Stena Aluminium AB Gotthards Gata 5 Box 44 SE-343 21 lmhult, Sweden Tel.

(+46) (0)10 445 95 00 Fax (+46) (0)10 445 95 01 Stena Aluminium A/S Metalvej 10 DK-6000 Kolding, Denmark Tel. (+45) 76 30 56 00 Fax (+45) 76 30 56 01 info@stenaaluminium.com www.stenaaluminium.com

Aluminium alloys for foundries and deoxidization for steel mills Stena Aluminium

When using alloys, many circumstances exist that are outside the control of Stena Aluminium, which is why we cannot assume responsibility for defects that are deemed to have been caused by abnormal handling and use beyond the recommendations described in the brochure.

Stena Aluminium.

Stena Aluminium is the leading producer of recycled aluminium in the Nordic region. Our miss Our mission is to produce and market customized aluminium alloys for foundries and deoxidization for steel mills. Our enterprise today is conducted at two plants, lmhult in Sweden and Kolding in Denmark. The licensed volumes for both plants combined comprise at present 90,000 tons per year. Stena Aluminium has an annual turnover exceeding SEK 1.7 billion with around 140 employees. Stena Aluminium is a part of the Stena Metall Group, which has operations in more than 250 locations and in 13 countries. This means that we are able to guarantee access to raw materials and, no less importantly, dependable deliveries, even for very large quantities.

We think and work with the future in mind. Our task is to help our customers be successful. We do it by forming longterm relationships built on flexibility, the right quality, high delivery performance and availability in products and technical support. In order to help our customers be successful, we work continually on finding new ways to improve. We are constantly developing the unique characteristics of our processes and products. All of Stena Aluminiums operations are certified according to ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004. The systems are an active part of our daily work.

Customized alloys entirely according to customer needs.

In this brochure, we present the European standards for aluminium alloys for foundry purposes. At Stena Aluminium, nearly all alloys are produced in order to fulfil customer-specific requirements. Our customers mainly come from the automotive, electronics, machine shop and furniture industries. At present, we have over 450 different Types of customer-adapted aluminium alloys with varying requirements for electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, corrosion, resistance, strength, finishing quality, flexural strength, tensile yield limit, cutting property, weldability, etc. Consistently high quality Maintaining consistently high quality and delivering within tolerance limits has become our speciality. Through

the use of large smelters in our smelting process, we are also able to guarantee consistency and high quality for large-volume deliveries. Our large furnaces take up to 30 tons and guarantee consistent analysis, even in large quantities. However, our comprehensive quality controls during the process, from the receiving of the raw materials to final inspection upon delivery, are an even more important guarantee. Our customers must always feel confident that we are delivering the highest possible quality, so they in turn can deliver the same high quality to their customers. Ingots or liquid We were the first in the Nordic region to deliver liquid aluminium to indus-

trial customers, in large thermoses that contain up to eight tons per container. The smelted aluminium is transported in liquid form and is able to be used in the customers production process immediately on arrival. The aluminium will have a temperature that has been adjusted to the needs of the customers own process. We will of course also continue to cast aluminium ingots in the future.

Aluminium alloys for pressure die casting.

Here, we present the European standards for pressure die casting. We show the chemical requirements for composition, casting properties, heat treatment and mechanical properties. We also give a description of the general properties as well as the existing conceivable areas of application. These are found of course in our product line, however, if required, we can help you to select the right alloy for your exact requirements.
Alloys for pressure die casting SS-EN 1780-I numerical SS-EN 1780-2 chemical Older standard Chemical composition for cast alloys according to SS_EN 1676 (in % weight) Si Fe Cu Mn Mg Cr Ni Zn Pb Sn Ti Other each
2)

Casting properties Aluminium Solidification range 0 C approx. 600-550 Casting temperature 0 C about 650-700 Fluidity Hot tearing Resistance Shrinkage about % Pressure tightness

Heat treatment

total

EN AB-43400

EN AB-AISiI0Mg (Fe)

9.0-11.0

0.45-0.9 (1.0) 0.45-0.9 (1.0) 0.55 (0.65) 0.6-1.1 (1.3) 0.45-1.0 (1.1) 0.6-1.2 (1.3) 0.6-1.1 (1.3)

0.08 (0.10) 0.08 (0.10) 0.08 (0.10) 2.0-4.0 1.5-2.5 2.0-4.0 0.7-1.2

0.55

0.25-0.50 (0.20-0.50) 0.10 0.15-0.55 (0.05-0.55) 0.30 0.15-0.55 (0.05-0.55) 0.35

0.15

0.15

0.15

0.05

0.15 (0.20) 0.15 0.15 0.20 (0.25) 0.20 (0.25) 0.20 (0.25) 0.15 (0.20)

0.05

0.15

Rest

Excellent

Excellent

0.5-0.8

Good

Normally not age-hardened.

EN AB-44300 EN AB-444001) EN AB-46000 EN AB-46100 EN AB-46500 EN AB 47100

EN AB-AISiI2 (Fe) EN AB-AISi91) EN AB-AISi9Cu3 (Fe EN AB-AISil ICu2 (Fe) EN AB-AISi9Cu3(Fe)(Zn) EN AB-AISiI2CuI(Fe)

Type 4263 Type 4255 Type 4250 Type 4252 -

10.5-13.5 8.0-11.0 8.0-11.0 10.0-12.0 8.0-11.0 10.5-13.5

0.55 0.50 0.55 0.55 0.55 0.55

0.15 0.15 0.15 0.10

0.05 0.55 0.45 0.55 0.30

0.15 0.15 1.2 1.7 3.0 0.55

0.05 0.35 0.25 0.35 0.20

0.05 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.10

0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05

0.25 0.15 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25

Rest Rest Rest Rest Rest Rest

580-570 600-550 600-490 580-530 600/490 580-530

650-700 650-700 650-700 650-700 650-700 650-700

Excellent Excellent Good Excellent Good Excellent

Excellent Excellent Good Good Good Excellent

0.5-0.8 0.5-0.8 0.5-0.8 0.5-0.8 0.5-0.8 0.5-0.8

Good Good Good Good Good Excellent

Not age-hardened Not age-hardened Normally not age-hardened. Normally not age-hardened. Normally not age-hardened. Normally not age-hardened.

SS = Swedish standard EN = European standard AB = Aluminium ingots

Note: The value in parentheses is the die casting composition where it differs from ingots.
1) 2)

= Standardized for pressure die casting but normally used for sand and chill casting. Other does not involve material for grain refinement or processing of smelt such as Na, Sr, Sb and P. Mechanical properties of separately cast test bars Older standard State1) Tensile strength Rm MPa2) min. 240 Proof stress Rp0.2 MPa2) min. 140 Elongation A50 % min. 1 Brinell hardness HBS min. 70 Near-eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties and good resistance to hot tearing. Good machinability and high resistance to chemical attack. Eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties, excellent fluidity and high resistance to hot tearing. Good machinability and high resistance to chemical attack. Near-eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties but likely to adhere to the tool. Good resistance to hot tearing and high resistance to chemical attack. Universal alloy with very good castability, particularly suitable for pressure die casting. Slight tendency towards forming surface and internal cavities. Good machinability. Alloy with very good castability, excellent fluidity and good machinability. Universal alloy with very good castability, particularly suitable for pressure die casting. Slight tendency towards forming surface and internal cavities. Very good machinability. Eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties, excellent fluidity and high resistance to hot tearing. Good machinability. For complicated, thin-wall, pressure-tight castings subjected to fatigue loading. Good resistance to corrosion and high strength. For complicated, thin-walled, pressure-tight and corrosion-resistant castings subjected to fatigue loading. Particularly suitable for difficult thin-wall castings with good elongation properties. For castings that require good toughness and resistance to corrosion. For wide range of applications. Also for complicated and thin-wall castings. Particularly Particularly suitable for highly stressed pressure die castings. For wide range of applications. Particularly suitable for thin-wall castings. For wide range of applications. Also for complicated and thin-wall castings. Especially suitable for highly stressed pressure die castings. For complicated, thin-walled, pressure-tight and corrosion-resistant castings subjected to fatigue loading. General description of properties Suitable applications Mechanical and physical properties Density approx. value kg/dm 3) 2.65 Strength Machinability Weldability 3) Resistance to corrosion Satisfactory Satisfactory Satisfactory Poor Decorative anodizing Polishability Linear thermal expansion 293-3730K 0 1 K21x10
-6

