Magnesium ZK40A-T5 (UNS M16400)
ZK40A-T5 is a high-strength magnesium alloy that is commonly used in aerospace applications due to its low density and high specific stiffness. It is also used in automotive, industrial, and consumer products.
| Chemical Composition | ||
|---|---|---|
| Element | Min | Max |
| Magnesium | Remainder | |
| Zinc | 3.5% | 4.5% |
| Zirconium | 0.45% | |
The following table provides a list of magnesium ZK40A-T5 properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units.
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Density | 1820 kg/m3 |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric |
| Tensile Strength (Ultimate) | 276 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (Yield) | 255 MPa |
| Compressive Strength (Yield) | 140 MPa |
| Young’s Modulus (E) | 45 GPa |
| Shear Modulus (G) | 17 GPa |
| Elongation at Break in 50 mm | 4% |
| Poisson’s Ratio (ν) | 0.35 |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) Typical value for Mg alloys | 1.00 J/g·°C |
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 Magnesium ZK40A-T5
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| High strength | Low melting point |
| Good machinability | Brittle |
| Lightweight | High cost |
| Weldable |
Applications of Magnesium ZK40A-T5
Magnesium ZK40A-T5 is a high-strength magnesium alloy that is used in a variety of applications, including:
- Aerospace industry: Magnesium ZK40A-T5 is used to make aircraft structures, such as landing gear, wing spars, and fuselage panels.
- Automotive industry: Magnesium ZK40A-T5 is used to make automotive components, such as engine blocks, brake rotors, and suspension components.
- Marine industry: Magnesium ZK40A-T5 is used to make marine applications, such as boat hulls, propellers, and rudders.
- Electronics industry: Magnesium ZK40A-T5 is used to make heat sinks and housings.
- Tooling industry: Magnesium ZK40A-T5 is used to make dies and molds.
- Mchinery industry: Magnesium ZK40A-T5 is used to make gears and bearings.