5052 O marine aluminum plate

The 5052 O aluminum plate has excellent formability, making it suitable for the complex curved structures and cold-formed components of ship hulls.

5052 O aluminum sheet is a non-heat treatable alloy known for its excellent formability, corrosion resistance, and versatility.

5052 O aluminum sheet is a soft aluminum material formed by complete annealing treatment based on 5052 aluminum alloy.

5052 aluminum alloy is a magnesium-based alloy known for its excellent corrosion resistance (especially in marine environments) and high fatigue strength. It is commonly used in marine environments, fuel tanks, pressure vessels, and structural applications.

5052 O aluminum sheet

Why Choose 5052 O Aluminum Plate for Shipbuilding

Excellent Formability

Good Ductility: The 5052 O aluminum plate exhibits outstanding ductility and formability, allowing for the realization of complex shape designs during cold processing. This makes it very suitable for components requiring complex curved structures, such as ship hulls.

Ease of Forming and Processing: Its softened state (O condition) allows the 5052 aluminum plate to undergo processes such as stamping, bending, and stretching very smoothly, reducing the risk of cracking during processing.

Superior Corrosion Resistance

Good Corrosion Resistance: The 5052 aluminum alloy performs exceptionally well in marine environments, resisting the corrosion of seawater and other corrosive substances. This makes it highly suitable for shipbuilding, especially in applications involving the hull and underwater parts.

Weldability

Good Weldability: The 5052 aluminum plate maintains good mechanical properties during welding, making it suitable for manufacturing various welded structures that meet ship design requirements.

Good Strength-to-Weight Ratio

Moderate Strength: The strength of the 5052 aluminum alloy is moderate, sufficient to withstand various stresses on the hull while maintaining a lightweight design, which helps improve the overall performance of the vessel.

Plasticity and Processability

Easy Surface Treatment: The surface treatment of 5052 O aluminum plates is excellent, facilitating processes such as spraying and anodizing, which can enhance their appearance and corrosion resistance.

Easy Surface Treatment

The surface of the 5052 aluminum plate can undergo various treatments, such as anodizing and spraying, providing additional protective layers or decorative effects. This allows it to meet design requirements both visually and functionally.

Recyclability

Aluminum alloy materials have good recyclability, and products made from 5052 aluminum plates can be recycled and reused at the end of their life cycle, aligning with modern sustainable development needs.

Lightweight Design

With a lower density, the 5052 O aluminum plate significantly reduces product weight while ensuring strength, which helps improve fuel efficiency and reduce transportation costs.

Economic Feasibility

Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to other aluminum alloys, the 5052 O aluminum plate strikes a good balance between performance and cost, making it an economically reasonable choice in shipbuilding and design.

5052 O Aluminum Sheet Properties

Corrosion Resistance: Excellent, especially suitable for marine and salty water environments, making it ideal for ships, offshore structures, and chemical containers.
Weldability: Can be easily welded using common methods without affecting structural integrity.
Workability: Exhibits excellent formability in the annealed condition but can be strengthened through cold working.
Non-Heat Treatable: Strengthened only through cold working (such as rolling and forging), not by heat treatment.

5052 Aluminum Sheet Tempers

O Temper (Annealed): Fully softened, offering the best formability.
H32: Strain-hardened and stabilized; provides good strength and formability.
H34: Strain-hardened; strength is higher than H32.
H36: Strain-hardened; strength is higher than H34.
H38: Strain-hardened; highest strength in the 5052 series.

For specific applications requiring high strength and excellent corrosion resistance, 5052 aluminum alloy is the preferred choice. Its versatility and durability make it suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial uses.

5052 Aluminum Sheet Corrosion Resistance

5052 aluminum alloy exhibits excellent corrosion resistance, especially in marine atmosphere and saltwater environments, making it an ideal choice for shipbuilding applications.

5052 O Aluminum Sheet Applications

Applications of 5052 O Marine Aluminum Plate

Water Tanks and Storage Tanks

In ships, 5052 O aluminum plates are commonly used to manufacture water tanks and fuel storage tanks, as their corrosion resistance ensures the safe storage of liquids.

Cabin Installations

Suitable for ship cabin installations, such as kitchens, bathrooms, and other living area fixtures, due to their ease of cleaning and attractive appearance.