Alloys for pressure die casting Alloy designation according to: SS-EN 1780-I numerical EN AB-43400 SS-EN 1780-2 chemical AN AB-AISiI0Mg (Fe) -

Electrical conductivity MS/m 16-21

Thermal conductivity 0 W/m K 130-150

DF

Good

Good

Poor

Not recom.

Poor

EN AB-44300

EN AB-AISiI2 (Fe)

Type 4263 Type 4255 Type 4250 Type 4252 -

DF

240

130

60

2.65

Good

Satisfactory Satisfactory Good

Poor

Not recom.

Poor

-6 20x10

16-22

130-160

EN AB-444001)

EN AB-AISi91)

DF

220

120

55

2.65

Satisfactory Good

Poor

Not recom.

Poor

-6 21x10 -6 21x10 -6 20x10 -6 21x10

16-22

130-150

EN AB-46000

EN AB-AISi9Cu3 (Fe)

DF

240

140

<1

80

2.75

Poor

Not recom.

Satisfactory Satisfactory Satisfactory Satisfactory

13-17

110-120

EN AB-46100 EN AB-46500

EN AB-AISil ICu2 (Fe) EN AB-AISi9Cu3(Fe)(Zn)

DF DF

240 240

140 140

<1 <1

80 80

2.75 2.75

Good Good

Satisfactory Good

Poor Poor

Poor Poor

Not recom. Not recom.

14-18 13-17

120-130 110-120

EN AB 47100

EN AB-AISiI2CuI(Fe)

DF

240

140

70

2.65

Good

Satisfactory

Poor

Satisfactory

Not recom.

-6 20x10

15-20

120-150

5 

SS = Swedish standard EN = European standard AB = Aluminium ingots 1) = Standardized for pressure die castings, but used normally for sand and chill casting

1)

D = F = 2)1MPa =

Pressure die cast Cast state 1N/m2

3) = The weldability of pressure die castings depends upon the quantity of entrapped gas and in most cases is very poor. With special pressure die casting techniques, satisfactory to good weldability may be obtained.

Aluminium alloys for sand and chill casting.

Here, we present the European standards for sand and chill casting. We show the chemical requirements for composition, casting properties, heat treatment and mechanical properties. We also give a description of the general properties as well as the existing conceivable areas of application. These are found of course in our product line, however if required, we can help you to select the right alloy for your exact requirements.

Alloys for sand and chill casting Alloy designation according to: SS-EN 1780-I SS-EN 1780-2 numerical chemical EN AB-42000 EN AB-A1Si7Mg Older standard

Chemical composition for cast alloys according to SS-EN 1676 (in % weight) Si Fe Cu Mn Mg Cr Ni Zn Pb Sn Ti Other Each Type 4244 6.5-7.5 0.45 (0.55) 0.40 (0.55) 0.45 (0.55) 0.55 (0.65) 0.55 (0.65) 0.40 (0.55) 0.7 (0.8) 0.7 (0.8) 0.7 (0.8) 0.15 (0.20) 0.03 (0.05) 0.08 (0.10) 0.30 (0.35) 0.10 (0.15) 0.03 (0.05) 2.0-3.5 0.8-1.3 0.35 0.25-0.65 (0.20-0.65) 0.25-0.45 (0.20-0.45) 0.25-0.45 (0.20-0.45) 0.25-0.45 (0.20-0.45) 0.10 0.15-0.55 (0.05-0.55) 0.30-0.65 (0.25-0.65) 0.35 0.15 0.15 0.15 0.05 0.05-0.20 (0.050.25) 0.15 0.05
1)

