Performance Under Pressure
We are the thermal management experts in the aluminum industry. We recognize that in applications like engine components and chemical processing, "standard" is not enough. Our heat-resistant wire is the result of rigorous aging tests and thermal simulation. By providing a material that resists the microstructural degradation caused by heat, we empower our clients to build safer, more reliable equipment for the automotive and energy sectors, where operational temperatures are constantly pushed to the limit.
Heat-Resistant Specs
| Typical Alloys | ER5554, 5454-H32 |
| Max Service Temp | 150∘C (Continuous) |
| Tensile @ 100°C | ≥180 MPa |
| Sensitization Test | Passed (ASTM G67) |
| Melting Range | 585−645∘C |
Heat-Resistant Scenarios
Automotive Wheels: Welding components that experience friction-induced heat.
Exhaust Manifolds: Joining aluminum heat shields and secondary exhaust components.
Chemical Piping: Fabrication of lines carrying hot fluids or gases (65∘C−150∘C).
Solution: Preventing "delayed cracking" in heated structural joints by replacing ER5356 with our specialized ER5554 heat-stabilized wire.
Professional FAQ
- Q: Why can't I use ER5356 for hot applications?A: At temperatures above 65∘C, the magnesium in 5356 migrates to grain boundaries, making the weld highly vulnerable to corrosion and cracking.
- Q: Is there a strength trade-off?A: ER5554 has slightly lower tensile strength than 5356 but provides far superior thermal durability.