Aluminum 5554
AA 5554 · UNS A95554 · EN AW-5554, AlMg2.7Mn
5554 is an Al-Mg-Mn filler alloy (A95554, EN AW-5554, AlMg2.7Mn) with magnesium held below 3 % so joints stay free of stress-corrosion risk in elevated-temperature service.
Reference datasheet — 5554 is not in the instant-quote catalog. Upload your part and an engineer will quote it in this grade or suggest the closest stocked equivalent.
Values for the AS-WELDED condition
5554 tempers and conditions
5554 is supplied in 5 conditions, soft to hard. AS-WELDED is the default FabDigit quotes; the values on this page are for it.
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| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Annealed | Softest, most formable condition; use for deep drawing or when maximum ductility and SCC immunity are wanted. | 117 | 250 | 25 | 62 HB | 34 % IACS |
AS-WELDEDDefault ER5554 all-weld-metal deposit (GMAW/GTAW) | Default condition for a filler alloy: properties of the deposited bead when welding 5454 or other 5000-series base metal. | 125 | 255 | 17 | 62 HB | 34 % IACS |
Strain hardened from hot working only | Hot-rolled/extruded stock with guaranteed minimums; economical for thick plate and heavy extruded shapes. | 130 | 250 | 18 | 65 HB | 34 % IACS |
Strain hardened and stabilized, quarter hard | Stabilized quarter-hard sheet: good balance of strength and forming for tank and tanker bodies. | 200 | 270 | 18 | 73 HB | 34 % IACS |
Strain hardened and stabilized, half hard | Higher-strength stabilized sheet for wheel rims and pressure-vessel shells where less forming is needed. | 220 | 290 | 14 | 81 HB | 34 % IACS |
Supply forms, finishes and certifications
Ways 5554 is supplied — form, process route, surface or paperwork — without a datasheet of their own. The property values above apply.
| Option | What it is | Type |
|---|---|---|
H14-wire | H14 | Supply form |
What is 5554?
5554 is an Al-Mg-Mn filler alloy (A95554, EN AW-5554, AlMg2.7Mn) with magnesium held below 3 % so joints stay free of stress-corrosion risk in elevated-temperature service. It is the standard consumable for 5454 base metal, supplied as H14 welding wire and also listed as O, H32, H34 and H112 product; as-welded properties are 125 MPa yield, 255 MPa tensile, 17 % elongation and 62 HB with service to 150 C. Weldability is rated 92, machinability only 40, and 34 % IACS conductivity limits electrical use. Reserve 5356 and 5183 for joints that stay cool. 5554 has a density of 2.69 g/cm³ (0.0972 lb/in³), lighter than 67% of aluminum grades. It melts at 602°C (1,116 °F). 5554 has a yield strength of 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) and a tensile strength of 255 MPa (37 ksi) — weaker than 75% of aluminum grades. Elongation at break is 17% and the elastic modulus is 70 GPa (10.2 Msi).
What is 5554 used for?
- elevated-temperature tank welding
- wheel fabrication welds
- chemical process equipment
Advantages
- Readily welded — 92/100, better than 95% of aluminum grades
- Good corrosion resistance — 76/100, better than 90% of aluminum grades
- Forms and bends easily — 80/100, better than 89% of aluminum grades
- Ductile — tolerates forming and impact — 17%, better than 85% of aluminum grades
Limitations
- Difficult to machine — 40/100, worse than 81% of aluminum grades
- Low strength — 125 MPa (18.1 ksi), worse than 75% of aluminum grades
5554 properties
Typical room-temperature values for 5554-AS-WELDED; bars are the position among aluminum grades.
Physical3
5554 has a density of 2.69 g/cm³ (0.0972 lb/in³), lighter than 67% of aluminum grades. It melts at 602°C (1,116 °F).
Mechanical10
5554 has a yield strength of 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) and a tensile strength of 255 MPa (37 ksi) — weaker than 75% of aluminum grades. Elongation at break is 17% and the elastic modulus is 70 GPa (10.2 Msi).
Thermal6
5554 is rated for continuous service to 150°C (302 °F). It conducts heat at 134 W/m·K (77.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 60% of aluminum grades. Thermal expansion is 23.6 µm/m·K (13.1 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
5554 conducts electricity at 34 % IACS, worse than 52% of aluminum grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is very good (76/100), better than 90% of aluminum grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of 5554 takes about 200 MJ of energy and emits 12.5 kg of CO₂ — less than 60% of aluminum grades. Typical recycled content is 25%.
Manufacturability8
5554's machinability is fair (40/100, worse than 81% of aluminum grades); weldability excellent (92/100); formability very good (80/100).
