Aluminum Zees – Series 5086

Aluminum Zees in Series 5086 offer cost-effectiveness and high corrosion resistance, making them suitable for aerospace framing, supports, and tracks. This alloy, with stain hardening and cold working, strengthens to become critical in armor plating, transportation equipment, and marine components.

Aluminum Zees – Series 5086 is a versatile and widely used material for various industries due to its excellent corrosion resistance, durability, and formability. Its magnesium and manganese alloy composition provides a high level of resistance to corrosion in harsh environments, making it suitable for applications where strength and durability are crucial. The alloy’s corrosion resistance is further enhanced by its natural oxide layer, which protects it from corrosion in marine and industrial environments. Additionally, its high strength-to-weight ratio makes it an ideal choice for applications where weight reduction is essential.

Applications:

– Marine hardware and equipment (e.g., boat and shipbuilding, offshore platforms)
– Transportation industry (e.g., automotive, aerospace, bicycle frames)
– Industrial equipment and machinery (e.g., cranes, hoists, conveyor systems)
– Structural components (e.g., beams, channels, angles)
– Shipbuilding and boat building
– Offshore platforms and equipment
– Construction and building materials

Standards:

– ASTM B221 (Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes)
– AMS 4056 (Aluminum Alloy 5086, Extruded Profiles)
– AMS 4172 (Aluminum Alloy 5086, Drawn Tubes)
– ASME SB221 (Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes)
– UNS A95086 (Aluminum Alloy 5086)

Common Sizes:

– Zee Profile: 3-12 inches (76-305 mm) in depth, 2-8 inches (51-203 mm) in flange width
– Thickness: 0.125-0.5 inches (3.2-12.7 mm)
– Length: 20-40 feet (6-12 meters)

Chemical Composition:

– Aluminum (Al): 95.4%
– Magnesium (Mg): 4.0-4.9%
– Manganese (Mn): 0.4-0.9%
– Silicon (Si): 0.4% max
– Iron (Fe): 0.7% max
– Copper (Cu): 0.1% max
– Zinc (Zn): 0.25% max
– Titanium (Ti): 0.15% max
– Chromium (Cr): 0.1% max
– Nickel (Ni): 0.1% max

Mechanical Properties:

– Tensile Strength: 42,000-50,000 psi (290-345 MPa)
– Yield Strength: 35,000-40,000 psi (240-275 MPa)
– Elongation at Break: 12-16%
– Brinell Hardness: 60-70 HB
– Shear Strength: 25,000-30,000 psi (170-205 MPa)
– Fatigue Strength: 20,000-25,000 psi (140-170 MPa)