Aluminum 1050A O (Commercial Purity)

Aluminum 1050A, O is a commercially pure aluminum alloy (99.5% minimum Al) known for excellent corrosion resistance, high ductility, thermal and electrical conductivity, and superior workability. The O (annealed) condition provides maximum softness and flexibility, making it ideal for deep drawing, forming, and welding applications. It is widely used in chemical processing, food industry, electrical appliances, and architectural applications.

1. General Information

PropertyValue
Designation1050A, Wrought
ConditionO (Annealed)
UNS NumberA91050
EN NameEN AW-1050A (EN AW-Al99,5)
EN Number3.0255
Aluminum 1050A O (Commercial Purity)

2. Chemical Composition

ElementComposition (%)
Aluminum (Al)99.1 – 100
Iron (Fe)≤ 0.40
Silicon (Si)≤ 0.25
Copper (Cu)≤ 0.05
Manganese (Mn)≤ 0.05
Vanadium (V)≤ 0.05
Zinc (Zn)≤ 0.05
Titanium (Ti)≤ 0.03
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3. Mechanical Properties

PropertyValue
Young’s Modulus69 – 72 GPa
Yield Strength33 – 37 MPa
Tensile Strength76 – 84 MPa
Elongation35.2 – 40.9 %
Compressive Strength33 – 37 MPa
Flexural Strength33 – 37 MPa
Shear Modulus25 – 27 GPa
Bulk Modulus64 – 71 GPa
Poisson’s Ratio0.325 – 0.335
Hardness (Vickers)19 – 21 HV
Fatigue Strength (10⁷ cycles)21.6 – 26.5 MPa
Fracture Toughness32 – 35 MPa.m⁰·⁵
Aluminum 1050A O (Commercial Purity)

4. Physical Properties

PropertyValue
Density2.68 – 2.74 g/cm³
Melting Point645 – 658 °C
Maximum Service Temperature80 – 100 °C
Minimum Service Temperature-273 °C
Aluminum 1050A O (Commercial Purity)

5. Impact & Fracture Properties

PropertyValue
Fracture Toughness32 – 35 MPa.m⁰·⁵
Toughness (G)14.5 – 17.4 kJ/m²
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6. Thermal Properties

PropertyValue
Thermal Conductivity224 – 234 W/m·°C
Specific Heat Capacity893 – 903 J/kg·°C
Thermal Expansion Coefficient22.9 – 24.1 µstrain/°C
Thermal Shock Resistance19.8 – 22.5 °C
Latent Heat of Fusion384 – 393 kJ/kg
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7. Electrical Properties

PropertyValue
Electrical Resistivity2.8 – 3.0 µΩ·cm
Electrical Conductivity57.5 – 61.6 %IACS
Galvanic Potential-0.79 to -0.71 V
Aluminum 1050A O (Commercial Purity)

8. Magnetic Properties

PropertyValue
Magnetic TypeNon-magnetic
Aluminum 1050A O (Commercial Purity)

9. Processing & Machining Properties

PropertyRating
Metal CastingUnsuitable
Cold FormingExcellent
Hot FormingExcellent
Press FormingExcellent
Deep DrawingExcellent
Machining Speed149 m/min
WeldabilityExcellent (No preheating or post-weld treatment required)
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10. Corrosion Resistance & Durability

EnvironmentResistance
Fresh WaterExcellent
Salt WaterAcceptable
Weak AcidsExcellent
Strong AcidsExcellent
Weak AlkalisAcceptable
Strong AlkalisUnacceptable
UV RadiationExcellent
Stress Corrosion CrackingNot Susceptible
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11. Sustainability & Environmental Impact

PropertyValue
Embodied Energy (Primary Production)190 – 209 MJ/kg
CO₂ Footprint (Primary Production)12.3 – 13.6 kg/kg
Water Usage1.14e³ – 1.26e³ L/kg
Embodied Energy (Recycling)32.3 – 35.7 MJ/kg
CO₂ Footprint (Recycling)2.54 – 2.8 kg/kg
Recycle Fraction in Current Supply52.3 – 57.8 %
Aluminum 1050A O (Commercial Purity)

