Mourad Metals is a reputable manufacturer and supplier of Aluminium 5052 Forgings, proudly based in Tunis, Tunisia. The company focuses on crafting top-notch aluminium forgings that adhere to international standards, serving a diverse array of industrial and commercial needs. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, a talented technical team, and rigorous quality control measures, Mourad Metals ensures that their Aluminium 5052 Forgings are recognized for their outstanding corrosion resistance, impressive strength, and dependable performance. This makes them perfect for use in marine, automotive, and structural sectors.
Aluminium 5052 is an aluminium–magnesium alloy, primarily featuring magnesium as its main alloying element, along with small amounts of chromium to boost corrosion resistance. This unique blend offers remarkable resistance to corrosion, especially in seawater and industrial settings, while also providing good weldability and moderate to high tensile strength. In terms of mechanics, Aluminium 5052 forgings are known for their excellent ductility, toughness, and resistance to fatigue. The typical tensile strength ranges from 210 to 280 MPa, depending on the temper and processing conditions.
Standards : ASTM B247, B247
Temper : H14
Specification : DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards
Flat bar blocks : up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs.
Cylinders and sleeves : up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length
Discs and hubs : up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs.
Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings : up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length
Rounds, shafts and step shafts : up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs.
| Aluminium 5052 | Fe | Si | Mg | Mn | Cu | Zn | Ti | Al |
| 0.15 – 0.40 | 0.10 – 0.25 | 2.20 – 2.80 | 0.01 – 0.10 | 0.01 – 0.10 | 0.01 – 0.10 | 0.020 – 0.030 | 97.2 |
| Alloy | Temper | UTS(Mpa) | % Elongation | |||
| Min | Max | 0.5 mm -0.8 mm | 0.81 mm – 1.30 mm | 1.30 mm – above | ||
| 5052 | O | 171 | 213 | 16 | 18 | 19 |
| H12 | 213 | 261 | 5 | 7 | 9 | |
| H14 | 233 | 281 | 4 | 6 | 7 | |
| H16 | 254 | 302 | 3 | 4 | 4 | |
| H18 | 268 | – | 3 | 4 | 4 | |
| STANDARD | UNS | WERKSTOFF NR. | European Standard | BS (OLD) | ISO | USA (AA) | GERMANY (DIN) |
| Aluminium 5052 | A95052 | 3.3523 | AW-AlMg2,5 | AG2,5C | AlMg2,5 | 5052 | AlMg2,5 |
Aluminum 5052 offers excellent corrosion resistance, high strength, good weldability, and formability. It's lightweight, durable, resistant to stress cracking, and performs well in marine and industrial environments, making it ideal for custom forgings.
Aluminum 5052 is not ideal for high-temperature forging applications due to its relatively low melting point and poor high-temperature strength. Alloys like 7075 or 2011 are better suited for such applications.
Aluminum 5052 has excellent workability, making it suitable for forging. Its low-to-medium strength, good corrosion resistance, and formability allow for ease in shaping, reducing the risk of cracking during forging.
Aluminium 5052 Forgings find extensive applications in marine equipment, shipbuilding, automotive parts, fuel tanks, and pressure vessels. They are also utilized in chemical processing equipment, architectural structures, and transportation vehicles. Thanks to their superb combination of corrosion resistance, strength, and formability, Aluminium 5052 forgings are the go-to choice for components that need to withstand harsh environments while ensuring long-lasting durability and reliability.






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