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Aluminum/Magnesium ( Al97/Mg 3 )

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General Description:  

Medium to high strength work-hardenable low density alloys. Good welding characteristics and good resistance to corrosion in a marine atmosphere. Uses include architectural, ornamental, cans, household appliances, street lamp standards, boats, cryogenic tanks and automotive bodies.

   

Electrical Properties

Electrical resistivity ( µOhmcm ) 4.5-5.7
Temperature coefficient ( K-1 ) 0.0019-0.0026

Mechanical Properties

Elongation at break ( % ) <25
Hardness - Brinell 45-100
Izod impact strength ( J m-1 ) 30-50
Modulus of elasticity ( GPa ) 65-75
Shear strength ( MPa ) 125-175
Tensile strength ( MPa ) 200-350

Physical Properties

Density ( g cm-3 ) 2.67

Thermal Properties

Coefficient of thermal expansion @20-100C ( x10-6 K-1 ) 23.5
Thermal conductivity @23C ( W m-1 K-1 ) 135-160

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