1.Similarities and differences between 5052 and 6061 aluminum alloys
| Aluminum 6061 | Aluminum 5052 |
|
Heat-treatable Semi-smooth surface High-tensile strength |
Non-heat-treatable High-tensile strength |
2.Common applications
Both 5052 and 6061 aluminum have a vast variety of applications. A few of the more common applications for 5052 aluminum include:
Truck-trailer side panels and cabs
Some common applications for 6061 aluminum include:
3.Comparison of Material Properties Between 6061 Aluminum vs. 5052 Aluminum Alloys:
| 6061 Aluminum | 5052 Aluminum | |
|---|---|---|
| 276 – 310 | 210 – 280 | |
| 241 – 276 | 83 – 240 | |
| 8 – 10 | 12 – 16 | |
| 95 | 60 | |
| 68.9 | 68.9 | |
| 2.7 | 2.7 | |
| 582 – 651 | 607 – 649 |
4.Is 6061 or 5052 aluminum more expensive
Generally speaking, the raw material cost of aluminum is very similar, but may fluctuate according to market demand and shape such as aluminum sheet, aluminum extrusion profile, aluminum tube, etc. However, the final part cost may be affected by the processing process.
The superior processing performance of 6061 can reduce processing costs, while the superior forming performance of 5052 can reduce the cost of complex bending operations.
5.Recommendation:
5052.
6061.
