5052 Aluminum Coils — H32/H34/H38 Wide Coil & Slit Strip Supplier (AA 5052 / AlMg2.5)
HXM Aluminum supplies 5052 aluminum coils from 0.2–8.0 mm thick and up to 2,650 mm wide, in tempers O, H32, H34, H36, H38, H111, and H116 (marine certified). Coils are produced to AA 5052 / EN AW-5052 / DIN 3.3523 per ASTM B209 and EN 485-2 with full mill certificates. Whether you need wide mill coils for roll forming, slit narrow strip for stamping, or cut-to-length blanks, our coil program delivers marine-grade corrosion resistance for trailer siding, boat paneling, roofing, and automotive body sheet. In-line slitting, tension leveling, and PVC film available. MOQ: 3 tons. Get your coil quote in 24h →
5052 Aluminum Coil Product Specifications
| Product | 5052 aluminum coil (continuous cold-rolled strip coil) |
| Alloy designation | AA 5052 / EN AW-5052 / AlMg2.5 / DIN 3.3523 / GB 5052 |
| Thickness range | 0.2 – 8.0 mm (common stock: 0.5, 0.8, 1.0, 1.2, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0 mm) |
| Width range | 150 – 2,650 mm (mill width) · slit strip down to 12 mm |
| Coil inside diameter (ID) | 150 / 200 / 300 / 405 / 508 mm (20″ industry standard on request) |
| Coil outside diameter (OD) | Up to 1,800 mm |
| Coil weight | 0.5 – 5.0 tons per coil (by gauge & width) |
| Available tempers | O, H32, H34, H36, H38, H111, H116 / H321 (marine) |
| Standards | ASTM B209, EN 485-2, EN 573-3, GB/T 3880, JIS H4000 |
| Density | 2.68 g/cm³ (0.0975 lb/in³) |
| Coil orientation | Eye-to-wall (vertical) or eye-to-sky (horizontal) per customer line |
| Surface options | Mill finish, brushed, bright, embossed (stucco/barrel), PVC film |
| MOQ / Lead time | 3 tons per order / 7–25 days (stock coils ship in 7 days) |
| Certification | ISO 9001, SGS & BV inspection, EN 10204 3.1 mill certificate |
Running an uncoiler line with specific ID or max OD limits? Tell us your equipment spec and we will match coil dimensions exactly — contact our coil team.
Coil Dimensions, Weight & Tolerances
Standard Coil Configurations
| Thickness (mm) | Max Width (mm) | Typical ID (mm) | Max Coil Weight | Typical Customers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2–0.5 | 1,600 | 150 / 300 | 1.5 t | Foil stock, shielding, fin lines |
| 0.5–1.5 | 2,200 | 300 / 508 | 3 t | Roll formers, trailer skin, gutters |
| 1.5–3.0 | 2,650 | 508 | 5 t | Trailer siding, marine panel, roofing |
| 3.0–5.0 | 2,200 | 508 | 5 t | Truck body, structural panel |
| 5.0–8.0 | 1,800 | 508 | 4 t | Heavy panel, flooring |
Thickness & Width Tolerances (ASTM B209)
| Thickness | Thickness Tol. (≤1,250 mm wide) | Thickness Tol. (>1,250 mm) | Width Tol. (mill edge) | Width Tol. (slit edge) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2–0.5 mm | ±0.04 mm | ±0.05 mm | +10 / −0 mm | ±0.5 mm |
| 0.5–1.5 mm | ±0.05 mm | ±0.06 mm | +10 / −0 mm | ±0.3 mm |
| 1.5–3.0 mm | ±0.08 mm | ±0.10 mm | +12 / −0 mm | ±0.3 mm |
| 3.0–6.0 mm | ±0.15 mm | ±0.18 mm | +15 / −0 mm | ±0.5 mm |
Coil Weight per Meter (2.68 g/cm³)
| Thickness | 1,000 mm wide | 1,250 mm wide | 1,500 mm wide | 2,000 mm wide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mm | 1.34 kg/m | 1.68 kg/m | 2.01 kg/m | 2.68 kg/m |
| 1.0 mm | 2.68 kg/m | 3.35 kg/m | 4.02 kg/m | 5.36 kg/m |
| 1.5 mm | 4.02 kg/m | 5.03 kg/m | 6.03 kg/m | 8.04 kg/m |
| 2.0 mm | 5.36 kg/m | 6.70 kg/m | 8.04 kg/m | 10.72 kg/m |
| 3.0 mm | 8.04 kg/m | 10.05 kg/m | 12.06 kg/m | 16.08 kg/m |
For coils slit narrower than 200 mm, see the dedicated 5052 aluminum strip page with tight-tolerance options down to ±0.05 mm width.
Chemical Composition of 5052 Coil Stock (wt. %)
| Element | Min | Max | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnesium (Mg) | 2.2 | 2.8 | Solid-solution strengthener; corrosion backbone |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.15 | 0.35 | Grain control during rolling |
| Silicon (Si) | — | 0.25 | Impurity |
| Iron (Fe) | — | 0.40 | Impurity |
| Copper (Cu) | — | 0.10 | Controlled low for corrosion |
| Manganese (Mn) | — | 0.10 | Minor |
| Zinc (Zn) | — | 0.10 | Impurity |
| Others (each) | — | 0.05 | — |
| Aluminum | Balance | Base | |
Identical chemistry whether you buy coil, flat sheet, or strip — 5052 is a non-heat-treatable Al-Mg alloy. Coil rolling strain-hardens the metal, so temper is controlled by final cold reduction plus stabilization anneal (H3x tempers). Compare with other common coil alloys in our 3003 vs 5052 guide.
Mechanical Properties of 5052 Coil by Temper
| Temper | Tensile (MPa) | Yield (MPa) | Elongation A50 (%) | Cupping / Erichsen (mm) | Coil Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O | 170–215 | ≥65 | ≥19 | ~9.0 | Deep drawing, complex stampings |
| H32 | 215–265 | ≥160 | ≥10 | ~7.5 | Roll forming, trailer skin, general |
| H34 | 235–285 | ≥180 | ≥8 | ~6.5 | Structural panels, profiles |
| H36 | 255–305 | ≥200 | ≥5 | ~5.5 | Rigid high-strength flat coil |
| H38 | 270–320 | ≥220 | ≥4 | ~4.5 | Full-hard: springs, blades, venetian |
| H111 | 185–230 | ≥90 | ≥16 | ~8.0 | Marine formed panels (EN) |
| H116 / H321 | 220–270 | ≥130 | ≥12 | ~7.0 | Welded marine structure |
Data per ASTM B209 / EN 485-2 for 0.5–3 mm coil. Roll-forming note: H32 forms clean profiles at 1.5–2.5×t bend radii; use O or H111 temper if your profile has tight radii or deep draws. Welded coil seams retain 88–96% strength — see the aluminum welding guide for filler and parameter selection.
Why Buy 5052 in Coil Instead of Cut Sheet
- Continuous production: uncoiler → roll former / press → cut-off runs without sheet-by-sheet handling — typically 3–5× higher line output for panel and trailer-skin makers
- Lower cost per kg: coil avoids the cutting and stacking premium of cut-to-length sheet; nested stamping from coil reduces scrap 10–20%
- Better flatness control: tension leveling on coil lines delivers flatter material than sheared sheet for visible panels
- One weld, endless length: marine decking, roofing, and gutter lines need continuous feed; coil is the only practical format
- In-line processing: we can slit, emboss (stucco/barrel pattern for trailer interiors), apply PVC film, or pre-brush the coil before shipping
If your operation handles flat stock instead, our 5052 sheet & plate page covers cut-to-size blanks up to 300 mm thick.
Coil Slitting & Processing Services
| Service | Capability | Tolerance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slitting (multi-strand) | 12 – 2,650 mm widths from master coil | ±0.1–0.5 mm width | Up to 32 strands per pass; camber ≤1 mm / 10 m |
| Cut-to-length (CTL) | 500 – 12,000 mm sheets | ±1 mm length | Levels and cuts coil into flat blanks |
| Tension leveling | 0.3 – 4.0 mm | I-units < 10 | Removes coil set & crossbow |
| Embossing | Stucco / barrel / diamond | — | Popular for trailer interiors & refrigerator liners |
| PVC film lamination | Laser / PE / deep-draw grades | — | Protects surface through forming & transit |
| Recoiling / oscillation | Custom ID, traverse-wound | — | Match your uncoiler mandrel |
| Annealing / re-anneal | Batch & continuous | — | O-temper or partial softening to spec |
Slit coils narrower than 200 mm with tighter tolerance requirements belong to our 5052 strip program — including deburred and rounded edge conditions for stamping and cable armor.
Applications of 5052 Aluminum Coil
Trailer & RV Siding
Corrugated and smooth roll-formed panels — 0.8–2 mm H32, salt-resistant for road spray.
Marine Paneling
Boat sides, decking, cabin lining in H116; weldable with ER5356.
Roofing & Cladding
Standing-seam, corrugated, and composite panel facing near coastlines.
Automotive Body Sheet
Van side panels, parcel shelves, heat shields.
HVAC & Ducting
Moisture-resistant duct wrap, housings, marine HVAC.