Gjutegenskaper Aluminium Total 0.15 Rest Solidification range o C about 620-570 o C about Fluidity Hot tearing Resistance o C ca Excellent Shrinkage about % Pressure tightness

Heat treatment

700-750

Good

S:1-1.2 K:0.8-1 S:1-1.2

Good

Solution annealing at 520-530 C for 3-6 hours, after which o it is quenched in water and artificially aged at 150-175 C for 15-5 hours Solution annealing at 520-530 C for 3-6 hours, after which o it is quenched in water and artificially aged at 150-175 C for 15-5 hours Solution annealing at 520-530 C for 3-6 hours, after which o it is quenched in water and artificially aged at 150-175 C for 15-5 hours Solution annealing at 520-530 C for 3-6 hours, after which o it is quenched in water and artificially aged at 150-175 C for 15-5 hours Not age-hardened. Annealed at 520-530 C hours, after which it is quenched in water. Not age-hardened. Annealed at 520-530 C for 3-5 hours, after which it is quenched in water. Normally not age-hardened. Solution annealing at 520-530 C for 3-6 hours, after which o it is quenched in water and artificially aged at 150-175 C for 15-5 hours. Not age-hardened.
3)

EN AB-43000

EN AB-A1Si 10Mg(a)

Type 4253

9.0-11.0

0.45

0.05

0.10

0.05

0.05

0.05

0.15

Rest

600-550

680-750

Excellent

Excellent K:0.8-1 Excellent

Good

EN AB-43100

EN AB-A1Si 10Mg(b)

Type 4253

9.0-11.0

0.45

0.05

0.10

0.05

0.05

0.15

0.05

0.15

Rest

600-550

680-750

Excellent

S:1-1.2 K:0.8-1 S:1-1.2 K:0.8-1 S:1-1.1 K:0.8-1 S:1-1.1 K:0.8-1 S:1-1.1 K:0.9-1 S:1-1.1 K:0.8-1 S:1-1.1 K:0.8-1
2)

Good

EN AB-43200

EN AB-A1Si 10Mg(Cu)

Type 4253

9.0-11.0

0.55

0.15

0.35

0.10

0.15 (0.20) 0.15 (0.20) 0.15 0.20 (0.25) 0.10-0.18 (0.10-0.20) 0.15 (0.20)

0.05

0.15

Rest

600-530

680-750

Excellent

Excellent

Good

EN AB-44100 EN AB-44200 EN AB-46200 EN AB-46400

EN AB-A1Si 12(b) EN AB-A1Si 12(a) EN AB-A1Si 8Cu3 EN AB-A1Si 9Cu1 Mg

Type 4261 Type 4261 Type 4251 -

10.5-13.5 10.5-13.5 7.5-9.5 8.3-9.7

0.55 0.35 0.15-0.65 0.15-0.55

0.10 0.35 0.20

0.15 0.10 1.2 0.8

0.10 0.25 0.10

0.15 0.10

0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05

0.15 0.15 0.25 0.25

Rest Rest Rest Rest

580-570 580-570 600-490 600-550

680-750 680-750 680-750 680-750

Excellent Excellent Good Good

Excellent Excellent Good Good

Excellent Excellent Good Good

EN-AB 47000

EN AB-A1Si 12(Cu)

Type 4260

10.5-13.5

0.9 (1.0)

0.050.55

0.10

0.30

0.55

0.20

0.10

0.05
1)

0.25

Rest

580-530

680-750

Excellent

Excellent

Excellent

SS = Swedish standard EN = European standard AB = Aluminium ingots

Note: The value in parentheses is the die casting composition where it differs from ingots.

Other does not involve material for grain refinement or processing of smelt such as Na, Sr, Sb and P.

S = Sand casting K = Chill casting

Shorter time and/or higher temperature for chill casting. Longer time and/or lower temperature for sand casting. The time is first computed only when the temperature is attained.

