5XXX series aluminum plate is popular on boats
While boats may not be among the most well-known applications for aluminum, the marine industry has undergone a technological revolution thanks to the unique properties of aluminum plate on boats. In some cases, the entire hull of a boat is made from aluminum, while in many vessels, particular parts and equipment are made from aluminum, such as ladders, railings, and gangplanks. First off, the 5XXX series aluminum alloys are extremely popular on boats. These alloys offer weld yield strengths from 100 to 200 MPa and feature good weld ductility without the need for heat treatment. They are also renowned for their high corrosion resistance. Seawater tests have shown that after ten years of use, the tensile strength of 5XXX series alloys show reductions of only 2 to 5 percent. Three alloys that are considered marine grade are 5052 aluminum plate, 5083 aluminum plate, and 5086 aluminum plate. All three are produced primarily as rolled materials (in sheet or plates) and are ...