AlCu4Mg1

Material No.

EN-AW 2024

DIN material No.

3.1354

Abbreviation

AlCu4Mg1

Description

Aluminium alloy, can be hardened

Composition
Alloy constituents [%]

Cu: 3.8 – 4.9
Mg: 1.2 – 1.8

Density [g/cm³]

2.70

Yield point
Rp0.2 [N/mm²] min. – max.

270 – 300

Tensile strength
Rm [N/mm²]  min. – max.

420 – 450

Elongation after fracture
A [%]  min. – max.

5 – 12

Brinell hardness
HB reference value

60

Corrosion resistance
in normal atmosphere

Moderate

Corrosion resistance
in coastal atmosphere

Poor

Machinability

Good

Weldability

Moderate

Anodising capability

Good (corrosion resistance)
Moderate (decorative)

High-gloss polishing,
mechanical

Very good

Main uses

Components subject to high levels of stress in machine construction, aeronautical and automotive engineering, high-strength forged parts