7 

Aluminium alloys for sand and chill casting ctd.

Alloys for sand and chill casting Alloy designation according to: SS-EN 1780-I numerical EN AB-42000 SS-EN 1780-2 chemical EN AB-A1Si7Mg Type 4244 SF ST6 KF KT6 KT64 SF ST6 KF KT6 KT64 SF ST6 KF KT6 KT64 SF ST6 KF KT6 SF KF Older standard Mechanical properties of separately cast test bars State1) Tensile strength Rm MPa2) min. 140 220 170 260 240 150 220 180 260 240 150 220 180 260 240 160 220 180 240 150 170 Proof stress Rp0.2 MPa2) min. 80 180 90 220 200 80 180 90 220 200 80 180 90 220 200 80 180 90 200 70 80 70 80 Elongation A50 % min. 2 1 2.5 1 2 2 1 2.5 1 2 2 1 2.5 1 2 1 1 1 1 4 5 Brinell hardness HBS min. 50 75 55 90 80 50 75 55 90 80 50 75 55 90 80 50 75 55 80 50 55 Under-eutectic alloy with good castability properties. Good machinability, good weldability and high resistance to chemical attack. For complicated, pressure-tight castings subjected to fatigue loading. Good resistance to corrosion and high strength. General description of properties Suitable applications Mechanical and physical properties Density approx. value kg/dm3 2.65 Strength Machinability Weldability Corrosion resistance Decorative anodizing Polishability Linear thermal expansion 0 293-373 K 0 -1 K 22x10
-6

Electrical conductivity MS/m 19-25

Thermal conductivity 0 W/m K 150-170

Good

Good

Good

Good/ Satisfactory

Poor

Satisfactory

EN AB-43000

EN AB-A1Si 1 0Mg(a)

Type 4253

Near-eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties and good resistance to hot tearing. Good machinability, excellent weldability and high resistance to chemical attack.

For complicated, thin-walled, pressure-tight castings subjected to fatigue loading. Very good resistance to corrosion and high strength after heat treatment.

2.65

Good, vid ldr.hrdning mycket Good Good, vid ldr.hrdning mycket Good Good, with artificial ageing very good. Poor

Good

Excellent

Good

Not recom.

Poor

-6 21x10

19-25

150-170

EN AB-43100

EN AB-A1Si 1 oMg(b)

Type 4253

Near-eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties and good resistance to hot tearing. Good machinability, excellent weldability and high resistance to chemical attack.

For complicated, thin-walled, pressure-tight and corrosion-resistant castings subjected to fatigue loading. Good resistance to corrosion and high strength after heat treatment. For complicated, thin-walled, pressure-tight and corrosion-resistant castings subjected to fatigue loading. High strength after heat treatment, but with limited properties concerning resistance to corrosion. For complicated, thin-walled, pressure-tight and corrosion-resistant castings subjected to fatigue loading. Good elongation properties and good resistance to corrosion. For complicated, thin-walled, pressure-tight and corrosion-resistant castings subjected to fatigue loading. Good elongation properties and very good resistance to corrosion. For wide range of applications, also for complicated and thin-wall castings. For wide range of applications, also for complicated and thin-wall castings. For complicated, thin-walled, pressure-tight and corrosion-resistant castings subjected to fatigue loading, but with limitations involving resistance to corrosion and toughness.

2.65

Good

Excellent

Good/ Satisfactory

Not recom.

Poor

-6 21x10

18-25

140-170

EN AB-43200

EN AB-A1Si 1 0 Mg(cu)

Type 4253

Near-eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties and good resistance to hot tearing. Good machinability and excellent weldability.

2.65

Good

Excellent

Satisfactory

Not recom.

