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How strong is 5052 aluminum? - lolitahe69 - 11-02-2020
Overall metal strength is measured by factoring together yield strength and tensile strength. Yield strength looks at the strength of a metal’s shape; measuring the point at which it permanently deforms. Tensile strength (also referred to as ultimate strength) measures the level at which metal can be stretched before it breaks.
The strength of 5052 aluminum is also determined by temper and is broken down as follows: