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EN AC-45000

Al Si6Cu4

Al-Si-Cu alloy for a wide range of applications.

Alloy Group
AlSiCu
Recyclability
100%

Chemical Composition (%)

Balance is Al
Element Min Max
Si 5.00 7.00
Fe 1.00
Cu 3.00 5.00
Mn 0.20 0.65
Mg 0.55
Cr 0.15
Ni 0.45
Zn 2.00
Pb 0.29
Sn 0.15
Ti 0.20
OtherEach 0.05
OtherTotal 0.35

Mechanical Properties

Temper Method Rm Rp0.2 A% HBW
F Permanent mold 170 100 1 75

Quick Applications

  • Mechanical engineering
  • Engine parts

Corrosion Resilience

Overall: Fair to Good
freshwater
Excellent
saltwater
Fair
industrial
Good
acidic
Limited