Aluminum 5154A-H32
Temper
AA 5154A · EN AW-5154A · BS N5
H32 = strain hardened and stabilized, quarter hard
Stabilized quarter-hard temper preferred where long-term property stability and SCC resistance matter (marine hulls, tanks).
Values for the H32 condition
Other 5154A tempers and conditions
5154A is listed in 17 conditions; see the grade overview at 5154A.
Compare all 17 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Slightly strain hardened | Standard EN condition for plate/extrusion supplied essentially soft but with straightening/levelling work; good for welded fabrication. | 105 | 230 | 22 | 60 HB | — |
Annealed | Pick for maximum formability: deep drawing, spinning and tight bends before any welding. | 110 | 240 | 26 | 58 HB | 32 % IACS |
As fabricated | Use for hot-rolled plate, extrusions or forgings where properties are not guaranteed and the part will be further worked. | 115 | 240 | 22 | 60 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened from hot working only | Common for hot-rolled plate and extruded shapes used in welded marine and pressure structures. | 120 | 240 | 20 | 63 HB | 32 % IACS |
H22Default Strain hardened and partially annealed, quarter hard | Most commonly stocked EN sheet/plate condition: balanced strength, forming ability and stable properties for marine and tank work. | 195 | 265 | 12 | 67 HB | 32 % IACS |
H32This page Strain hardened and stabilized, quarter hard | Stabilized quarter-hard temper preferred where long-term property stability and SCC resistance matter (marine hulls, tanks). | 205 | 270 | 13 | 67 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened, quarter hard | Choose when moderate strength is needed with some remaining bending ability and no stabilizing treatment. | 215 | 265 | 8 | 70 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened and partially annealed, half hard | Half-hard partially annealed sheet with better bend behaviour than H14 at similar strength. | 215 | 285 | 9 | 73 HB | — |
Strain hardened and stabilized, half hard | The workhorse half-hard marine sheet temper: good strength with stable, sensitization-resistant structure. | 230 | 290 | 10 | 73 HB | — |
Strain hardened, half hard | General-purpose half-hard sheet for panels needing higher yield with light forming only. | 245 | 285 | 6 | 75 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened and partially annealed, three-quarter hard | For higher-strength panels that still need a modest bend radius. | 245 | 305 | 6 | 78 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened and stabilized, three-quarter hard | Higher-strength stabilized strip for containers, closures and stiff formed sections. | 250 | 310 | 8 | 78 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened, three-quarter hard | Intermediate step between H14 and H18 for stiff flat panels with minimal forming. | 265 | 305 | 4 | 80 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened and partially annealed, full hard | Full-hard stabilized strip where maximum strength is needed with slightly better ductility than H18. | 265 | 325 | 5 | 82 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened and stabilized, full hard | Maximum stabilized strength temper for thin gauges; limited bending, best for flat or lightly formed parts. | 270 | 330 | 6 | 80 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened, full hard | Maximum strain-hardened strength for flat parts, shims and strip where ductility is not required. | 285 | 325 | 3 | 85 HB | 32 % IACS |
Strain hardened, extra hard | Thin strip/foil condition for the highest as-rolled strength; essentially non-formable. | 305 | 345 | 2 | 88 HB | 32 % IACS |
What is 5154A-H32?
5154A-H32 is 5154A in the H32 temper — stabilized quarter-hard temper preferred where long-term property stability and SCC resistance matter (marine hulls, tanks). 5154A-H32 has a yield strength of 205 MPa (29.7 ksi) and a tensile strength of 270 MPa (39.2 ksi) — stronger than 54% of aluminum grades. Elongation at break is 13% and the elastic modulus is 70 GPa (10.2 Msi). 5154A-H32 has a density of 2.66 g/cm³ (0.0961 lb/in³), lighter than 84% of aluminum grades. It melts at 590°C (1,094 °F). H22 is the default condition FabDigit quotes; H32 is available on request or by drawing note.
Advantages
- Good corrosion resistance — 80/100, better than 97% of aluminum grades
- Readily welded — 90/100, better than 90% of aluminum grades
- Tough — resists crack growth — 32 MPa·√m (29.1 ksi·√in), better than 83% of aluminum grades
- Forms and bends easily — 66/100, better than 81% of aluminum grades
- Ductile — tolerates forming and impact — 13%, better than 79% of aluminum grades
Limitations
- Limited service temperature — 70°C (158 °F), worse than 94% of aluminum grades
5154A-H32 properties
Typical room-temperature values for 5154A-H32; 12 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are 5154A reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among aluminum grades.
Physical3
5154A-H32 has a density of 2.66 g/cm³ (0.0961 lb/in³), lighter than 84% of aluminum grades. It melts at 590°C (1,094 °F).
