Aluminum Silicon Master Alloy Description
Aluminum silicon master alloy is a forged and cast alloy based on aluminum and silicon. AI-Si alloy is widely used in the automotive industry and machine manufacturing industry to produce parts for sliding friction conditions due to its light weight, good thermal conductivity and mechanical strength, hardness and corrosion resistance. When the silicon content is low (such as 0.7%), the aluminum-silicon alloy has good ductility and is commonly used as a deformed alloy. When the silicon content is high (such as 7%), the aluminum-silicon alloy melt has good filling properties.
Aluminum Silicon Master Alloy Specification
Element %
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50Al-50Si
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Aluminum
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Balance
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Cobalt
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-
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Copper
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0.06% Max
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Silicon
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48-52%
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Zirconium
|
-
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Boron
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0.01% Max
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Carbon
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0.06% Max
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Iron
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0.3% Max
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Lead
|
-
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Manganese
|
-
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Magnesium
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0.01 % Max
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Nickel
|
0.01 % Max
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Sulfur
|
0.01 % Max
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Zinc
|
-
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Nitrogen
|
-
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Oxygen
|
-
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Aluminum Silicon Master Alloy Application
The aluminum-silicon master alloy is used for the addition of silicon in aluminum alloy smelting, with low addition temperature and precise composition control.
Aluminum Silicon Master Alloy Packing
All packaging materials are suitable for air, sea and road freight. Vacuum packing is also available for selected alloys. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might be caused during storage or transportation.
Aluminum Silicon Master Alloy FAQs
Q1: What are the benefits of using Aluminum-Silicon Master Alloy?
Improved Castability: Reduces shrinkage and improves mold filling.
Enhanced Wear Resistance: Increases durability in moving parts.
Improved Mechanical Properties: Strengthens aluminum alloys for structural use.
Corrosion Resistance: Increases resistance to environmental factors.
Q2: How is Aluminum-Silicon Master Alloy used?
It is added to molten aluminum during the alloying process to achieve the desired silicon content and improve casting and mechanical properties.
Q3: What forms is Aluminum-Silicon Master Alloy available in?
Waffle ingots.
Rods or bars.
Granules or small pieces for easier handling and addition to molten aluminum.