AE42 Magnesium Alloy

What is AE42?

AE42 is an engineering material with magnesium alloy. This guide covers chemical composition, mechanical properties, and machining per GB/T or ASTM standards.

Chemical Composition

Element Content (%) Standard
Mg Balance GB/T or ASTM
Al 2.5-9.0 GB/T or ASTM
Zn 0.5-2.5 GB/T or ASTM
Mn 0.15-0.50 GB/T or ASTM

Mechanical Properties

Property Value Standard
Tensile Strength ≥260 MPa ASTM/GB
Yield Strength ≥160 MPa ASTM/GB
Elongation ≥8% ASTM/GB
Hardness 65 HV HV
Density 1.80 g/cm³ 20°C

Key Features

  • Good mechanical properties
  • Suitable for industrial applications
  • Good machinability
  • Cost-effective

Applications

  • Industrial components
  • Automotive parts
  • Machine tool components
  • Structural applications

Machinability

AE42 has good machinability. Recommended: Carbide tools, appropriate cutting parameters, adequate coolant.

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