Magnesium Alloy AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED
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UNS M19001 · AISI/SAE AWS A5.19 BMg-1
Pick when the rod is used as an arc-welding filler for repairing cast or wrought magnesium; deposit is stronger and slightly more ductile than the brazed fillet.
Values for the AS-WELDED condition
Other AWS BMg-1 tempers and conditions
AWS BMg-1 is listed in 3 conditions; see the grade overview at AWS BMg-1.
Compare all 3 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AS-BRAZEDDefault filler deposited in a brazed joint (600–620 °C) | Default condition: properties of the solidified BMg-1 fillet/joint after torch, furnace or dip brazing of AZ31B/AZ61A/M1A/AZ92A parts. | 95 | 165 | 3 | 63 HB | 10.5 % IACS |
AS-WELDEDThis page GTAW/GMAW deposit using BMg-1 rod or wire | Pick when the rod is used as an arc-welding filler for repairing cast or wrought magnesium; deposit is stronger and slightly more ductile than the brazed fillet. | 110 | 200 | 4 | 65 HB | 10 % IACS |
As fabricated | Condition in which the consumable itself is supplied (extruded/drawn rod 1.6–4.8 mm or spooled wire); mechanical values apply to the stock, not to a joint. | 140 | 230 | 6 | 68 HB | 11 % IACS |
What is AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED?
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED is AWS BMg-1 in the AS-WELDED condition — pick when the rod is used as an arc-welding filler for repairing cast or wrought magnesium; deposit is stronger and slightly more ductile than the brazed fillet. AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED has a yield strength of 110 MPa (16 ksi) and a tensile strength of 200 MPa (29 ksi) — weaker than 83% of magnesium alloy grades. Elongation at break is 4% and the elastic modulus is 45 GPa (6.53 Msi). AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED has a density of 1.82 g/cm³ (0.0658 lb/in³), heavier than 74% of magnesium alloy grades. It melts at 443°C (829 °F). AS-BRAZED is the default condition FabDigit quotes; AS-WELDED is available on request or by drawing note.
Limitations
- Hard to polish — 40/100, worse than 100% of magnesium alloy grades
- Low electrical conductivity — 10 % IACS, worse than 99% of magnesium alloy grades
- Needs corrosion protection — 12/100, worse than 98% of magnesium alloy grades
- Low strength — 110 MPa (16 ksi), worse than 83% of magnesium alloy grades
- Limited service temperature — 120°C (248 °F), worse than 78% of magnesium alloy grades
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED properties
Typical room-temperature values for AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED; 22 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are AWS BMg-1 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among magnesium alloy grades.
Physical3
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED has a density of 1.82 g/cm³ (0.0658 lb/in³), heavier than 74% of magnesium alloy grades. It melts at 443°C (829 °F).
Mechanical14
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED has a yield strength of 110 MPa (16 ksi) and a tensile strength of 200 MPa (29 ksi) — weaker than 83% of magnesium alloy grades. Elongation at break is 4% and the elastic modulus is 45 GPa (6.53 Msi).
Thermal6
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED is rated for continuous service to 120°C (248 °F). It conducts heat at 70 W/m·K (40.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 77% of magnesium alloy grades. Thermal expansion is 26 µm/m·K (14.4 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED conducts electricity at 10 % IACS, worse than 99% of magnesium alloy grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is not recommended (12/100), worse than 98% of magnesium alloy grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED takes about 320 MJ of energy and emits 30 kg of CO₂ — less than 74% of magnesium alloy grades. Typical recycled content is 10%.
Manufacturability8
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED's machinability is excellent (90/100, worse than 95% of magnesium alloy grades); weldability good (60/100); formability poor (20/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED
Is AWS BMg-1 easy to machine?
Cuts extremely freely with sharp, high-rake tools and no coolant misting; keep chips dry and away from water — magnesium fines are a fire hazard.
Can AWS BMg-1 be welded?
Use as GTAW/GMAW filler on AZ31B/AZ61A/AZ92A with pure Ar or Ar-He shielding, tight fit-up and low heat input to avoid hot cracking; braze at 600–620 °C where the base-metal solidus allows only ~20–30 °C of margin.
