Aug 7 2013
Topics Covered
Introduction
Chemical Composition
Physical Properties
Mechanical Properties
Thermal Properties
Applications
Introduction
Magnesium AS21X1 is a die cast alloy. Die casting is a type of metal casting process where molten metal is forced under high pressure into a mold cavity.
Magnesium AS21X1 has excellent creep resistance. The following sections will discuss in detail about magnesium AS21X1 die cast alloy.
Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of magnesium AS21X1 alloy is outlined in the following table.
Element |
Content (%) |
Magnesium, Mg |
97 |
Silicon, Si |
1.1 |
Aluminum, Al |
1.7 |
Manganese, Mn |
≥ 0.40 |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of magnesium AS21X1 alloy are tabulated below.
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
Density |
1.78 g/cm3 |
0.0643 lb/in3 |
Mechanical Properties
The following table shows mechanical properties of magnesium AS21X1 cast alloy.
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
Tensile strength |
130 MPa |
18900 psi |
Poisson’s ratio |
0.35 |
0.35 |
Elastic modulus |
45 GPa |
6526 ksi |
Elongation |
9% |
9% |
Thermal Properties
The thermal properties of magnesium AS21X1 alloy are tabulated below.
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
Thermal expansion co-efficient (@20-100°C/68-212°F) |
26 µm/m°C |
14.4 µin/in°F |
Applications
Magnesium AS21X1 cast alloy is used in high temperature applications.