Aluminum welding wire

AWS ER5356

APPLICATIONS

ER5356 is a general-purpose type aluminum 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.

INTRODUCTION

Welding filler wire
AWS Specification
AWS A5.10/A5.10M:1999(R2007)
AWS Classification ER5356

SPECIFICATIONS

Required Shielding Gas: Argon
Recommended Polarity: DCEP Reverse
Weight: 1 lb. (.45 kg)
Diameter (Inches): .035 in
Tensile Strength (PSI): 63,000

Features

ER5356 aluminum/magnesium GMAW (MIG) welding alloy
Designed for welding heat treatable base alloys, specifically 6XXX series alloys
Lower melting point and more fluidity than 5XXX series filler alloys
Low sensitivity to weld cracking with 6XXX series base alloys
Suitable for sustained elevated temperature service, i.e. above 150°F (65°C)
All position, except vertical down welding
Gray (post anodized) color

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

1/16″, 3/32″, 1/8″ & 5/32″