Sadiki Metals, based in Kinshasa, Congo, stands out as a top manufacturer and supplier of premium metals tailored for industrial, marine, and architectural uses. One of their standout products is Aluminium 5052 Forgings, known for its impressive corrosion resistance, medium-to-high strength, and lightweight durability. Crafted with cutting-edge forging techniques, these components guarantee consistency, precision, and dependable mechanical performance. Sadiki Metals upholds rigorous quality standards to ensure they deliver products that perform reliably. Aluminium 5052 Forgings are perfect for projects that demand durable, corrosion-resistant, and easily formable aluminium components, making them suitable for marine structures, chemical processing equipment, structural frameworks, and various industrial engineering endeavors.
Aluminium 5052 Forgings are primarily made from aluminium mixed with 2.2–2.8% magnesium, 0.25% chromium, and small amounts of manganese, providing outstanding corrosion resistance and moderate-to-high strength. The forging process enhances the grain structure, toughness, and uniformity, resulting in robust, lightweight components. These forgings showcase high tensile strength, good ductility, and remarkable resistance to seawater, industrial chemicals, and atmospheric corrosion. Aluminium 5052 ensures reliable structural performance, dimensional stability, and excellent formability, making it an ideal choice for high-quality, long-lasting components in marine, industrial, and architectural applications.
Standards : ASTM B247, B247
Temper : H14
Specification : DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards
Flat bar blocks : up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs.
Cylinders and sleeves : up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length
Discs and hubs : up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs.
Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings : up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length
Rounds, shafts and step shafts : up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs.
| Aluminium 5052 | Fe | Si | Mg | Mn | Cu | Zn | Ti | Al |
| 0.15 – 0.40 | 0.10 – 0.25 | 2.20 – 2.80 | 0.01 – 0.10 | 0.01 – 0.10 | 0.01 – 0.10 | 0.020 – 0.030 | 97.2 |
| Alloy | Temper | UTS(Mpa) | % Elongation | |||
| Min | Max | 0.5 mm -0.8 mm | 0.81 mm – 1.30 mm | 1.30 mm – above | ||
| 5052 | O | 171 | 213 | 16 | 18 | 19 |
| H12 | 213 | 261 | 5 | 7 | 9 | |
| H14 | 233 | 281 | 4 | 6 | 7 | |
| H16 | 254 | 302 | 3 | 4 | 4 | |
| H18 | 268 | – | 3 | 4 | 4 | |
| STANDARD | UNS | WERKSTOFF NR. | European Standard | BS (OLD) | ISO | USA (AA) | GERMANY (DIN) |
| Aluminium 5052 | A95052 | 3.3523 | AW-AlMg2,5 | AG2,5C | AlMg2,5 | 5052 | AlMg2,5 |
Aluminum 5052 offers excellent corrosion resistance, high strength, good weldability, and formability. It's lightweight, durable, resistant to stress cracking, and performs well in marine and industrial environments, making it ideal for custom forgings.
Aluminum 5052 is not ideal for high-temperature forging applications due to its relatively low melting point and poor high-temperature strength. Alloys like 7075 or 2011 are better suited for such applications.
Aluminum 5052 has excellent workability, making it suitable for forging. Its low-to-medium strength, good corrosion resistance, and formability allow for ease in shaping, reducing the risk of cracking during forging.
Aluminium 5052 Forgings find extensive use in marine hardware, chemical processing equipment, transportation parts, storage tanks, structural frameworks, and architectural features that require both corrosion resistance and durability. They excel in high-stress, long-term applications that are exposed to seawater, chemicals, or harsh conditions. The forging process boosts mechanical integrity, uniformity, and toughness, ensuring these components stand the test of time.






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