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EN AC-47200

Al Si12(Cu)

Alloy for permanent mold casting with similar properties to AlSi12, but with copper added for better machinability.

Alloy Group
AlSiCu
Recyclability
100%

Chemical Composition (%)

Balance is Al
Element Min Max
Si 10.50 13.50
Fe 0.60 1.10
Cu 0.40
Mn 0.10 0.50
Mg 0.10 0.40
Cr 0.05
Ni 0.20
Zn 0.50
Pb 0.20
Sn 0.10
Ti 0.15
OtherEach 0.05
OtherTotal 0.25

Mechanical Properties

Temper Method Rm Rp0.2 A% HBW
F Permanent mold 180 90 2 60

Quick Applications

  • Complex thin-walled parts
  • Pump parts

Corrosion Resilience

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