Phehlukwayo Metal, located in Cape Town, South Africa, is your go-to source for top-notch aluminium products, including Aluminium 5005 bars and rods. This alloy is celebrated for its impressive corrosion resistance, sleek surface finish, and ease of workability, making it perfect for both decorative and structural uses. Phehlukwayo Metal ensures that their 5005 bars and rods comply with both local and international standards, guaranteeing consistent quality and performance. With quick turnaround times and a commitment to customer support, the company caters to a variety of industries such as construction, electrical, signage, and general fabrication, providing reliable aluminium solutions tailored to meet client needs.
Aluminium 5005 is a non-heat-treatable alloy that contains about 0.8% magnesium, which boosts its strength and resistance to corrosion. It offers moderate strength, typically featuring a tensile strength of 170–215 MPa and a yield strength of around 110–145 MPa, depending on the temper. This alloy excels in resisting atmospheric and marine corrosion and responds beautifully to anodizing, making it a favorite for architectural finishes. While it has good weldability and formability, its machinability is just fair. Aluminium 5005 is widely utilized in applications where appearance, corrosion resistance, and moderate strength are essential.
| Aluminium Alloy | ASTM B211, B211, B565, B316 5082, AMS 4121 |
| Standard | ASTM, ASME, AMS, GB/T, JIS |
| Aluminium Round Bar Temper | O, H12, H14, H16, H18, H22, H24, H26, H32, H112 |
| Aluminium Bar Form | Aluminium Round, Hex, Flat, Half Round, Oval, Rectangular in Black & Bright Finish |
| Aluminium Round Bar Diameter | 0.1-600mm,etc |
| Aluminium Hexagonal Bar | 0.1-600mm,etc |
| Aluminium Angle Bar Size | 0.5mm*40mm*40mm-20mm*400mm*400mm |
| Aluminium Flat Bar Thickness | 0.1-600mm,etc |
| Aluminium Flat Bar Size | 1-2500mm, etc |
| Aluminium Round Bar Length | 1-12m, Random, Fix & Cut Length or as per clients’ requirement |
| Aluminium Bar | Bright, Polish & Black |
| Weight% | Al | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Cr | Mg | Zn | Others Each | Others Total |
| 5005 | Bal | 0.30 max | 0.70 max | 0.20 max | 0.20 max | 0.10 max | 0.50 / 1.10 | 0.25 max | 0.05 max | 0.15 max |
| Material | Temper | Tensile Strength (N/mm²) | Yield Strength (N/mm²) | Elongation on 50mm (%) | |||
| 0.5 mm | 0.8 mm | 1.3 mm | 2.6mm | ||||
| 5005 | 0 | 95-145 | – | 18 | 20 | 21 | 22 |
| 5005 | H12 | 125-170 | 80 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 |
| 5005 | H14 | 145-185 | 100 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
| 5005 | H18 | 185 min | 165 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| European Standard | GERMANY | UNS | WERKSTOFF NR. |
| B57S | Al-Mg-1 | A95005 | – |
| Size in mm | Average Weight | |
| KG/MTR | KG/FT | |
| 10 | 0.62 | 0.18 |
| 12 | 0.90 | 0.30 |
| 14 | 1.20 | 0.40 |
| 16 | 1.60 | 0.50 |
| 18 | 2.00 | 0.60 |
| 20 | 2.50 | 0.80 |
| 22 | 3.00 | 0.90 |
| 24 | 3.56 | 1.08 |
| 25 | 3.90 | 1.20 |
| 28 | 4.80 | 1.50 |
| 30 | 5.55 | 1.69 |
| 32 | 6.30 | 1.90 |
| 34 | 7.14 | 2.18 |
| 36 | 8.00 | 2.44 |
| 40 | 9.90 | 3.00 |
| 45 | 12.49 | 3.81 |
| 50 | 15.40 | 4.70 |
| 56 | 19.34 | 5.89 |
| 60 | 22.20 | 6.80 |
| 63 | 24.47 | 7.46 |
| 63.5 | 24.86 | 7.58 |
| 65 | 26.05 | 7.94 |
| 70 | 30.20 | 9.20 |
| 73 | 32.86 | 10.00 |
| 75 | 34.72 | 10.58 |
| 78 | 37.51 | 11.43 |
| 80 | 39.50 | 12.00 |
| 83 | 42.47 | 12.95 |
| 85 | 44.55 | 13.58 |
| 90 | 50.00 | 15.20 |
| 92 | 52.19 | 15.91 |
| 93 | 53.39 | 16.27 |
| 95 | 55.65 | 16.95 |
| 100 | 61.66 | 18.79 |
| 105 | 67.98 | 20.72 |
| 110 | 74.60 | 22.74 |
| 115 | 81.64 | 24.88 |
| 125 | 96.34 | 29.36 |
Yes, Aluminium 5005 bars can be welded. It has excellent weldability, especially using TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) and MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding processes. Proper cleaning of the surface before welding is essential to prevent contamination and ensure strong welds.
Considerations for installing Aluminium 5005 bars and rods include ensuring proper welding techniques, avoiding galvanic corrosion, considering expansion and contraction due to temperature changes, and ensuring correct surface preparation for durability.
Aluminium 5005 has good corrosion resistance, particularly in atmospheric and marine environments, due to its high magnesium content. However, like all aluminium alloys, it can corrode under certain conditions, such as in highly acidic or alkaline environments. To prevent corrosion, surface treatments like anodizing or applying protective coatings are often used, especially in aggressive environments.
You’ll often find Aluminium 5005 bars and rods in **architectural applications** like curtain walls, cladding, and decorative trim, thanks to their smooth finish and anodizing capabilities. In the **electrical sector**, they’re used for busbars and electrical enclosures, where conductivity and corrosion resistance are crucial. The **signage industry** appreciates 5005 for its vibrant appearance and its ability to retain color and finish when anodized. Additionally, it finds its way into **kitchen equipment**, **furniture**, and **general fabrication**, where moderate strength, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal are key.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Phehlukwayo Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Cape Town, South Africa
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