Can AWS BMg-1 be formed, bent or molded?
Supplied straightened or spooled; bend or coil warm (150–250 °C) since cold formability of Mg-9Al-2Zn is limited.
What surface finishes work on AWS BMg-1?
Remove all chloride/fluoride flux by hot-water and dilute chromic/nitric acid rinsing, then apply a conversion coating (ASTM D1732) plus epoxy primer; leaving flux residue guarantees rapid joint corrosion.
AWS BMg-1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Alprincipal melting-point depressant | 8.3 – 9.7 | 9 |
| Zn | 1.7 – 2.3 | 2 |
| Mncorrosion control | 0.15 – 1 | 0.25 |
| Beoxidation inhibitor; observe fume-toxicity precautions | 2×10⁻⁴ – 8×10⁻⁴ | 5×10⁻⁴ |
| Si | ≤ 0.05 | — |
| Cu | ≤ 0.05 | — |
| Ni | ≤ 0.01 | — |
| Fe | ≤ 0.01 | — |
| Other, totalresiduals, each ≤0.05 typical | ≤ 0.3 | — |
| Mg | balance | — |
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED — frequently asked
What is AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED used for?
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED is typically used for GTAW and GMAW filler for magnesium structures, repair welding of magnesium castings, welding AZ31B sheet and extrusion fabrications, torch and furnace brazing of magnesium assemblies, build-up of worn or mis-machined Mg castings and weld repair of magnesium tooling and fixtures. In short: AZ61A-composition magnesium filler; welds and brazes magnesium; consumable, not structural stock.
What is the yield strength of AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED?
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED has a typical yield strength of 110 MPa (16 ksi) and a tensile strength of 200 MPa (29 ksi) — weaker than 83% of magnesium alloy grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 3 listed tempers.
Is AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED easy to machine?
Yes — machinability is rated excellent (90/100, worse than 95% of magnesium alloy grades). Cuts extremely freely with sharp, high-rake tools and no coolant misting; keep chips dry and away from water — magnesium fines are a fire hazard.
Can AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated good (60/100). Use as GTAW/GMAW filler on AZ31B/AZ61A/AZ92A with pure Ar or Ar-He shielding, tight fit-up and low heat input to avoid hot cracking; braze at 600–620 °C where the base-metal solidus allows only ~20–30 °C of margin.
What surface finishes work on AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED?
Remove all chloride/fluoride flux by hot-water and dilute chromic/nitric acid rinsing, then apply a conversion coating (ASTM D1732) plus epoxy primer; leaving flux residue guarantees rapid joint corrosion.
Can AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED be formed, bent or molded?
Supplied straightened or spooled; bend or coil warm (150–250 °C) since cold formability of Mg-9Al-2Zn is limited.
What is the maximum service temperature of AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED?
AWS BMg-1 AS-WELDED 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.
What is the difference between AWS BMg-1 AS-BRAZED and AWS BMg-1-F?
AS-BRAZED is the default condition — default condition: properties of the solidified BMg-1 fillet/joint after torch, furnace or dip brazing of AZ31B/AZ61A/M1A/AZ92A parts. F: condition in which the consumable itself is supplied (extruded/drawn rod 1.6–4.8 mm or spooled wire); mechanical values apply to the stock, not to a joint. Yield strength is 95 MPa in AS-BRAZED versus 140 MPa in F.
Sources
- AWS A5.8/A5.8M — Specification for Filler Metals for Brazing and Braze Welding — American Welding Society (2019)
- AWS A5.19 — Specification for Magnesium Alloy Welding Electrodes and Rods — American Welding Society (1992)
- ASM Handbook, Vol. 6 — Welding, Brazing and Soldering (Brazing of Magnesium Alloys) — ASM International (1993)
- ASM Specialty Handbook: Magnesium and Magnesium Alloys — ASM International (1999)
- ASM Handbook, Vol. 2 — Properties and Selection: Nonferrous Alloys (AZ92A data) — ASM International (1990)
- ASTM D1732 — Preparation of Magnesium Alloy Surfaces for Painting — ASTM International (2019)
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.