1/4 Inch Thickness 5052 Aluminum Alloy Sheet Tank Truck Automobile Application
5052 aluminum is a versatile premium-grade material suitable for a wide range of applications. Although the
metal is not heat treatable, magnesium and chromium, these elements increase the aluminum’s strength,
durability, and corrosion resistance.
Our factory own the world advanced equipments, include:
Code | Name | Brand |
A | aluminum ignot melting furnace | GAUTSCHI (Switzerland) |
B | 4 continuous hot rolling mills | SMS Group (Germany) |
C | 2800mm width single stand cold rolling mill | SMS Group (Germany) |
D | all automatic three-dimensional elevated warehouse | Dematic (USA) |
We made these samples
For oversize sheet, we use Flat Rack Container for shipping
1) We use suitable securing material, such as wooden blocks, steel straps, and ratchet
tie-downs to firmly fix the aluminum plates to the flat rack.
2) To prevent possible exposure to seawater or rain, we cover the entire cargo with
waterproof tarps.
3) We make sure these sheets are loaded with a low and evenly distributed center of
gravity to avoid tilting during the transportation.
Key properties and benefits
♦ 5052 aluminum’s most notable properties are its weldability, formability, strength, durability, and electrical
and thermal conductivity.
♦ 5052 aluminum’s excellent weldability ensures strong bonds with excellent structural integrity. This also
helps simplify the assembly process in construction and manufacturing. 5052 aluminum’s high formability
allows the metal to be shaped into precise, complex shapes for a wide range of applications.
5052 Aluminum Mechanical Properties | ||||||
Alloy & Temper | Thickness | Tensile Strengths – ksi | ||||
ULTIMATE | YIELD | Elongation % min in 2in or 4D | ||||
Min | Max | Min | Max | |||
5052-H32 | .009-.012 | 28 | 35 | 25 | 25 | 5 |
.013-.019 | 28 | 35 | 25 | 25 | 7 | |
.020-.031 | 28 | 35 | 25 | 25 | 8 | |
.032-.050 | 28 | 35 | 25 | 25 | 10 | |
.051-.113 | 28 | 35 | 25 | 25 | 11 | |
.114-.161 | 28 | 35 | 25 | 25 | 12 | |
.162-.249 | 28 | 35 | 25 | 25 | 14 | |
.250-.499 | 28 | 35 | 25 | 25 | 16 |
Aluminum Material Advantages than other material
Aluminum tanker trailers has much better fuel economy compared to tankers made from other material
thanks to its lightweight. Research done by European Aluminum Association shows that 0.6L of gasoline
can be saved for every ton and 10km. If traveling 12,000km a year, an aluminum tanker can reduce the
dead weight of 5t compared with a steel tank, and it will save at least 1800L of fuel annually.
Applications for 5052 aluminum
Because it’s stronger than other popular alloys and has greater corrosion resistance, 5052 aluminum is
ideal for marine industries, chemical applications, and electronics. Its uses include:
* Fuel tanks
* Truck-trailer side panels and cabs
* Road signs
* Kitchen cabinets
* Small boats
Shapes and forms
At Cumberland Diversified Metals, we trade in 5052 aluminum sheet, plate, and coil.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
• What are the characteristics of 5052 aluminum vs. 6061 aluminum?
5052 and 6061 are likely the two most widely used aluminum grades. Both are lightweight, offering
strong corrosion resistance and high tensile strength, but which is “best” depends on the requirements
of the application. 5052 is easier to bend and form without cracking, 6061 can be extruded into various
shapes and strengthens with heat treatment.