Satisfactory

-6 21x10

16-24

130-170

EN AB-44100

EN AB-A1Si 1 2 (b)

Type 4261 Type 4261 Type 4251 -

Eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties, excellent fluidity and high resistance to hot tearing. Good machinability, excellent weldability and high resistance to chemical attack. Eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties, excellent fluidity and high resistance to hot tearing. Good machinability, excellent weldability and high resistance to chemical attack. Universal alloy with very good castability. Slight Slight tendency towards forming surface and internal cavities. Good machinability and good weldability. Universal alloy with very good castability. Slight tendency towards forming surface and internal cavities. Good machinability and good weldability. Eutectic alloy with excellent castability properties, excellent fluidity and high resistance to hot tearing. Good machinability, excellent weldability.

2.65

Satisfactory Satisfactory Good

Excellent Excellent Good

Good/ Satisfactory Good

Not recom. Not recom. Not recom. Not recom. Not recom.

Poor

-6 20x10

16-23

130-160

EN AB-44200

EN AB-A1Si 1 2 (a)

SF KF

150 170

5 6

50 55

2.65

Poor

Poor

-6 20x10

17-24

140-170

EN AB 46200

EN AB-A1Si8Cu3

SF KF SF KF KT6 SF KF

150 170 135 170 275 150 170

90 100 90 100 235 80 90

1 1 1 1 1.5 1 2

60 75 60 75 105 50 55

2.75

Good

Poor

Satisfactory Poor

-6 21x10 -6 21x10

14-18

110-130

EN AB 46400

EN AB-A1Si9Cu 1 Mg

2.65

Excellent

Good

Good

Poor

16-22

130-150

EN AB 47000

EN AB-A1Si 1 2(Cu)

Type 4260

2.65

Poor

Satisfactory

Excellent

Satisfactory

Satisfactory

-6 20x10

16-22

130-150

SS = Swedish standard EN = European standard AB = Aluminium ingots

= Sand cast T6 = Solution annealed and artificially aged. T64 = Solution annealed and artificially aged (underaged). K = Chill cast F = Cast state (The description corresponds to SS-EN 1706) 2) 1MPa = 1N/mm2
1)S

Alloy key.
Alloys for pressure die casting
Europe EN 1706 43400 44300 44400 46000 46100 46500 47100 ISO AISi10Mg(Fe) AISi12 (Fe) AISi9 AISi9Cu3(Fe) AISi11Cu2(Fe) AISi9Cu3(Fe)(Zn) AISi12Cu1(Fe) LM24 LM2 LM24 LM20 A380.0 A413.0 ADC1 B380.0 ADC10 ADC12 226/3 231D 4252 4260 A-S9U3X A-S12U 4525 5079 226 D LM20 ADC2 UK BS US AA Japan JIS Germany DIN 239 D 230 D 4263 4255 4250 A-S12 AS-9 A-S9U3 5075 Sweden SIS France NF Italy UNI

Alloys for sand and chill casting

Europe EN 1706 42000 43000 43100 43200 44100 44200 46200 46400 ISO AISi7MgFe AISi10Mg(a) AISi10Mg(b) AISi12Mg(Cu) AISi12(b) AISi12(a) AISi8Cu3 AISi9Cu1Mg AISi12 (Cu) 231 4260 A-S12U LM27 B380.1 AC4B LM6 B413.0 AC4A AC3A UK BS LM25 US AA 356.0 Japan JIS AC4C 239 239 233 230 230 226 Germany DIN Sweden SIS 4244 4253 4253 4253 4261 4261 4251 A-S7U3G 3601 7369 3048 A-S13 4514 A-S10G 3051 France NF A-S7G Italy UNI 3599

We cannot be held responsible for any possible errors, there is no exactitude in the alloy comparisons, but rather they indicate comparable alloys, Types.

47000

9 11

10

Stenal460 (light pressure).

A development of the most common pressure die casting alloy, AlSi9Cu3Fe, but with increased strength properties, produced by Stena Aluminium together with customers and other interested parties. Low iron content, of manganese valances and refined with strontium. Excellent high strength properties, good fatigue properties and good ductility. The alloy is a good alternative to primary aluminium alloys. Can be heat-treated.

