Aluminium Alloy 5083 is listed in the ALUMINIUM ALLOY material family. The reference data below should be checked against the governing product specification, product form and delivery condition before selection or certification.
The reference chemistry table for Aluminium Alloy 5083 lists Aluminium (Al): Remainder; Magnesium (Mg): 4.0 – 4.9%; Manganese (Mn): 0.4 – 1.0%; Chromium (Cr): 0.05 – 0.25%. Confirm exact limits and analysis tolerances against the governing standard and product form.
The mechanical-property table for Aluminium Alloy 5083 lists Tensile Strength: 270 – 350 MPa; Yield Strength: 125 – 240 MPa; Elongation: 12 – 20 %; Hardness: Approx. 70 – 95 HB. These are reference entries; supplied condition, dimensions, test method and governing specification control the requirements, and the figures are not design allowables.
Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for Aluminium Alloy 5083: 3.3547. This comparison does not guarantee interchangeability; confirm chemistry, product form and condition against the governing specification.
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The reference chemistry table lists Aluminium (Al): Remainder; Magnesium (Mg): 4.0 – 4.9%; Manganese (Mn): 0.4 – 1.0%; Chromium (Cr): 0.05 – 0.25%. Confirm the governing standard, product analysis tolerances and product form before ordering.
| Element | Symbol | Composition |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminium | Al | Remainder |
| Magnesium | Mg | 4.0 – 4.9% |
| Manganese | Mn | 0.4 – 1.0% |
| Chromium | Cr | 0.05 – 0.25% |
| Iron | Fe | 0.40% Max |
| Silicon | Si | 0.40% Max |
| Copper | Cu | 0.10% Max |
| Zinc | Zn | 0.25% Max |
| Other Elements | — | Limited according to applicable specification |
The table reports Tensile Strength: 270 – 350 MPa; Yield Strength: 125 – 240 MPa; Elongation: 12 – 20 %; Hardness: Approx. 70 – 95 HB as reference data for Aluminium Alloy 5083. Actual requirements depend on condition, dimensions, test method and specification; these values are not design allowables.
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 270 – 350 | MPa |
| Yield Strength | 125 – 240 | MPa |
| Elongation | 12 – 20 | % |
| Hardness | Approx. 70 – 95 | HB |
Aluminium Alloy 5083 is a high-strength, non-heat-treatable aluminium-magnesium alloy widely used for marine, pressure and welded structures.
Excellent resistance makes 5083 attractive for marine and wet environments.
Offers high strength among non-heat-treatable aluminium alloys.
Widely used for welded structures.
Suitable for many cryogenic and low-temperature applications when correctly specified.
Aluminium Alloy 5083 is selected for applications that match its specific strength, corrosion, forming, machining and service characteristics.
Used for shipbuilding, boat structures, decks and marine equipment.
Suitable for tanks, pressure vessels and fabricated containers.
Used in vehicle bodies, rail and transport structures.
Selected for certain low-temperature service applications.
Design strength around welds should account for local thermal effects and temper condition.
Forming behavior depends on product form and temper; avoid unnecessary work hardening when forming complex parts.
Evaluate chloride exposure, galvanic coupling and surface condition in marine service.
The commonly listed Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for Aluminium Alloy 5083 is 3.3547. Treat this as a grade comparison, not a guarantee of interchangeability. Verify chemistry, product form, condition and governing specification against the supplier certificate before substitution.
No. It is a non-heat-treatable alloy; strength is increased mainly by work hardening.
Yes. It has very good corrosion resistance, especially in many marine environments.
Typical uses include marine structures, welded tanks, transport equipment and selected cryogenic applications.
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