
This document describes a high-strength zinc alloy (5.1 to 6.1% Zinc) available in extruded bar and profile form. It is solution treated and artificially over-aged for optimal stress corrosion resistance, conforming to the T73511 condition.
| Element | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|
| Al | Rem | Rem |
| Si | 0.40 | |
| Fe | 0.50 | |
| Cu | 1.2 | 2.0 |
| Mn | 0.30 | |
| Mg | 2.1 | 2.9 |
| Cr | 0.28 | |
| Zn | 5.1 | 6.1 |
| Ti+Zr | 0.25 | |
| Ti | 0.20 | |
| Others | 0.05 |
| Size Range (mm) | Tensile Strength (MPa) | 0.2% Proof Stress (MPa) | Elongation on 5.65√S⁰ (%) | Elongation on 50mm (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| - to 10 | 470 | 400 | 8 | 7 |
| 10 to 20 | 485 | 420 | 8 | - |
| 20 to 50 | 485 | 415 | 8 | - |
| 50 to 75 | 475 | 410 | 8 | - |
| 75 to 100 | 450 | 380 | 7 | - |
| 100 to 150 | 425 | 365 | 7 | - |
Qualified metallurgists and engineers are available for technical support.
Manufacturing limits are as per BS L100. Contact Sales Dept/Laboratory for assistance.
Very Good
Resistance to Atmospheric Attack: Fair
Cut to Length + 1.0mm - NIL
All information is based on approximate testing and does not constitute a guarantee of properties or processing possibilities. Warranties and liabilities are stated in terms of trading.
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L160Technical DatasheetAluminium Extrusion Bar, Tube, Special Shape Service. Quality. Value.Typical ApplicationsSurface Treatment A high strength 5.1 to 6.1 % Zinc alloy, produced in extruded bar and profile form. Solution treated and artificially over-aged to achieve best stress corrosion resistance and controlled stretched (T73511 condition). BS/EN Euronorm - EN 573 / 755 • Aerospace & Defence Components • High Technology Applications Anodising Protective - Fair Bright - Variable Hard - Fair Colour - Fair Plating N/A Vitreous Enamelling N/A Brazing & Soldering Oxygen Inert Gas Resistance, Spot, Beam - Not Recommended - Not Recommended - Not Recommended -Very Good Manufacturing limits are as stated in BS L100. For further assistance please contact our Sales Dept / Laboratory. Machinability Very Good Corrosion Resistance Cut Size to Size Sawn Blanks Cut to Length + 1.0mm - NIL Resistance to Atmospheric Attack - Fair All information in our data sheet is based on approximate testing and is stated to the best of our knowledge and belief. It is presented apart from contractual obligations and does not constitute any guarantee of properties or of processing or application possibilities in individual cases. Our warranties and liabilities are stated exclusively in our terms of trading. © Smiths Metal Centres 2017
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