Product description
Descriptions and pictures follow below of our products. All of our products can be delivered in the form of ingots or drops. The casting alloys can also be delivered in liquid form, which is the most cost-effective form of delivery for our customers. Normally, aluminium alloys for casting are delivered as ingots and deoxidization aluminium as drops. The ingots are stacked in lots, where two lots are bundled together for more efficient handlings. Drops are delivered in loose form on loading platforms or in big bags. All dimensions and weights are nominal, deviations may occur.

Chemical composition Material Si Fe Cu Mn Mg Cr Ni Zn Pb Sn Ti Sr Ca P Sb Min. % 8,70 0,50 2,70 0,30 0,35 0,05 0,030 Max % 9,40 0,60 3,30 0,40 0,45 0,30 1,20 0,20 0,10 0,10 0,05 0,003 0,002 0,005

Mechanical properties The standard deviation (1s) is given within parentheses - air-cooled (ac) and water-cooled (wc) for separately cast test bars Proof stress Rp0.2,MPa,min. Ac 220 (22) Wc 226 Tensile strength Elongation Rm,MPa, min A25m,% 361 (25) 352 (6) 2,8 (0,6) 2,6 (0,3) Brinell hardness HBm5/250, r.t N2(1) 118 123 110 107

Drops
Weight, g 70-120 Height, mm 35 Diameter Diameter bottom, mm top, mm 40 30

Ingots
Weight, kg 6,5 Height, mm 60 Length, mm 600 Width, mm 90

Mechanical properties - average value for both air-cooled and water-cooled test bars Proof stress Rp0.2,MPa,min. Ac+Wc 225 (11,3) Tensile strength Rm,MPa, min 357 (9,5) Elongation A25m,% 2,7 (0,26) Q,Rm+150 log A5 422

Lot (2 lots together)

Weight, kg 1 000 Height, mm 750 Length, mm 1 200 Width, mm 600

Other materials each max 0.05 % and in total max. 0.25 %. Note: The Sr content is higher for delivery-state ingots. For castings 150-300 ppm

Deoxidization aluminium.
Stena Aluminium also produces aluminium for deoxidization purposes. These products are also produced on the basis of customer-specific requirements, where the composition is predominantly based upon the aluminium content, for example 96% aluminium. These products are primarily delivered in big bags or on loading platforms.

11

12

Liquid aluminium deliveries.

Stena Aluminium is the first producer in the Nordic region to be able to deliver aluminium in liquid form, thus further helping our customers to increase their success and competitive strength. The concept of liquid aluminium deliveries involves large environmental and cost-related benefits. The liquid aluminium is delivered in large thermoses that maintain the heat during transport from the smelter to the customer. During transport, heat loss is approx. 5-9 degrees per hour, however, by leaving our smelter at a pre-adjusted temperature, the temperature upon arrival can be at the level the customer requires for his process. The thermoses contain approx. eight tons and in Sweden we can deliver up to three thermoses at a time. By delivering a full load of liquid aluminium, we save approx. 2 tons of greenhouse gas emissions, in comparison with deliver-

ing ingots. This is and will be an increasingly important competitive advantage There are both direct and long-term savings for the customer in using liquid aluminium deliveries instead of ingots, a number of which are mentioned below. Direct savings, effects Diminished metal loss. Diminished energy consumption. Less bound capital. Smaller handling costs. Diminished maintenance costs. Increased environmental savings. Long-term savings, effects. Diminished investment needs. Increased efficiency of existing space. Potential for quality improvements. More consistent metal temperature.

When delivery of liquid aluminium is taken in a thermos, the customer can use it in production directly through the tip station that the thermos is set up in. In this way, it is even possible to replace prior on-site furnaces with the thermos. Heating equipment can be connected up to the tip station to ensure that the temperature is kept at the right level according to the needs of the casting process. It is even possible to connect up magnetic stirring, which ensures that the metal circulates continuously, thereby increasing the homogeneity and consistency of the metal in the heat.

Stena Aluminium is the first producer in the Nordic region to be able to deliver aluminium in liquid form, thus further helping our customers to increase their success and competitive strength.

13 15

12