O / H111
Annealed (H111 lightly levelled). Car body pressings, tanker shells, deep-drawn parts.
Corrosion-resistant Al-Mg sheet
5754 Aluminium Sheet & Plate
5754 (AlMg3) is Europe's most widely used Al-Mg sheet alloy: strong, very formable, weldable and highly resistant to seawater and industrial atmospheres. It is used for car body structures, tankers, boats, flooring and tread plate. Metline supplies 5754 sheet, plate and tread plate in O/H111, H22, H24, H32 and H34 to EN 485, worldwide.
- Alloy
- 5754 (Al-Mg 3)
- Tempers
- O/H111, H22, H24, H32, H34
- Thickness
- 0.5 – 100 mm
- Standards
- EN 485 · EN 573-3 · EN 1386
What is 5754 aluminium?
5754 contains 2.6 – 3.6 % magnesium, with small, combined manganese and chromium additions (0.10 – 0.60 % in total). It is non-heat-treatable and gains strength from solid solution and cold work.
In Europe it fills the role that 5052 plays in North America: the general-purpose formable, weldable, corrosion-resistant sheet. It is slightly stronger than 5052 in the annealed condition and has become the main alloy for aluminium car body structures, where O-temper 5754 is pressed into inner panels, floor and crash structures and joined by spot welding, riveting and adhesive bonding.
With magnesium mostly below the sensitisation threshold, 5754 is regarded as suitable for elevated-temperature service in most designs, unlike 5083. It is also the common base alloy for tread and chequer plate in Europe, combining slip resistance with corrosion resistance on vehicle floors, steps and walkways.
5754 chemical composition (wt %)
| Element | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Silicon (Si) | — | 0.40 |
| Iron (Fe) | — | 0.40 |
| Copper (Cu) | — | 0.10 |
| Manganese (Mn) | — | 0.50 |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 2.6 | 3.6 |
| Chromium (Cr) | — | 0.30 |
| Mn + Cr | 0.10 | 0.60 |
| Zinc (Zn) | — | 0.20 |
| Titanium (Ti) | — | 0.15 |
| Others, each / total | — | 0.05 / 0.15 |
| Aluminium (Al) | Remainder |
Limits per EN 573-3 for EN AW-5754 (AlMg3), also registered with the Aluminum Association.
5754 mechanical properties by temper
EN 485-2 specified values for sheet; elongation minimums depend on thickness. Note that some published data sheets list lower figures for 5754-H111 (160 – 200 MPa) that actually belong to 5251-O; the values below are the correct EN 485-2 ranges.
| Temper | Tensile strength Rm | 0.2 % proof Rp0.2 (min.) | Elongation A50 (min., by thickness) |
|---|---|---|---|
| O / H111 | 190 – 240 MPa | 80 MPa | 12 – 18 % |
| H22 / H32 | 220 – 270 MPa | 130 MPa | 7 – 11 % |
| H24 / H34 | 240 – 280 MPa | 160 MPa | 6 – 10 % |
| H26 / H36 | 260 – 300 MPa | 190 MPa | 4 – 6 % |
Physical properties (typical)
- Density
- 2.66 – 2.67 g/cm³
- Modulus of elasticity
- about 70 GPa
- Thermal conductivity
- about 147 W/m·K
- Electrical conductivity
- about 33 % IACS
- Coefficient of thermal expansion
- about 24 µm/m·°C
- Melting range
- about 600 – 640 °C
5754 tempers
H22 / H32
Quarter-hard. General fabrication, boat building, vehicle panels and enclosures.
H24 / H34
Half-hard. Flat panels, covers and parts needing more stiffness.
H114 / H244 tread plate
Patterned plate tempers used for chequer and tread plate (EN 1386).
Standards, equivalents and supply range
| System | Designation | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| European (EN) | EN AW-5754 / AlMg3 | EN 485-2, EN 573-3, EN 1386 (tread plate), EN 14286 (tanks) |
| German Werkstoff | 3.3535 | DIN EN 485 |
| Aluminum Association | 5754 | Registered; used under ASTM B209 by agreement |
| ISO | AlMg3 | ISO 6361 |
| China (GB) | 5754 | GB/T 3880 |
Supply range
- Thickness
- Sheet 0.5 – 6 mm; plate 6 – 100 mm; tread plate 1.5 – 6 mm base
- Sizes
- 1000 × 2000, 1250 × 2500, 1500 × 3000, 2000 × 4000 mm and cut-to-size
- Surface
- Mill finish, PVC film, diamond and five-bar tread patterns
Plain sheet weighs about 2.67 kg per m² per millimetre. Tread plate weighs more than the base gauge because of the raised pattern, so ask for the pattern-specific weight.
