Aluminum 2319 vs 5183
Aluminum · grade comparison
Aluminum 2319 and 5183 are both aluminum grades. 5183 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 145 MPa (21 ksi) against 110 MPa (16 ksi) for 2319, about 32% more; tensile strength follows at 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) vs 200 MPa (29 ksi). 5183 is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 16% for 2319, and 5183 is harder (80 HB vs 60 HB). 5183 is lighter (2.66 g/cm³ vs 2.84 g/cm³ for 2319) and 2319 runs hotter in service (175°C vs 65°C continuous). On the shop floor, 2319 machines more easily (good vs fair) and 5183 sits in a lower cost tier (standard, $$) than 2319 (premium, $$$).
2319Choose it when the part sees heat, or when the part is machined in volume.
5183Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
2319 vs 5183: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all aluminum grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all aluminum grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Brinell
Same in both: Poisson's Ratio 0.33
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Point (Solidus)
Liquidus Temperature
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Min Service Temperature
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
Same in both: Embodied Carbon (primary production) 12.5 kg CO₂/kg
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Same in both: Thermal Shock Resistance Index 21
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every aluminum grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | 2319 | 5183 |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$ Premium | $$ Standard |
| Min. machined wall | 0.5 mm | 0.5 mm |
| Best machined surface | Ra 0.8 µm | Ra 0.8 µm |
Both are offered for CNC machining and Sheet metal. Both take the same 16 finishes: Anodizing Type II, Cerakote, Chem Film (Alodine), DLC, E-Coating, Electroless Nickel (EN), Electropolishing, Epoxy Coating, Gold Plating, Hard Anodize Type III w/ PTFE, Hard Anodizing Type III, Nickel Plating and 4 more.
2319 vs 5183 — frequently asked
Is 5183 stronger than 2319?
Yes. 5183 has a typical yield strength of 145 MPa (21 ksi) against 110 MPa (16 ksi) for 2319 — about 32% more. Tensile strength is 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) vs 200 MPa (29 ksi).
Which is cheaper, 2319 or 5183?
5183 is the lower-cost material: it sits in the standard tier ($$) while 2319 is premium ($$$). Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Which is easier to machine, 2319 or 5183?
2319. Its machinability rates good (62/100) against fair (50/100) for 5183.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 2319 and 5183 side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.