What Is 5052 O Aluminum Plate
This batch of 5052 aluminum sheets comes in two specifications: 1.85 mm thick, 2200 mm wide, supplied in C (random or custom) length, with lot weights of 5.754 t and 5.713 t - roughly 11.47 tonnes in total. The specified usage is high-precision sheet, which is exactly where the O temper earns its place: 5052 is an Al-Mg alloy (2.2–2.8% magnesium) that cannot be strengthened by heat treatment, and the O condition is its softest, most formable state. For buyers who need precision aluminum that will be deep-drawn, spun, or blanked into finished parts, O temper gives maximum ductility before any forming operation.
Chemical Composition of 5052 O Aluminum Plate
5052 is a wrought aluminum alloy plate in the 5xxx (Al-Mg) series, verified against ASTM B209, EN 485 / EN 573-3 and GB/T 3880:
| Element | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Mg | Cr | Zn | Ti | Al |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content (%) | ≤0.25 | ≤0.40 | ≤0.10 | ≤0.10 | 2.2–2.8 | 0.15–0.35 | ≤0.10 | ≤0.15 | Remainder |
The magnesium content is what gives 5052 its characteristic combination of moderate strength and outstanding corrosion resistance - especially in marine atmospheres - while chromium refines grain structure and supports consistent forming behaviour.
Mechanical Properties of 5052 O Aluminum Plate (O Temper)
O-temper values per ASTM B209, tension-tested longitudinal:
| Property (O temper) | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 170–215 MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2% offset) | ≥65 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥19% |
| Nominal density | 2.68 g/cm³ |
For comparison within the same alloy: 5052 H32 reaches 215–265 MPa tensile with ≥7% elongation. That contrast is the whole point of ordering O - roughly double the elongation of H32, at the cost of strength, so formed parts can be drawn deeper and bent tighter before cracking. If the finished part needs stiffness after forming, hardening comes later from the forming operation itself, not from the mill temper.
Unit Weight and Volume Formulas for 5052 O Aluminum Plate
Three formulas cover every quotation and freight calculation for aluminum sheet and plate:
Weight of one sheet (kg) = Thickness T (mm) × Width W (m) × Length L (m) × 2.68
Weight per square metre (kg/m²) = Thickness T (mm) × 2.68
Volume (m³) = T (mm) × W (m) × L (m) ÷ 1000
The 2.68 factor is the nominal density of 5052 in g/cm³. For random-length (C) material, the practical unit is weight per metre of length: multiply kg/m² by the width in metres. That single number drives coil-to-order weight conversion, container weight distribution and per-metre pricing checks.
Note: theoretical weights use nominal density. Invoiced weight follows the mill certificate (EN 10204 3.1) and the final proforma invoice.
5052 O Aluminum Plate Weight Chart: per m² and per Metre at 2200 mm Width
Chart values for 5052 (2.68 g/cm³), width fixed at 2200 mm:
| Thickness (mm) | Weight per m² (kg) | Weight per metre @ 2200 mm (kg/m) | Metres per tonne @ 2200 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 2.68 | 5.90 | 169.5 |
| 1.5 | 4.02 | 8.84 | 113.1 |
| 1.85 (this order) | 4.96 | 10.91 | 91.7 |
| 2.0 | 5.36 | 11.79 | 84.8 |
| 2.5 | 6.70 | 14.74 | 67.8 |
| 3.0 | 8.04 | 17.69 | 56.5 |
| 4.0 | 10.72 | 23.58 | 42.4 |
| 5.0 | 13.40 | 29.48 | 33.9 |
| 6.0 | 16.08 | 35.38 | 28.3 |
Order basis: 1.85 mm × 2200 mm aluminum plate in random length (C)
Applying the chart to this order: each metre of the 1.85 mm × 2200 mm material weighs about 10.91 kg and occupies about 0.00407 m³ per metre of length. The two lots (5.754 t + 5.713 t = 11.467 t) therefore correspond to approximately 1,050 metres of total length and roughly 4.3 m³ of aluminum volume before packing. Buyers comparing offers can reverse-check any quote the same way: quoted tonnes ÷ 10.91 should equal the delivered metreage within rolling tolerance.