Decorative Applications

Due to their good appearance and processability, 5052 aluminum alloys are also commonly used in decorative components of ships.

What Other Industries Use 5052 O Aluminum Sheet?

5052-O is widely used in industries that require a balance of strength and ductility:

Construction: Exterior walls, curtain wall substrates, interior decorative panels (requiring surface coating or anodizing), roofing, and decorative panels.
Transportation: Fuel lines, aircraft parts, truck bodies, and road signs.
General Manufacturing: Sheet metal parts, heat exchangers, and refrigerator liners.
Industrial Manufacturing: Liquid containers, instrument supports, rivets, and deep-drawn parts.
Electronics and Electrical: Stamped enclosures (requiring subsequent surface treatments).

Specification of Hoamei 5052 O aluminum sheet plate

Temper	O, H32, H34
Thickness and tolerance	0.2mm-100mm customizable
Thickness and tolerance	≤3.0mm, ±0.12mm; >3.0mm, ±4%.
Width and tolerance	1000mm-2500mm
Width and tolerance	≤1000mm, ±1.5mm; >1000mm, ±2.0mm.
Length and tolerance	2000mm - 6000mm
Length and tolerance	≤2000mm, ±1.5mm; >2000mm, ±2.0mm.
Tolerance of flatness	On the longest side of the plate, the flatness tolerance is 3mm/m; On the shortest side of the plate, the flatness tolerance is 2mm/m.
Surface requirements	The surface is smooth, free of defects such as scratches and oxide skin to ensure that the aluminum plate will not be corroded or damaged during use
Packaging	Export standard wooden pallets
Inventory	The inventory is complete. For detailed requirements, please check our inventory table or contact us.

5052 O Marine Aluminum Plate

Chemical composition of 5052 marine aluminum plate

Element	Composition(%)
Si	0.25
Fe	0.40
Cu	0.10
Mn	0.10
Mg	2.2-2.8
Cr	0.15-0.35
Zn	0.10
Ti	0.15
Other	0.05 (each) 0.15 (total)

Mechanical properties of 5052 O marine aluminum plate

Property	Value(AMS 4015)
Tensile strength, psi	31, 000
Yield strength, psi	12, 000
Elongation, %	28
Hardness, brinell	47

5052 O Aluminum Sheet Manufacturing Instructions

Annealing: After cold working, heat to 343°C (650°F) to restore softness.
Bending: Due to high ductility, it is suitable for bending and stamping; subsequent annealing can further improve formability.
Workability: In terms of aluminum alloy grades, its workability is 30%, requiring lower processing speeds and suitable molds.

Comparison of 5052 O Aluminum Sheet with Other Tempers

While 5052-O offers excellent formability, higher tempers such as H32 or H34 are preferred for structural applications. However, these tempers sacrifice some ductility.

Temper Type	Characteristics	Applicable Scenarios
O Temper	Fully annealed, optimal plasticity	Deep drawing, complex forming parts
H32	Work-hardened + partial annealing, medium hardness	General structural parts
H34/H38	High degree of work hardening, reduced plasticity	High rigidity demand scenarios

5052 O Aluminum Sheet Advantages and Limitations

Advantages: Excellent corrosion resistance (Al₂O₃ protective film is dense), strong weldability, moderate cost.
Limitations: Cannot be heat-treated for strengthening, lower strength than 5-series hard temper or 6-series alloys.

5052 O Aluminum Sheet Workability and Manufacturability

Formability: Excellent formability in fully annealed condition, and can achieve relatively high strength through work hardening.
Weldability: Excellent weldability, suitable for various welding methods.
Machinability: Moderate machinability; not as easy to process as some other aluminum alloys.

5052 O Aluminum Sheet Processability

Annealing Temperature: 345°C, after treatment, forms a uniform softening structure.
Cold Workability: Best cold stamping performance in O temper, suitable for deep drawing, bending, and other complex forming processes.
Weldability: Good gas welding and arc welding performance, weld strength can reach 90% to 95% of the base material.

For projects requiring corrosion resistance, ease of manufacture, and moderate strength, 5052-O aluminum sheet is the preferred material. Its annealed state provides unparalleled flexibility, making it ideal for shipbuilding and construction applications.

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