Alloys Handbook
EN AC-46600
Al Si7Cu2
Alloy for casting wheels and suspension (Low pressure die casting).
Alloy Group
AlSiCu
Recyclability
100%
Chemical Composition (%)
| Element | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|
| Si | 6.00 | 8.00 |
| Fe | — | 0.70 |
| Cu | 1.50 | 2.50 |
| Mn | 0.15 | 0.65 |
| Mg | — | 0.35 |
| Cr | — | 0.05 |
| Ni | — | 0.35 |
| Zn | — | 1.00 |
| Pb | — | 0.25 |
| Sn | — | 0.15 |
| Ti | — | 0.20 |
| OtherEach | — | 0.05 |
| OtherTotal | — | 0.15 |
Mechanical Properties
| Temper | Method | Rm | Rp0.2 | A% | HBW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T6 | Permanent mold | 280 | 210 | 4 | 90 |
Quick Applications
- Wheels
- Suspension arms
Corrosion Resilience
Overall: Fair to Good
freshwater
Excellent
saltwater
Fair
industrial
Good
acidic
Limited