Elektron® AZ80

AZ80A is a high-performance, low-density wrought magnesium base alloy composed of aluminium, zinc, and manganese.

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AZ80A Extruded Magnesium Alloy – With a density approximately 30% less than similar aluminium alloys, AZ80A offers significant weight savings for designers. It is specifically engineered for use as CNC machining bar stock, available in various shapes including round, square, rectangular, and custom solid configurations.

This lightweight alloy is available as balls, extruded rods, bars, tubes and profiles to produce components that have strength and ductility in demanding environments, as well as a controlled dissolution rate that will effectively dissolve the component.

  • Standard: ASTM B107-13
  • Werkstoff: 3.5812.08

AZ80A is ideal for high-performance applications where weight reduction is critical. Common uses include:

  • Man-portable optics
  • Munitions
  • Motorsport
  • Aerospace
  • Space
  • General structural applications

  • Specific Gravity: 1.8 g/cm3
  • Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 26 x 10^-6 K^-1
  • Thermal Conductivity: 78 W/m·K
  • Specific Heat: 1050 J/kg·K
  • Electrical Resistivity: 145 nΩ·m
  • Modulus of Elasticity: 44 GPa
  • Poisson’s Ratio: 0.326
  • Melting Range: 540 – 640˚C
  • Damping Index: 0.09
  • Brinell Hardness: 70-90s

AZ80 machines faster than any other metal, making it highly efficient for CNC machining.

Corrosion rate: <30 mpy

AZ80 can undergo various surface treatments, including anodising with treatments such as:

  • Keronite®
  • Tagnite®
  • MagOxid®

Additionally, hexavalent chromium-free conversion coatings are available, such as:

  • Alodine® 160/161
  • Surtec® 650
  • Metalast® TCP-HF
  • Oxsilan® MG 0611
  • Gardobond® X4729
  • MagPass®

Like all magnesium alloys, AZ80 can be painted or coated using conventional methods. For further details and specific application advice, please refer to the full technical datasheet or contact our technical support team.

Downloads and support

Elektron AZ80A datasheet

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    Thibaut leverages a deep engineering foundation and a decade of sales expertise at Luxfer to support the Aerospace and Defense industries. Specializing in Magnesium Castings across European and Asian markets, he ensures that design engineers can confidently select the right materials to meet the rigorous demands of next-generation technology.