AlSi10Mg Alloy

 

AlSi10Mg Aluminum Alloy: AlSi10Mg is a high-performance aluminum alloy known for its excellent mechanical properties, lightweight nature, and superior corrosion resistance. With outstanding castability and adaptable post-processing options,

it is an ideal material for demanding applications.

Key Features:

  • High Strength & Hardness: Suitable for components subjected to heavy loads.
  • Exceptional Thermal Conductivity: Ensures efficient heat dissipation in critical environments.
  • Corrosion Resistance: Provides durability in harsh conditions.
  • Lightweight & Versatile: Enables ease of manufacturing and flexible design adaptability.

Applications: AlSi10Mg is widely used in various industries, including:

  • Automotive & Aerospace: Engine components, housings, and ductworks.
  • Manufacturing & Tooling: Production tools, molds, and prototypes.
  • Industrial Equipment: Structural components requiring durability and heat resistance.

 

    Properties:                                                                                   Applications:

Lightweight                                                                                   Aerospace and Automotive

High Thermal conductivity                                                        Jewelry and Art

High Strength and Hardness                                                     Prototypes

Fast building and flexible Post-processing                             Complex geometries

Excellent castability                                                                     Production tools and molds

 

Powder Composition (AMS 4998, ASTM F1367):

Silicon                 9.0-11.0%                 Lead                      ≤ 0.05%

Magnesium        0.2-0.45%                Manganese         ≤ 0.45%

Aluminum           Balance                  Nickel                   ≤ 0.05%

Oxygen                ≤ 0.08%                  Tin                         ≤ 0.05%

Copper                ≤ 0.05%                   Titanium               ≤0.15%

Iron                       ≤ 0.55%                   Zinc                       ≤ 0.10%

 

Properties (Wrought Material):

Density:                                                                    2.67 gram/cm3

Melting Point range:                                               570 – 590oC

Thermal Conductivity:                                            120 - 180 W/mK

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion:                       20 x 10-6 K-1 (0 – 100oC)

 

Mechanical Properties of Additive Manufactured components:

Tensile Strength (horizontal direction (XY))                460 MPa (+/- 20 MPa)

Tensile Strength (vertical direction (Z))                        460 MPa (+/- 20 MPa)

Yield Strength (horizontal direction (XY))                    270 MPa (+/- 10 MPa)

Yield Strength (vertical direction (Z))                            240 MPa (+/- 10 MPa)

Elongation (at break) (horizontal direction (XY))         9% (+/- 2%)

Elongation (at break) (vertical direction (Z))                6% (+/- 2%)

Modulus of Elasticity (horizontal direction (XY))         75 GPa (+/- 10 GPa)

Modulus of Elasticity (vertical direction (Z))                70 GPa (+/- 10 GPa)

Hardness(HRC)                                                                120 (+/- 10)