severe conditions but still provides good performance.
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