| Thickness (mm) | kg per m² | 1000 × 2000 mm (kg) | 1250 × 2500 mm (kg) | 1500 × 3000 mm (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.67 | 5.3 | 8.3 | 12.0 |
| 1.5 | 4.00 | 8.0 | 12.5 | 18.0 |
| 2 | 5.34 | 10.7 | 16.7 | 24.0 |
| 2.5 | 6.67 | 13.3 | 20.9 | 30.0 |
| 3 | 8.01 | 16.0 | 25.0 | 36.0 |
| 4 | 10.68 | 21.4 | 33.4 | 48.1 |
| 5 | 13.35 | 26.7 | 41.7 | 60.1 |
| 6 | 16.02 | 32.0 | 50.1 | 72.1 |
| 8 | 21.36 | 42.7 | 66.8 | 96.1 |
| 10 | 26.70 | 53.4 | 83.4 | 120.1 |
Fabrication notes
Forming
Excellent in O/H111. O-temper sheet can show stretcher-strain marks on visible surfaces; acceptable on hidden inner parts.
Welding
MIG and TIG with ER5356 or ER5183; for hot service ER5554. Resistance spot welding and bonding are standard in car bodies.
Corrosion
Excellent in seawater and industrial air. Use insulating washers with steel and stainless fasteners.
Machining
Fair; sharp tools and lubricant needed.
Anodising
Good for protective films; colour has a slight yellow tint.
Temperature
Generally suitable for elevated-temperature service; confirm magnesium content for critical hot applications.
Where 5754 is used
- Automotive: body-in-white inner panels, floor and crash structures, heat shields
- Transport: tanker shells, tipper bodies, trailer floors and sides
- Marine: boat hulls, decks, fishing vessels and fittings
- Flooring: tread plate for vans, steps, ramps and walkways
- Industrial: chemical and food-processing equipment, welded structures
5754 compared with 5052, 5251 and 5083
| Property (O) | 5251 | 5052 | 5754 | 5083 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnesium | 1.7 – 2.4 % | 2.2 – 2.8 % | 2.6 – 3.6 % | 4.0 – 4.9 % |
| Tensile range | 160 – 200 MPa | 170 – 215 MPa | 190 – 240 MPa | 275 – 350 MPa |
| Min. proof | 60 MPa | 65 MPa | 80 MPa | 125 MPa |
| Formability | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Hot service | Yes | Yes | Generally yes | No |
5754 and 5052 are often interchangeable after review. Step up to 5083 when you need marine-tempered hull plating or higher strength.
How to order 5754
- SpecifyAlloy and temper (e.g. 5754-H111), thickness, size or pattern, quantity, standard (EN 485 or EN 1386) and surface needs.
- QuoteWe confirm alloy, temper, tolerances, certification, packing and delivery terms (EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP) for your destination.
- ProcessSheets are cut, filmed if required and inspected.
- DocumentEach delivery carries a mill test certificate to EN 10204 3.1 with the cast analysis and mechanical test results; third-party inspection can be arranged on request.
- ShipSheets and plates are interleaved or film-protected, packed in seaworthy wooden cases or on pallets, and shipped by sea or air on EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP terms.
References and standards
- EN 485-1 to -4 – Aluminium and aluminium alloys: sheet, strip and plate (technical conditions, mechanical properties, tolerances)
- EN 573-3 – Aluminium and aluminium alloys: chemical composition and form of wrought products
- EN 1386 – Aluminium and aluminium alloys: tread plate, specifications
- EN 14286 – Aluminium and aluminium alloys: weldable rolled products for tanks for the storage and transportation of dangerous goods
- The Aluminum Association – International Alloy Designations and Chemical Composition Limits for Wrought Aluminum (Teal Sheets)
5754 aluminium (aluminum) sheet and plate: FAQs
Is 5754 marine grade?
Yes. It has excellent seawater resistance and is widely used for boats and marine fittings. For large welded hulls built to class, 5083 in H116 or H321 is the usual choice.
What is the difference between 5754 and 5052?
5754 has more magnesium (2.6 – 3.6 % against 2.2 – 2.8 %) and some manganese, so it is slightly stronger. 5052 is the North American standard and 5754 the European one.
What are the properties of 5754-H111?
Under EN 485-2, tensile strength 190 – 240 MPa, minimum proof strength 80 MPa and elongation 12 – 18 % depending on thickness.
Is 5754 used in cars?
Yes. 5754-O is a leading alloy for aluminium car body structures, inner panels and crash members.
Can 5754 be used for tread plate?
Yes; it is the standard European tread plate alloy, combining slip resistance and corrosion resistance.
Need 5754 sheet, plate or tread plate?
Send the temper, thickness, sizes, quantity and destination. We will confirm availability and a delivered price.
