3003-O-Aluminium-Alloy-Commercial-Alloy-Sheet.pdf
The medium-strength aluminum alloy 3003 has excellent resistance to atmospheric corrosion, excellent weldability, and outstanding cold formability. Compared to the alloys in the 1000 class, it offers superior mechanical qualities, particularly at higher temperatures.
Applications of Alloy 3003
| Industry/Category | Typical Applications |
|---|---|
| Building Industry | Roofing and sidings, acoustic ceilings, corrugated sheets |
| Chemical & Food Industries | Storage tanks, pipes, metalwork |
| Heating & Cooling Equipment | Heat exchangers, air conditioner evaporators, motor vehicle radiators, freezer linings |
| Home Appliances | Cooking utensils, bakery moulds |
| Office Equipment | Various office hardware |
| Tube & Pipe | Pipes and tubes for general purposes |
| Packaging | Containers, closures, cladding alloy |
Chemical Composition
Spec: BS EN 573-3:2009
Alloy 3003
| Chemical Element | % Present |
|---|---|
| Others (Total) | 0.0 - 0.15 |
| Cobalt (Co) | 0.05 - 0.20 |
| Hydrogen (H) | 0.0 - 0.70 |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 1.00 - 1.50 |
| Silicon + Iron (Si+Fe) | 0.0 - 0.60 |
| Zirconium (Zr) | 0.0 - 0.10 |
| Other (Each) | 0.0 - 0.05 |
| Aluminium (Al) | Balance |
| Name | 3003 Aluminum Plate/Sheet |
| Hot sale status | O, H22, H24, H14, H16, H26, H18, H28, H112 |
| length | Fix & Cut Length or Customized |
| Surface treatment | Mill finish, Bright, polished, hair line, brush, sand blast, checkered, embossed, etching, etc. |
| Lamination type | Blue film, transparent film, black and white film, paper (film thickness: 50 microns, 80 microns) |
| Standard | AMS 4008, ASTM B20, QQ-A-250/2, ASTM B209, AMS4006 |
Properties
| Physical Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 2.73 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 655 °C |
| Thermal Expansion | 23.1 10^-6 / K |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 69.5 GPa |
| Thermal Conductivity | 190 W/m.K |
| Electrical Resistivity | 0.034 10^-6 Ω.m |
Spec: BS EN 485-2:2008
Sheet - 0.2mm to 6.00mm
| Mechanical Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 95 - 135 MPa |
| Proof Stress | 35 Min MPa |
| Hardness Brinell | 28 HB |
Alloy Designations
Aluminium alloy 3003 also corresponds to the following standard designations and specifications:
Temper Types
The most common tempers for 3003 aluminium are:
O - Soft
Supplied Forms
Alloy 3003-0 is normally supplied as soft sheet
Sheet
Weldability
Alloy 3003 has very good weldability
Fabrication Properties of Alloy 3003
| Property | Rating |
|---|---|
| Workability – Cold | Very Good |
| Machinability | Acceptable |
| Weldability – Gas | Very Good |
| Weldability – Arc | Very Good |
| Weldability – Resistance | Good |
| Brazability | Very Good |
| Solderability | Very Good |
What is 3003 aluminium used for?
It is also widely utilized in sheet metal applications like gutters, downspouts, roofing, and siding. The ISO standard 6361 and the ASTM standards B209, B210, B211, B221, B483, B491, and B547 address 3003 aluminum and its various tempers. Other designations are 3.0517 and A93003.
What is the difference between 3003 and 5052 aluminum sheets?
3003 H14 has an ultimate tensile strength range of 20-26 KSI, a yield of 21, an elongation of 8.3%, and a Brinell hardness of 40, whereas 5052 H32 has an ultimate tensile strength range of 31-38 KSI, a yield of 28, a 12% elongation, and a Brinell hardness of 60.
What is the difference between 3003 H14 and 6061?
In comparison, the yield strength of 3003 aluminum H14 temper is normally 17,000 to 24,000 psi, whereas 6061 aluminum yield strength is often 35,000 to 40,000 psi in the T6 temper.
