Alloys Handbook
EN AC-51500
Al Mg5Si2Mn
Alloy for die casting of structural parts.
Alloy Group
AlMg
Recyclability
100%
Chemical Composition (%)
| Element | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|
| Si | 1.80 | 2.60 |
| Fe | — | 0.20 |
| Cu | — | 0.03 |
| Mn | 0.40 | 0.80 |
| Mg | 5.00 | 6.00 |
| Cr | — | 0.05 |
| Ni | — | 0.05 |
| Zn | — | 0.07 |
| Pb | — | 0.05 |
| Sn | — | 0.05 |
| Ti | — | 0.20 |
| OtherEach | — | 0.05 |
| OtherTotal | — | 0.15 |
Mechanical Properties
| Temper | Method | Rm | Rp0.2 | A% | HBW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | Die casting | 250 | 140 | 5 | 70 |
Quick Applications
- Automotive safety parts
Corrosion Resilience
Overall: Good
freshwater
Excellent
saltwater
Good (with surface treatment)
industrial
Good
acidic
Limited