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A356 Aluminum Alloy
Chemical Composition
| Element | Symbol | Average Preferred Range % |
| Manganese | Mn | 0.05 |
| Silicon | Si | 6.5-7.5 |
| Magnesium | Mg | 0.35 |
| Copper | Cu | 0.1 |
| Zinc | Zn | 0.1 |
| Iron | Fe | 0.2 |
| Titanium | Ti | 0.2 |
| Aluminum | Al | Balance |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Metric Values | Imperial Values |
| Tensile Strength Min | 34.8 ksi | 240 MPa |
| Yield Strength Min | 27.6 ksi | 190 MPa |
| Elongation Min % | 6% | 6% |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 75HB | 75HB |
Comparative Specifications
Applicable Casting Processes