Tensile Properties of AWS A5.10Aluminum Welding Rods
Tensile Properties of AWS A5.10Aluminum Welding Rods
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Just about every AWS spec for welding rods or wire will list the as-welded or PWHT tensile and yield properties of the respective rods & wire but NOT AWS A5.10, Specification For Bare Aluminum Welding Electrodes and Rods!! Why not? Can anyone advise on the where I might find the minimum requirements for yield and tensile strength on as-welded 5556 and 5356 filler?





RE: Tensile Properties of AWS A5.10Aluminum Welding Rods
The filler metal is often selected based on compatibility with the base metal chemistry, i.e., not all filler metals meeting A5.10 can be used to weld all aluminum alloys.
Reference books by Alcoa or Kaiser (sorry if the spelling is incorrect)will suggest what filler metals are suitable for different aluminum alloys and combinations of aluminum alloys. You may also find some recommendations in AWS D1.2 Structural Welding Code/Aluminum.
The same references will list the minimum tensile strength you can expect if the weld is sound.
Best regards - Al
RE: Tensile Properties of AWS A5.10Aluminum Welding Rods
I understand that some alloys dictate a gven few weld rods for compatibility reasons of one sort or another and as it happens in my present case, AWS D1.2 specifically recommends the two fillers I mentioned, 5356 & 5556 for joining 5456.
I have since found manufactures tensile reference data for the 5456/5556 combination, but I am in most need of 5456/5356 data.
Kaiser? Haven't heard mention of that name in years, I didn't know they were still in business.
RE: Tensile Properties of AWS A5.10Aluminum Welding Rods
I bet you can find Kaiser's book on eBay or Amazon. I purchased mine new a couple of years ago so it must still be in print. I'm in a hotel room as I type, so I can't give you more specific information at this time.
Best regards - Al
RE: Tensile Properties of AWS A5.10Aluminum Welding Rods