ER5356 is a general-purpose type aluminium alloy which is typically chosen for its relatively high shear strength. In addition, it also offers excellent corrosion resistance when exposed to salt water. ER5356 should be considered for welding 5000 series aluminum base metals.
Applications
Welding filler wire
AWS Specification
AWS A5.10/A5.10M:1999(R2007)
AWS Classification ER5356
Welding Current
DCEP
Typical Wire Chemistry
Si 0.25
Fe 0.40
Cu 0.10
Mn 0.05 – 0.20
Mg 4.5 – 5.5
Cr 0.05 – 0.20
Zn 0.10
Ti 0.06 – 0.20
OTHER 0.15
AI REM
Typical Properties
Melting range 1060 – 1175ºF
Conductivity 29% IACS ( – O),
27% IACS ( – H18)
Density 0.096 lbs/cu in
Anodized color White
Tensile Strength,ksi 38
Welding Positions
All positions
Available Diameters GTAW
2.4mm