Starc Metals, located in Canberra, Australia, stands out as a top-notch manufacturer and supplier that specializes in high-quality Aluminium 5083 forgings. Known for its expertise and dedication to excellence, Starc Metals caters to a diverse array of industries, providing tailored forging solutions that adhere to strict standards. With a keen emphasis on precision engineering and material integrity, the company produces components that are not only durable but also resistant to corrosion, making them perfect for challenging environments. By blending cutting-edge technology with skilled craftsmanship, Starc Metals creates Aluminium 5083 forgings that shine in both performance and reliability, establishing itself as a trusted ally for clients in the marine, defense, and industrial sectors.
Aluminium 5083 forgings are mainly made up of aluminum, featuring essential alloying elements like 4.0–4.9% magnesium, 0.4–1.0% manganese, and 0.05–0.25% chromium. This alloy is celebrated for its remarkable strength and resistance to corrosion, especially in marine settings. Its typical mechanical properties include a tensile strength ranging from 270–350 MPa, yield strength between 145–215 MPa, and an elongation of up to 12–20%, depending on the temper and forging conditions. The alloy also boasts excellent weldability and toughness, even in sub-zero temperatures, making it an ideal choice for applications that require a perfect blend of strength, durability, and corrosion resistance.
Standards : ASTM B247, B247
Temper : H14
Specification : DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards
Flat bar blocks : up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs.
Cylinders and sleeves : up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length
Discs and hubs : up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs.
Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings : up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length
Rounds, shafts and step shafts : up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs.
| Al | Cu | Mn | Cr | Si | Fe | Ti | Mg | Zn | Other Each | Others Total |
| Bal | 0.10 max | 0.40 / 1.0 | 0.05 / 0.25 | 0.40 max | 0.40 max | 0.15 max | 4.0 / 4.90 | 0.25 max | 0.05 max | 0.15 max |
| Tensile Strength | Hardness Brinell | Proof Stress | Elongation |
| 275 – 350 MPa | 75 HB | 125 Min MPa | 12 Min % |
| European Standard | OLD | WNr | UNS | ISO | USA (AA) | GERMANY (DIN) |
| AW-AlMg4,5Mn0,7 | AG4,5MC | 3.3547 | A95083 | AlMg4,5Mn0,7 | 5083 | AlMg4,5Mn |
Aluminum 5083 offers high strength, excellent corrosion resistance, good weldability, and formability, making it ideal for custom forgings in marine, aerospace, and other demanding applications.
Aluminum 5083 offers excellent workability, allowing for easy forging. Its high strength, good corrosion resistance, and moderate formability make it ideal for complex shapes while maintaining durability and structural integrity.
Aluminium 5083 forgings are a go-to choice in various industries where strength, resistance to corrosion, and lightweight performance really matter. In the marine world, they’re perfect for building ships, including hulls, superstructures, and deck equipment. This alloy is also heavily utilized in defense, especially for armored vehicle hulls because of its impressive ballistic resistance. Beyond that, you’ll find it in structural components for offshore platforms, cryogenic tanks, and transport equipment. Thanks to its excellent weldability and toughness, it’s a great fit for pressure vessels, automotive parts, and industrial machinery that need to stand up to tough conditions.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Starc Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Canberra, Australia
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