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Aluminum 5083-H111 vs 5083-H34

Aluminum · 5083 temper comparison

5083-H111 and 5083-H34 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 5083: H111 (slightly strain hardened) versus H34 (strain hardened and stabilized, half hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 5083-H34 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) against 165 MPa (23.9 ksi) for 5083-H111, about 67% more; tensile strength follows at 345 MPa (50 ksi) vs 300 MPa (43.5 ksi). In exchange, 5083-H111 is the more ductile: elongation 18% versus 9% for 5083-H34, and 5083-H34 is harder (90 HB vs 70 HB). 5083-H34 runs hotter in service (80°C vs 65°C continuous).

5083-H111Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

5083-H34Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.

5083-H111 vs 5083-H34: properties

5083-H1115083-H34

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

300 MPa43.5 ksi
345 MPa50 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

165 MPa23.9 ksi
275 MPa39.9 ksi

Elongation at Break

18%
9%

Shear Strength

180 MPa26.1 ksi
198 MPa28.7 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

150 MPa21.8 ksi
160 MPa23.2 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

38 MPa·√m34.6 ksi·√in
34 MPa·√m30.9 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

30 J22.1 ft·lbf
25 J18.4 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

70 HB
90 HB

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 71 GPa10.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 26.4 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 69 GPa10 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Melting Point (Solidus)

574°C1,065 °F
591°C1,096 °F

Same in both: Density 2.66 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Liquidus Temperature 638°C1,180 °F

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Latent Heat of Fusion

397 J/g171 BTU/lb
400 J/g172 BTU/lb

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

65°C149 °F
80°C176 °F

Min Service Temperature

-270°C-454 °F
-196°C-321 °F

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 117 W/m·K67.6 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 23.8 µm/m·K13.2 µin/in·°F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 29 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 5.9×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.32 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)

-0.87 V
-0.8 V

Corrosion Resistance

84 / 100
78 / 100

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

45 / 100
49 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

25%
39%

Weldability

92 / 100
87 / 100

Formability (cold)

78 / 100
54 / 100

Polishability

55 / 100
60 / 100

Same in both: Castability 15 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 15 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Embodied Energy (primary production)

175 MJ/kg75,237 BTU/lb
155 MJ/kg66,638 BTU/lb

Embodied Carbon (primary production)

11.5 kg CO₂/kg
9 kg CO₂/kg

Embodied Water

1,100 L/kg132 gal/lb
1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb

Typical Recycled Content

30%
35%

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.

20501002005002.22.42.62.83Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scale5083

5083-H111 vs 5083-H34 — frequently asked

Is 5083-H34 stronger than 5083-H111?

Yes. 5083-H34 has a typical yield strength of 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) against 165 MPa (23.9 ksi) for 5083-H111 — about 67% more. Tensile strength is 345 MPa (50 ksi) vs 300 MPa (43.5 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H111 or H34?

Specify the condition in the material field or the drawing note; FabDigit prices the quote for the state you call out.

Which welds better, 5083-H111 or 5083-H34?

5083-H111. Its weldability rates excellent (92/100) against excellent (87/100) for 5083-H34.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 5083-H111 and 5083-H34 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.