Aluminum 5657 is a non-heat treatable alloy that offers users workability and medium strength. Due to the addition of magnesium to the alloy, Aluminum 5657 has enhanced corrosion resistance. Aluminum 5657 can be welded with most convention methods including resistance welding, arc, and gas torch. This alloy can be both hot and cold formed as well as brazed, however it only offers fair machinability and getting the perfect finish takes extra work.

Because it’s numerous benefits, Aluminum 5657 is used in a variety of industrial and commercial applications including:

• Aircraft fuel tanks
• Electronic mounting plates and panels
• Fan blades
• Refrigeration liners
• Strom shutters
• Utensils
• Appliance trim
• Automotive parts

The unique chemical composition of Aluminum 5657 includes:

• Al balance
• Mg 0.6-1.0%
• Cu 0.1%
• Ga 0.03%
• Mn 0.03%
• Si 0.08%
• Zn 0.03%

All of the Aluminum 5657 from Continental Steel meets critical industrial standards from organization like ASTM and SAE. We sell Aluminum 5657 in a variety of shapes and sizes. To find out more about Continental Steel’s selection of Aluminum 5657, please contact us directly today.