Aluminum 5352-H16
Temper
AA 5352 · EN AW-5352, AW 5352
H16 = strain hardened, three-quarter hard
Three-quarter-hard strip for stiff, minimally formed components.
Values for the H16 condition
Other 5352 tempers and conditions
5352 is listed in 14 conditions; see the grade overview at 5352.
Compare all 14 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Annealed | Pick for deep drawing, severe bending or spinning where maximum ductility matters more than strength. | 90 | 195 | 25 | 47 HB | 36 % IACS |
Strain hardened from hot working only | Hot-rolled/extruded plate and bar where only modest strength above annealed is needed. | 110 | 200 | 18 | 50 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened and partially annealed, quarter hard | Stabilised quarter-hard alternative to H12 with slightly better ductility for forming. | 180 | 230 | 14 | 58 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened and stabilized, quarter hard | Default stocked condition: stabilised quarter-hard sheet/coil combining forming ability, weldability and marine corrosion resistance. | 195 | 230 | 12 | 60 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened, quarter hard | Quarter-hard strain-hardened sheet for lightly formed panels needing more strength than O. | 195 | 230 | 12 | 60 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened and partially annealed, half hard | Half-hard partially annealed sheet: common compromise of strength and bendability. | 205 | 255 | 11 | 66 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened, half hard | Half-hard sheet for flat parts and simple bends where dent resistance is wanted. | 215 | 260 | 10 | 68 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened and stabilized, half hard | Choose when H32 lacks stiffness/dent resistance but some bending is still required. | 215 | 260 | 10 | 68 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened and partially annealed, three-quarter hard | Stabilised three-quarter-hard strip for roll-formed profiles. | 230 | 270 | 9 | 71 HB | 35 % IACS |
H16This page Strain hardened, three-quarter hard | Three-quarter-hard strip for stiff, minimally formed components. | 240 | 275 | 8 | 73 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened and stabilized, three-quarter hard | For stiff shallow-formed parts such as covers and lightly rolled sections. | 240 | 275 | 8 | 73 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened and partially annealed, full hard | Highest-strength stabilised temper, used for flat strip and drawn wire. | 250 | 285 | 7 | 76 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened, full hard | Full-hard condition for maximum as-rolled strength in flat strip and wire; minimal bending capacity. | 255 | 290 | 7 | 77 HB | 35 % IACS |
Strain hardened and stabilized, full hard | Maximum-strength stabilised temper for flat blanks, shims and strip with little or no forming. | 255 | 290 | 7 | 77 HB | 35 % IACS |
What is 5352-H16?
5352-H16 is 5352 in the H16 temper — three-quarter-hard strip for stiff, minimally formed components. 5352-H16 has a yield strength of 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) and a tensile strength of 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) — stronger than 63% of aluminum grades. Elongation at break is 8% and the elastic modulus is 70.3 GPa (10.2 Msi). 5352-H16 has a density of 2.68 g/cm³ (0.0968 lb/in³), lighter than 72% of aluminum grades. It melts at 607°C (1,125 °F).
Advantages
- Good corrosion resistance — 74/100, better than 87% of aluminum grades
- Polishes to a fine finish — 70/100, better than 87% of aluminum grades
- Readily welded — 88/100, better than 85% of aluminum grades
Limitations
- Limited service temperature — 120°C (248 °F), worse than 79% of aluminum grades
5352-H16 properties
Typical room-temperature values for 5352-H16; 21 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are 5352 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among aluminum grades.
Physical3
5352-H16 has a density of 2.68 g/cm³ (0.0968 lb/in³), lighter than 72% of aluminum grades. It melts at 607°C (1,125 °F).
Mechanical10
5352-H16 has a yield strength of 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) and a tensile strength of 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) — stronger than 63% of aluminum grades. Elongation at break is 8% and the elastic modulus is 70.3 GPa (10.2 Msi).
