AZ61A-F

Material Data Sheet

Magnesium AZ61A-F alloy is available in forged, extruded hollow shapes and extruded solid shapes. This alloy is relatively inexpensive and exhibits good strength. This datasheet will elaborate on the properties and applications of this alloy.

Chemical Composition

 

 

ElementContent (%)
Magnesium, Mg92.0
Aluminum, Al5.8 – 7.2
Zinc, Zn0.4 – 1.5
Manganese, Mn≤ 0.15
Silicon, Si≤ 0.10
Copper, Cu≤ 0.05
Iron, Fe≤ 0.005
Nickel, Ni≤ 0.005
Physical Properties
Properties Metric Imperial
Density 1.80 g/cc 0.065 lb/in³
Melting Point 418 °C 418 °C
Mechanical Properties
Properties Metric Imperial
Hardness, Brinell 50 50
Tensile Strength, Ultimate 280 MPa 40600 psi
Tensile Strength, Yield 165 MPa 23900 psi
Elongation at Break 14% 14%
Tensile Modulus 45.0 GPa 6530 ksi
Compressive Yield Strength 110 MPa 16000 psi
Poissons Ratio 0.35 0.35
Fatigue Strength 125 – 160 MPa 18100 – 23200 psi
Mahcinability 100% 100%
Shear Modulus 17.0 GPa 2470 ksi
Applications

Forgings in AZ61A find application in high strength
parts for:

  • Hollow shape extrusions
  • Solid extrusions
  • Bearing caps
  • Bearing housings
  • Fitting
  • Rocker arm supports
  • Screw machine components

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