Aluminum ACP 5080 vs EN AW-5083 Cast Plate
Aluminum · grade comparison
Aluminum ACP 5080 and EN AW-5083 Cast Plate are both aluminum grades, both mold quality al. EN AW-5083 Cast Plate is the stronger of the two: yield strength 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) against 110 MPa (16 ksi) for ACP 5080, about 14% more; tensile strength follows at 270 MPa (39.2 ksi) vs 172 MPa (24.9 ksi). EN AW-5083 Cast Plate is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 3% for ACP 5080, and EN AW-5083 Cast Plate is harder (70 HB vs 65 HB). EN AW-5083 Cast Plate is lighter (2.66 g/cm³ vs 2.8 g/cm³ for ACP 5080) and ACP 5080 runs hotter in service (150°C vs 65°C continuous). On the shop floor, ACP 5080 machines more easily (excellent vs good) and EN AW-5083 Cast Plate welds better (excellent vs fair).
ACP 5080Choose it when the part sees heat, or when the part is machined in volume.
EN AW-5083 Cast PlateChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
ACP 5080 vs EN AW-5083 Cast Plate: 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.
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 71 GPa10.3 Msi · 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 Carbon (primary production)
Typical Recycled Content
Same in both: Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
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 | ACP 5080 | EN AW-5083 Cast Plate |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$ Standard | $$ Standard |
| Min. machined wall | 0.5 mm | 1 mm |
| Best machined surface | Ra 0.8 µm | Ra 1.6 µm |
Both are offered for CNC machining. 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.
ACP 5080 vs EN AW-5083 Cast Plate — frequently asked
Is EN AW-5083 Cast Plate stronger than ACP 5080?
Yes. EN AW-5083 Cast Plate has a typical yield strength of 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) against 110 MPa (16 ksi) for ACP 5080 — about 14% more. Tensile strength is 270 MPa (39.2 ksi) vs 172 MPa (24.9 ksi).
Which is cheaper, ACP 5080 or EN AW-5083 Cast Plate?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$, standard); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, ACP 5080 or EN AW-5083 Cast Plate?
ACP 5080. Its machinability rates excellent (92/100) against good (62/100) for EN AW-5083 Cast Plate; for welding the order is EN AW-5083 Cast Plate first (excellent, 90/100) then ACP 5080 (fair, 45/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in ACP 5080 and EN AW-5083 Cast Plate 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.