Aluminum Alloy 4032 (UNS A94032)

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Aluminum 4032 is a high-strength aluminum alloy that is commonly used in aerospace and military applications due to its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to fatigue.

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Chemical Composition
ElementMinMax
Aluminum81.1%87.2%
Chromium——0.1%
Copper0.5%1.3%
Iron——1.0%
Magnesium0.8%1.3%
Nickel0.5%1.3%
Silicon11.0%13.5%
Zinc——0.25%
Residuals——0.15%

The following table provides a list of aluminum 4032 properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units.

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Table of Aluminum 4032 Properties
Physical Properties
Metric
Density2680 kg/m3
Mechanical PropertiesMetric
Tensile Strength370 MPa
Yield Strength300 MPa
Young’s Modulus (E)70 - 80 GPa
Shear Modulus (G)26 GPa
Elongation at Break8%
Poisson’s Ratio (ν)0.33
Brinell Hardness120 HB
Thermal PropertiesMetric
Melting Point530 - 580 °C
Thermal Conductivity130 - 150 W/m·K
Specific Heat Capacity (Cp)850 J/kg·K
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (αL)1.9×10-5 1/°C
Electrical PropertiesMetric
Electrical Conductivity2.3×107 S/m
Electrical Resistivity4.3×10-8 Ω·m

The values in this table are approximate and can vary depending on various factors such as the specific manufacturing process and heat treatment applied to the alloy.

Advantages & Disadvantages of Aluminum 4032

AdvantagesDisadvantages
High strength-to-weight ratioLimited formability
Fatigue resistanceNot suitable for high-temperature applications
Corrosion resistanceHigh cost
Good weldability

Applications of Aluminum 4032

Aluminum 4032 is commonly used in applications that require high strength, durability, and good fatigue resistance, including:

  • Aerospace: Various components such as aircraft and helicopter parts, engine components, and landing gear elements benefit from its properties.
  • Automotive: Ideal for racing engine components including pistons, connecting rods, and cylinder heads due to its high strength and durability.
  • Sports equipment: Commonly found in baseball bats, hockey sticks, and lacrosse sticks where strength and lightweight properties are essential.
  • Marine: Excellent for boat hulls, masts, and fittings because of its corrosion resistance in saltwater environments.
  • Industrial: Widely used in hydraulic components, pressure vessels, and machine parts where strength and good machinability are required.
  • Consumer goods: Popular choice for bicycle frames, camping equipment, and musical instruments that benefit from its strength-to-weight ratio.
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