Thickness Tolerance Control for High-Precision 5052 O Aluminum Plate
"High-precision" is a tolerance commitment, not a marketing word. On this order, quality control includes:
| Check | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Thickness profile scan along width and length | Confirms the sheet stays inside the agreed tolerance class across the full 2200 mm width - the defining requirement for high-precision aluminum sheet |
| Tensile test per lot (O temper) | Verifies 170–215 MPa tensile, ≥65 MPa yield, ≥19% elongation per ASTM B209 |
| Flatness / shape inspection | Ensures the material feeds and blanks cleanly in precision stamping or cut-to-length lines |
| Surface examination (both faces) | Detects roll marks, inclusions or scratches that would telegraph through formed or polished parts |
| Temper verification | Confirms fully annealed O condition, no residual hardening from incomplete annealing |
| EN 10204 3.1 mill certificate | Lot-traceable chemistry and mechanical results; 3.2 or third-party inspection can be arranged on request |
Export Packaging and Documentation for 5052 O Aluminum Plate
Wide, thin, soft-temper material is vulnerable in transit, so packaging is specified for surface and edge protection first: PE film on the finished face, interleaving paper between wraps, wooden pallets or crates for sheet, and eye-to-sky or eye-to-side coil packing with steel-wood pallets for coil form. All lumber is fumigated and ISPM-15 marked for export. Standard documentation accompanies every shipment: commercial invoice, packing list, EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates, certificate of origin, and bill of lading - the set buyers need for customs clearance and incoming quality audit.
Applications of 5052 O Aluminum Plate
The 5052 O condition is chosen where forming depth and corrosion resistance matter more than as-rolled strength:
Fuel tanks and tanks - deep-drawn and welded tank bodies for vehicles and equipment; 5052 is a benchmark alloy for fuel tank sheet.
Marine components - marine aluminium sheet-metal parts, interior fittings and non-structural hull components exposed to salt spray.
Vehicle body panels - truck and trailer panels, toolboxes and formed body parts where O temper allows deep drawing and clean bending.
Precision blanking and stamping - high-precision sheet feedstock for parts that are hardened by subsequent forming, anodizing or coating.
Specifications of 5052 Aluminum Plate from GNEE
GNEE supplies 5052 O and other tempers (H32 / H34 / H116 and more) across a wide plate and sheet window:
| Parameter | Range |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 0.3–200 mm |
| Width | 100–2500 mm (2200 mm and other wide sizes available) |
| Common widths | 1220 / 1250 / 1500 / 2000 / 2200 mm |
| Length | Random (C) or custom cut to length |
| Tempers | O, H32, H34, H112, H116 and others on request |
| Standards | ASTM B209, EN 485, GB/T 3880 |
Custom cut aluminum sheet service is available: slitting, cut-to-length and edge conditioning so material arrives ready for your press or fabrication line. MOQ is flexible - small trial lots and full-container orders are both welcome.
About GNEE as Your 5052 O Aluminum Plate Supplier
GNEE has exported aluminum products since 2008 and today serves customers in more than 100 countries and regions. Wide-sheet material such as 2200 mm 5052 O is held alongside common stock sizes so both small and large orders can be matched quickly, with a typical production and delivery window of 15–30 days depending on specification and volume. Every lot ships with EN 10204 3.1 certificates, and 3.2 or third-party inspection can be arranged when your project requires it. Our technical team helps buyers match temper, thickness tolerance and width to the actual forming process - which, on orders like this one, is the difference between sheet that blanks cleanly and sheet that does not.
FAQ
How much does 5052 O aluminum sheet weigh per square metre?
Multiply thickness in mm by 2.68. At 1.85 mm that is about 4.96 kg/m²; at 2.0 mm, 5.36 kg/m². For 2200 mm wide material, weight per metre of length is thickness × 2.2 × 2.68 - 10.91 kg/m at 1.85 mm.
What is the difference between 5052 O and 5052 H32?
O is fully annealed (170–215 MPa tensile, ≥19% elongation) - the softest, most formable condition. H32 is strain-hardened and stabilized (215–265 MPa, ≥7% elongation) for parts needing higher as-supplied strength. Choose O for deep forming; choose H32 where the part sees load as-rolled.
What is the aluminium sheet price for 5052 O?
Price follows the SMM aluminum basis plus conversion, and moves with thickness tolerance class, width, temper, certificate level and order quantity. Any figure quoted without those parameters is only indicative - send the specification for a firm number.
Can you buy aluminum plate in 2200 mm width with custom lengths?
Yes. GNEE supplies 5052 O up to 2500 mm wide, in random (C) length or cut to your schedule, with flexible MOQ and 15–30 day lead time on standard specifications.
Request a Quote for 5052 O Aluminum Plate
Send your thickness, width, tolerance class and target tonnage - or just a drawing of the part you are forming. Our team will come back with a firm offer, mill certificate samples and the weight calculation for your exact size.
