5356 aluminum GTAW (TIG) welding alloy is an all-position, non-heat treatable alloy used to weld the 5XXX series alloys when 40,000 psi tensile strength is not a requirement. Alloy 5356 is a very good all-purpose alloy. It is the most widely used of all aluminum/silicon filler metals.
Features
- Designed for welding non-heat treatable base alloys, specifically 5XXX series alloys
- Welds 5XXX series alloys when 40,000 psi tensile strength is not required
- Very good general purpose wire
- Most widely used aluminum welding alloy
- Common applications are welding of boats/ships, bicycles, trucks, pressure vessels and automotive parts
- Tensile strength of 39,000 psi (as welded on base plate of 5086)
- White (post anodized) color
- All position, except vertical down welding
- Embossed with model number on each end for easy identification after use
