Aluminium MIG Welding Wire GYS Excellium AlMg5 1.2mm 7kg Spool ER5356
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- 5% Magnesium aluminium alloy for MIG welding of AlMg alloys with excellent corrosion resistance in marine environments
- Very good mechanical properties with 240 MPa tensile strength and superior hot crack resistance
- Suitable for shipbuilding, transport, automotive and anodising applications
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Excellium AlMg5 (ER5356) is a solid MIG welding wire for aluminium alloys containing up to 5% magnesium. Resistant to marine corrosion and hot cracking, it retains colour similar to the work piece when used on anodisable materials.
Features
- 5% Magnesium aluminium alloy formulation
- Excellent resistance to corrosion in saline environments
- Very good mechanical properties
- Superior hot crack resistance compared to lower magnesium aluminium alloys
- Retains colour similar to work piece on anodisable materials
- Approved by DNV, ABS, DB, TÜV, Bureau Veritas and Germanischer Lloyd
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Wire diameter | 1.2 mm |
| Reel weight | 7 kg |
| Yield strength (Rp0.2) | 110 MPa |
| Tensile strength (Rm) | 240 MPa |
| Elongation (A5) | 17% |
| Polarity | DC + |
| Gas protection | 100% Argon, 100% Helium, or Argon/Helium mix at 14 to 24 l/min |
| AWS classification | ER 5356 |
| EN ISO classification | S Al 5356 (AlMg5Cr) |
| Brand | GYS |
| Material Type | Aluminium (ER4xxx/5xxx) |
| AWS Classification | ER5356 |
| Diameter | 1.2mm |
| Weight | 7kg |
| Spool Size | Small (2-7kg) |
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