Mechanical12
5154A-H32 has a yield strength of 205 MPa (29.7 ksi) and a tensile strength of 270 MPa (39.2 ksi) — stronger than 54% of aluminum grades. Elongation at break is 13% and the elastic modulus is 70 GPa (10.2 Msi).
Thermal6
5154A-H32 is rated for continuous service to 70°C (158 °F). It conducts heat at 127 W/m·K (73.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 69% of aluminum grades. Thermal expansion is 23.7 µm/m·K (13.2 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
5154A-H32 conducts electricity at 32 % IACS, worse than 63% of aluminum grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is very good (80/100), better than 97% of aluminum grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of 5154A-H32 takes about 200 MJ of energy and emits 12 kg of CO₂ — less than 60% of aluminum grades. Typical recycled content is 35%.
Manufacturability8
5154A-H32's machinability is fair (45/100, worse than 72% of aluminum grades); weldability excellent (90/100); formability good (66/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with 5154A-H32
Is 5154A easy to machine?
Gummy in soft tempers — use sharp polished high-rake carbide, high speed, generous lubricant; chip control improves markedly in H1x/H3x tempers.
Can 5154A be welded?
Excellent with GMAW/GTAW using 5356 or 5183 filler; do not use 4043 (brittle Mg2Si), and expect the HAZ to drop back to near-O strength.
Can 5154A be formed, bent or molded?
Very good cold formability in O/H111; for H22–H38 increase bend radii and bend across the rolling direction; hot forming above ~200 °C risks sensitization if followed by service warm.
What surface finishes work on 5154A?
Anodizes clear to light grey, takes conversion coating and paint well; avoid mercury-bearing or strongly alkaline cleaners and keep service below ~65 °C to prevent grain-boundary β-phase precipitation.
5154A chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| SiSi+Fe max 0.60 in some product specs | ≤ 0.5 | 0.2 |
| Fe | ≤ 0.5 | 0.3 |
| Cu | ≤ 0.1 | 0.03 |
| MnMn+Cr 0.10–0.50 | ≤ 0.5 | 0.15 |
| Mgprincipal strengthening solute | 3.1 – 3.9 | 3.5 |
| CrMn+Cr 0.10–0.50 | ≤ 0.25 | 0.1 |
| Zn | ≤ 0.2 | 0.05 |
| Tigrain refiner | ≤ 0.2 | 0.03 |
| Others (each) | ≤ 0.05 | — |
| Others (total) | ≤ 0.15 | — |
| Al | balance | — |
5154A-H32 — frequently asked
What is 5154A-H32 used for?
5154A-H32 is typically used for pressure vessels, structural sheet, shipbuilding and welded assemblies. In short: EN counterpart to 5154; weldable marine-grade sheet; 65 °C service ceiling.
What is the yield strength of 5154A-H32?
5154A-H32 has a typical yield strength of 205 MPa (29.7 ksi) and a tensile strength of 270 MPa (39.2 ksi) — stronger than 54% of aluminum grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 17 listed tempers.
Is 5154A-H32 easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated fair (45/100, worse than 72% of aluminum grades). Gummy in soft tempers — use sharp polished high-rake carbide, high speed, generous lubricant; chip control improves markedly in H1x/H3x tempers.
Can 5154A-H32 be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated excellent (90/100). Excellent with GMAW/GTAW using 5356 or 5183 filler; do not use 4043 (brittle Mg2Si), and expect the HAZ to drop back to near-O strength.
What surface finishes work on 5154A-H32?
Anodizes clear to light grey, takes conversion coating and paint well; avoid mercury-bearing or strongly alkaline cleaners and keep service below ~65 °C to prevent grain-boundary β-phase precipitation.
Can 5154A-H32 be formed, bent or molded?
Very good cold formability in O/H111; for H22–H38 increase bend radii and bend across the rolling direction; hot forming above ~200 °C risks sensitization if followed by service warm.
What is the maximum service temperature of 5154A-H32?
5154A-H32 is rated for continuous use to about 70°C (158 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between 5154A-H22 and 5154A-H19?
H22 is the default condition — most commonly stocked EN sheet/plate condition: balanced strength, forming ability and stable properties for marine and tank work. H19: thin strip/foil condition for the highest as-rolled strength; essentially non-formable. Yield strength is 195 MPa in H22 versus 305 MPa in H19.
Sources
- EN 573-3 Aluminium and aluminium alloys — chemical composition of wrought products — CEN (2019)
- EN 485-2 Aluminium and aluminium alloys — sheet, strip and plate: mechanical properties — CEN (2016)
- EN 515 Aluminium and aluminium alloys — temper designations — CEN (2017)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 2: Properties and Selection — Nonferrous Alloys — ASM International (1990)
- International Alloy Designations and Chemical Composition Limits (Teal Sheets) — The Aluminum Association (2018)
- BS 1470 / N5 aluminium sheet designation (historical UK) — BSI (1987)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.