12. Standards & Similar Compositions

Country/RegionEquivalent Standard(s)
Australia1050 to AS 2848.1, 1070 to AS 1734, 1070 to AS 2848.1
AustriaAl99.5 to ONORM M3426, Al99.7 to ONORM M3426, H Al99.3 to ONORM M3426, H Al99.5 to ONORM M3426
Belgium1050 to NBN P21-001, 1070 to NBN P21-001
Canada0.997 to CSA HA.2, 0.9975 to CSA HA.2, 0.998 to CSA HA.2
Czech Republic424005 to CSN
Europe (EN)EN AW-1050A to CEN EN 573-3, EN AW-1060 to CEN EN 573-3, EN AW-1070A to CEN EN 573-3, EN AW-1350 to CEN EN 573-3, EN AW-1350A to CEN EN 573-3
FinlandAl99.7 to SFS 2581, Al99.8 to SFS 2580
FranceEAl99.5 to NF A81-331, MAl99.5 to NF A81-331
Germany (DIN)3.0255/Al99.5 to DIN 1712-3, 3.0257/E-Al to DIN 1712-3, 3.0259 to DIN 1732-1, 3.0275/Al99.7 to DIN 1712-3, EL-Al99.5 to DIN 1732-1, SG-Al99.5 to DIN 1732-1
HungaryAl99.5 to MSZ 3747/1
India19000 to IS 2590, 19500 to IS 733, 19500 to IS 736, 19600 to IS 2590, 19700 to IS 2590, 19700 to IS 736, G1A to IS 739, Grade 3 to IS 4026, S-Al19500 to IS 5897, T1A to IS 738
International (ISO)Al99.3 to ISO 209-1, Al99.5 to ISO 209-1, Al99.5 to ISO/R 115, Al99.6 to ISO 209-1, Al99.7 to ISO 209-1, Al99.7 to ISO/R 827, Al99.7 to ISO/TR 2136, Al99.8 to ISO/R 827, Al99.8 to ISO/TR 2136, Al99.8 to ISO/TR 2778, EAl99.5 to ISO 209-1
Japan (JIS)A1050BD/W to JIS H4040, A1050BE to JIS H4040, A1050H to JIS H4160, A1050P to JIS H4000, A1050TD to JIS H4080, A1050TE to JIS H4080, A1060PB to JIS H4180, A1060SB to JIS H4180, A1060SBC to JIS H4180, A1070BD/W to JIS H4040, A1070BE to JIS H4040, A1070H to JIS H4160, A1070P to JIS H4000, A1070TD to JIS H4080, A1070TE to JIS H4080, Class 2 to JIS H8300
Norway17010 to NS 17010, 17015 to NS 17015
Russia (GOST)1011 to GOST 4784, 1013 to GOST 4784, A0 to GOST 11069, A1 to GOST 3549, A5 to GOST 11069, AD0 to GOST 4784, AD1 to GOST 4784, Al to GOST
South Africa10501 (Al99.5) to SABS 712, 10701 (Al99.7) to SABS 712, 11604 (Al-EC99.6) to SABS 712, 11653 (Al99.65) to SABS 712
United Kingdom (BS)1050A to BS 1470, 1050A to BS 1471, 1050A to BS 1472, 1050A to BS 1473, 1050A to BS 1474, 1050A to BS 1475
United States (ASTM, SAE, UNS)1030, 1035, 1040, 1045, 1050, 1050 to ASTM B491/B491M, 1050A, 1060, 1060 to AMS 4000E, 1060 to ASME SB209, 1060 to ASME SB210, 1060 to ASME SB221, 1060 to ASME SB234, 1060 to ASME SB241, 1060 to ASTM B209M, 1060 to ASTM B210M, 1060 to ASTM B211M, 1060 to ASTM B221M, 1060 to ASTM B234, 1060 to ASTM B241M, 1060 to ASTM B345/B345M, 1060 to ASTM B404/B404M, 1060 to ASTM B483/B483M, 1060 to ASTM B736, 1065, 1070, 1070A, 1145 to ASTM B373, 1145 to ASTM B736, 1345, 1350 to ASTM B233, 1350 to ASTM B236M, 1350A, UNS A91030, UNS A91035, UNS A91040, UNS A91045, UNS A91050, UNS A91055, UNS A91060, UNS A91065, UNS A91070, UNS A91250, UNS A91345
Venezuela1080 to COPANT 862
Yugoslavia3.0353.00/Al99.5E to JUS C.C2.100, 3.0653.00/Al99.7 to JUS C.C2.100, 3.0655.00/Al99.5 to JUS C.C2.100
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13. Tradenames for Aluminum 1050A, O (Annealed)

Tradenames
ALCAN C1S
ALMINAL A2
AMPAL 601
AMPAL 602
AMPAL 603
AMPAL 604
AMPAL 605
AMPAL 607
AMPAL 609
AMPAL 611
AMPAL 615
AMPAL 625
AMPAL 637
AMPAL 650
AMPAL 660
AMPAL 670
BALCO ALLOY 1350.0
DURCILIUM T
IMPALCO P5
Aluminum 1050A O (Commercial Purity)

Conclusion

Aluminum 1050A, O is an excellent choice for applications requiring maximum ductility, corrosion resistance, and easy processing. It is ideal for forming operations, deep drawing, food packaging, chemical processing equipment, and electrical conductors. However, due to its low strength, it is not suitable for high-load structural applications.

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