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5183 filler metal is the most common aluminum/magnesium alloy for welding 5083 base metal in ship building applications. 5183 has higher strength values than 5356 with excellent salt water corrosion resistance when welded to 5083. Features/Benefits: - Very high strength (41 ksi typical) - High ductility/toughness/fatigue strength - Moderate ductility/formability - Lower electrical conductivity and thermal conductivity - Excellent corrosion resistance when welding 5083 base material - Higher column strength/better feedability - Very good color match after anodizing with 5xxx/6xxx base materials

  • Welding Process: MIG (GMAW)
  • Diameter: 3/64 in. (1.2 mm)
  • Weight: 22 lb (10 kg)
  • Tensile Strength: 41 ksi
  • Welding Position: Flat/Horizontal, Vertical Up, Vertical Down, Overhead
  • AWS Number: A5.10: ER5183, R5183
  • Base Metal: Aluminum
  • Material: Aluminum, Magnesium Alloy 5183
  • Applications: 5083 and lower strength alloys (40 ksi minimum UTS), pressure vessels, shipbuilding, cryogenic tanks
  • Shielding Medium: Gas
  • Country of Origin: United States

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