EN AW-5182
3.3519One of the strongest non-heat-treatable Al-Mg alloys. 4.5% Mg + 0.35% Mn. THE standard alloy for beverage can lids/pull tabs (H48 temper). Also used for automotive body panels (hoods, doors), fuel tanks, and marine components. Excellent corrosion resistance and formability.
International equivalents
| Flag | Standard | Country | Grade | Number | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 | AA | USA | AA 5182 / UNS A95182 | A95182 | REF |
| 🇪🇺 | EN | Europe | EN AW-5182 (AlMg4.5Mn0.4) | 3.3519 | 100% |
| 🇯🇵 | JIS | Japan | A5182 | — | 100% |
Sources: AA, EN 573-3, JIS H4000
Chemical composition comparison (wt%)
Side-by-side: EN AW-5182 (AA) (EN 573-3) vs EN AW-5182 (AlMg4.5Mn0.4) (EN)
| Element | EN AW-5182 (AA) | EN AW-5182 (AlMg4.5Mn0.4) (EN) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si | 0–0.2% | — | — |
| Mn | 0.2–0.5% | — | — |
| Cr | 0–0.1% | — | — |
| Cu | 0–0.15% | — | — |
| Al | — | — | — |
| Ti | 0–0.1% | — | — |
| Mg | 4–5% | — | — |
| Fe | 0–0.35% | — | — |
| Zn | 0–0.25% | — | — |
Mechanical properties
O Temper
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 275–330 | MPa |
| Yield Strength | 130–190 | MPa |
| Elongation | 20–25 | % |
| Elastic Modulus | ≥ 69 | GPa |
| Density | ≥ 2.65 | g/cm3 |
Compatibility verdict
EN AW-5182 and EN AW-5182 (AlMg4.5Mn0.4): 100% composition match
Close equivalents but NOT identical.
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