Thermal6
5352-H16 is rated for continuous service to 120°C (248 °F). It conducts heat at 138 W/m·K (79.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 55% of aluminum grades. Thermal expansion is 23.8 µm/m·K (13.2 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
5352-H16 conducts electricity at 35 % IACS, better than 52% of aluminum grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is very good (74/100), better than 87% of aluminum grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of 5352-H16 takes about 200 MJ of energy and emits 12 kg of CO₂ — less than 60% of aluminum grades. Typical recycled content is 30%.
Manufacturability7
5352-H16's machinability is fair (48/100, worse than 68% of aluminum grades); weldability excellent (88/100); formability fair (48/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with 5352-H16
Is 5352 easy to machine?
Soft and gummy — use polished high-rake carbide, high surface speed, generous coolant/lubrication and chip-clearing geometry to avoid built-up edge.
Can 5352 be welded?
Excellent GTAW/GMAW weldability with 5356 or 5183 filler; do not use 4000 series Si filler (brittle Mg2Si) and expect weld-zone strength near the O temper.
Can 5352 be formed, bent or molded?
Very good cold formability in O/H32; anneal at ~340 °C for severe draws and allow for pronounced springback and possible Lüders (stretcher-strain) marks in the annealed state.
What surface finishes work on 5352?
Takes clear and hard anodizing well and polishes to a bright finish; also accepts chemical conversion coating and paint after normal alkaline/acid pretreatment.
5352 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mgprincipal alloying addition (Al-Mg2.5 class); confirm exact registered limits in AA Teal Sheets | 2.2 – 2.8 | 2.5 |
| Siimpurity limit, 5052-family level | ≤ 0.25 | — |
| Feimpurity limit | ≤ 0.4 | — |
| Cu | ≤ 0.1 | — |
| Mn | ≤ 0.1 | — |
| Crgrain-structure/SCC control, as in 5052-type chemistry | 0.15 – 0.35 | 0.25 |
| Zn | ≤ 0.1 | — |
| Ti | ≤ 0.1 | — |
| Alremainder, others 0.05 each / 0.15 total | balance | — |
5352-H16 — frequently asked
What is 5352-H16 used for?
5352-H16 is typically used for weld filler wire, marine sheet panels, formed sheet enclosures, deep-drawn sheet components, anodized trim and nameplates and tank and vessel sheet. In short: 5000-series weld filler.
What is the yield strength of 5352-H16?
5352-H16 has a typical yield strength of 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) and a tensile strength of 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) — stronger than 63% of aluminum grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 14 listed tempers.
Is 5352-H16 easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated fair (48/100, worse than 68% of aluminum grades). Soft and gummy — use polished high-rake carbide, high surface speed, generous coolant/lubrication and chip-clearing geometry to avoid built-up edge.
Can 5352-H16 be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated excellent (88/100). Excellent GTAW/GMAW weldability with 5356 or 5183 filler; do not use 4000 series Si filler (brittle Mg2Si) and expect weld-zone strength near the O temper.
What surface finishes work on 5352-H16?
Takes clear and hard anodizing well and polishes to a bright finish; also accepts chemical conversion coating and paint after normal alkaline/acid pretreatment.
Can 5352-H16 be formed, bent or molded?
Very good cold formability in O/H32; anneal at ~340 °C for severe draws and allow for pronounced springback and possible Lüders (stretcher-strain) marks in the annealed state.
What is the maximum service temperature of 5352-H16?
5352-H16 is rated for continuous use to about 120°C (248 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
Can FabDigit make parts in 5352-H16?
Yes — 5352-H16 is available for CNC machining and sheet metal; every part is priced by an engineer rather than instantly. Upload a STEP file to get a price and a DFM check.
Sources
- International Alloy Designations and Chemical Composition Limits for Wrought Aluminum (Teal Sheets) — The Aluminum Association (2018)
- ASTM B209 / B209M — Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate — ASTM International (2021)
- EN 573-3 — Aluminium and aluminium alloys, chemical composition of wrought products — CEN (2019)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 2 — Properties and Selection: Nonferrous Alloys — ASM International (1990)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 13B — Corrosion: Materials — ASM International (2005)
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.