Aug 13 2013
Topics Covered
Introduction
Chemical Composition
Physical Properties
Mechanical Properties
Thermal Properties
Applications
Introduction
Magnesium AE42-F alloy is known for its good strength and creep resistance up to 150°C. This datasheet looks into the properties and applications of magnesium AE42-F alloy.
Chemical Composition
The table below provides data on the composition of the magnesium AE42-F alloy.
|
Element |
Content (%) |
|
Magnesium, Mg |
93.4 |
|
Aluminum, Al |
4 |
|
Rare earths |
2.5 |
|
Manganese, Mn |
≥ 0.10 |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of magnesium AE42-F alloy are as per the table below.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Density |
1.80 g/cm³ |
0.0650 lb/in³ |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of die cast magnesium AE42-F alloy are given in the table below.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Tensile strength |
234 MPa |
34000 psi |
|
Yield strength |
145 MPa |
21000 psi |
|
Compressive yield strength |
145 MPa |
21000 psi |
|
Shear modulus |
17 GPa |
2470 ksi |
|
Elastic modulus |
45 GPa |
6530 ksi |
|
Poisson's ratio |
0.35 |
0.35 |
|
Elongation at break (in 50 mm) |
11% |
11% |
|
Hardness, Brinell (500 kg load, 10 mm ball) |
60 |
60 |
Thermal Properties
The thermal properties of magnesium AE42-F alloy are as per the table below:
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Thermal expansion co-efficient (@ 0.000-100°C/32-212°F) |
26 µm/m°C |
14.4 µin/in°F |
Applications
Magnesium AE42-F alloy is mainly used in the making of die-casts.