Common Calculations5
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Certified mill or lot data ships with every FabDigit order on request.
Strength versus weight in the aluminum family
Yield strength against density for every aluminum grade FabDigit runs. 5554 is highlighted; hover a dot for its name, or open the interactive family chart.
Working with 5554
Is 5554 easy to machine?
Soft and gummy — use sharp polished high-rake carbide, high surface speed and flood coolant or emulsion to stop chip welding.
Can 5554 be welded?
Designed as filler: GMAW/GTAW 5554 on 5454 (and other Mg<3% 5000 series) for service to ~150 °C; use argon, DCEP spray or AC TIG, and keep 5356/5183 away from hot service joints.
Can 5554 be formed, bent or molded?
Annealed and H32 sheet form readily; allow generous bend radii in H34 and expect springback typical of Al-Mg.
5554 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Si | ≤ 0.25 | 0.1 |
| Fe | ≤ 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Cu | ≤ 0.1 | 0.02 |
| Mn | 0.5 – 1 | 0.75 |
| Mgheld below 3% to avoid β-phase sensitization at elevated temperature | 2.4 – 3 | 2.7 |
| Cr | 0.05 – 0.2 | 0.12 |
| Zn | ≤ 0.25 | 0.05 |
| Tigrain refiner, distinguishes 5554 from 5454 | 0.05 – 0.2 | 0.1 |
| Others (each)0.15 max total | ≤ 0.05 | |
| Al | balance |
What surface finishes work on 5554?
Takes clear and hard anodize well and paints/powder-coats with a chromate-free pretreatment; weld beads may shade slightly differently from base metal after anodizing.
Surface treatments FabDigit runs on aluminum parts — pick them in the quote configurator or call them out on the drawing. Each links to its datasheet in the surface-finish library (thickness, specs, call-out, material verdicts).
Organic Coating
Equivalent designations
Standards and trade names that resolve to Aluminum 5554 in FabDigit's catalog. Equivalence is nominal — check the exact specification when certification matters.
- UNS
- A95554
- EN / DIN / Werkstoff-Nr.
- AW-5554AlMg2.7Mn
How much does 5554 cost?
5554 is a premium-cost aluminum ($$$), cheaper than about 51% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
5554 — frequently asked
What is 5554 used for?
5554 is typically used for elevated-temperature tank welding, wheel fabrication welds and chemical process equipment. In short: filler for 5454; hot-service 5000-series consumable; no sensitization above 65 C.
What is the yield strength of 5554?
5554 has a typical yield strength of 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) and a tensile strength of 255 MPa (37 ksi) — weaker than 75% of aluminum grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 5 listed tempers.
Is 5554 easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated fair (40/100, worse than 81% of aluminum grades). Soft and gummy — use sharp polished high-rake carbide, high surface speed and flood coolant or emulsion to stop chip welding.
Can 5554 be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated excellent (92/100). Designed as filler: GMAW/GTAW 5554 on 5454 (and other Mg<3% 5000 series) for service to ~150 °C; use argon, DCEP spray or AC TIG, and keep 5356/5183 away from hot service joints.
What surface finishes work on 5554?
Takes clear and hard anodize well and paints/powder-coats with a chromate-free pretreatment; weld beads may shade slightly differently from base metal after anodizing.
Can 5554 be formed, bent or molded?
Annealed and H32 sheet form readily; allow generous bend radii in H34 and expect springback typical of Al-Mg.
What is the maximum service temperature of 5554?
5554 is rated for continuous use to about 150°C (302 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between 5554 AS-WELDED and 5554-H34?
AS-WELDED is the default condition — default condition for a filler alloy: properties of the deposited bead when welding 5454 or other 5000-series base metal. H34: higher-strength stabilized sheet for wheel rims and pressure-vessel shells where less forming is needed. Yield strength is 125 MPa in AS-WELDED versus 220 MPa in H34.
How much does 5554 cost?
5554 is a premium-cost aluminum ($$$), cheaper than about 51% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Sources
- AWS A5.10/A5.10M Specification for Bare Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Welding Electrodes and Rods — AWS (2021)
- International Alloy Designations and Chemical Composition Limits for Wrought Aluminum (Teal Sheets) — The Aluminum Association (2018)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 2 — Properties and Selection: Nonferrous Alloys and Special-Purpose Materials — ASM International (1990)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 13B — Corrosion: Materials — ASM International (2005)
- EN ISO 18273 / EN AW-5554 filler metal designation — CEN/ISO (2021)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison; hardness values on non-Brinell scales are converted approximately for charting only. Manufacturability limits are FabDigit quote-engine defaults and may be relaxed by engineering review. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.