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5356 Series alloy is susceptible to stress corrosion cracking when the weld pool chemistry is greater than 3% Mg and there is exposure to prolonged temperatures in excess of 150 deg F. Alloy is used as welding filler wire and nail wire. Non-heat treatable alloy has magnesium, titanium, chromium and manganese as principle alloying elements.

Applications

  • Shipbuilding
  • Defense
  • Automotive
  • Containers
  • Aerospace
  • Recreation
  • Transportation

Prop 65

  • Yes

Specifications

  • Diameter: 3/64"
  • Amperage Range: 140Amps-260Amps
  • Process: GMAW
  • Container Type: Cardboard Box
  • Reproductive: Dual Short Form
  • Country of Origin: United States
  • Carcinogen: Mangense
  • AWS Classification: ER5356
  • Material: Aluminum
  • Trade Name: ALLOY 5356
  • Aluminum Thickness Range: 1/8" - Unlimited