Stamping Blanks
Continuous-blank feed for brackets, clips, deep-drawn parts in O/H32.
Marine Grade 5052-H116 Coil: What Certification Means
Coil ordered for welded marine structure should be specified as 5052-H116 or H321 — the tempers qualified under ASTM B928 with intergranular corrosion (ASTM G66/G67) test reports. Ordinary H32 may look identical in the warehouse but lacks the sensitization control that prevents intergranular attack in seawater weld zones. HXM supplies H116 coil with heat-number-matched test certificates accepted by DNV, LR, and ABS surveyors. Details in our corrosion resistance guide and the 5052 vs 5083 marine comparison.
5052 Coil vs Other Coil Alloys
| Property | 5052-H32 Coil | 3003-H14 Coil | 5083-H116 Coil | 6061 Coil* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength (MPa) | 215–265 | 130–165 | 280–340 | ≤150 (before forming) |
| Yield strength (MPa) | ≥160 | ≥115 | ≥210 | ≥85 |
| Saltwater corrosion | Excellent | Good | Excellent | Fair |
| Deep drawing | Very good | Excellent | Fair | Fair |
| Roll forming | Excellent | Excellent | Good | Excellent (soft) |
| Typical premium vs 3003 | +8–12% | baseline | +20–30% | +15% |
*6061 is supplied in coil only in thin soft temper for subsequent heat treatment after forming — see our 6061 coil page. For most corrosion-exposed coil work, 5052-H32 offers the best strength-to-cost balance (full 3003 vs 5052 analysis).
Quality Assurance & Mill Certificates
| Quality system | ISO 9001:2015 — rolling, slitting, inspection |
| Mill certificate | EN 10204 3.1: chemistry + mechanicals per heat/lot |
| Marine H116 | ASTM B928 + intergranular corrosion test (G66/G67) report |
| Third-party inspection | SGS / BV / TÜV / CCIC on request |
| Coil inspection | Thickness continuous gauging, edge camber, surface class A/B |
| Traceability | Heat number stenciled on coil eye & ID tag |
About HXM Aluminum: 15 years exporting aluminum coil, strip, sheet, and bar to 60+ countries with 50,000+ tons shipped.
Coil Packaging, Orientation & Shipping
- Eye-to-wall (vertical): coils stood on edge on wooden saddles — standard for roll-form lines and container loading density
- Eye-to-sky (horizontal): coils lying flat on wooden cradles — for stamping presses and slitting lines; recommended for >3 t coils
- Protection: inner & outer edge guards, circumferential padding, VCI anti-rust paper, stretch wrap, steel strapping
- Container loading: 20ft (max ~26 t, eye-to-sky) / 40ft HC load plan issued before shipment
- Trade terms: FOB Shanghai/Ningbo, CFR, CIF, DDP; 7-day dispatch on stock coils
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5052 Aluminum Coil — Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 5052 aluminum coil used for?
5052 aluminum coil is the feedstock for continuous manufacturing: roll-formed trailer and RV siding, marine boat paneling, standing-seam roofing near the coast, automotive body panels, HVAC ducting, and stamping operations that feed blanks progressively from coil. Its 2.5% magnesium content gives saltwater corrosion resistance and weldability that 3xxx coil cannot match, at a moderate price premium.
What thickness and width can I get in 5052 coil?
Standard production is 0.2–8.0 mm thick and up to 2,650 mm mill width, slit down to 12 mm. Coils are supplied on 150/200/300/405/508 mm IDs (20-inch standard) with OD up to 1,800 mm and coil weights to 5 tons. We match coil dimensions to your uncoiler or press feed specification.
What is the difference between 5052-H32 and 5052-H116 coil?
Both are strain-hardened and stabilized, but H116 is the marine-qualified condition per ASTM B928: the mill controls sensitization and tests each lot for intergranular corrosion resistance (ASTM G66/G67). Order H116 (or H321) whenever the coil will be welded into seawater-exposed structure — boat hulls, tanks, dock hardware. H32 suits non-welded or inland service at lower cost.
Can you slit 5052 coil into narrow strips?
Yes — multi-strand slitting from 12 mm width upward with ±0.1–0.5 mm width tolerance, camber under 1 mm per 10 m, and edge conditioning (slit, deburred, or rounded). Narrow coils under 200 mm are handled under our dedicated 5052 aluminum strip program with tighter tolerance options.
Is 5052 or 3003 coil better for my application?
Choose 5052 when strength (215–265 MPa vs 130–165 MPa), saltwater corrosion resistance, or weldability matters — trailers, marine, tanks. Choose 3003 for cost-sensitive interior parts, cookware, and simple HVAC where its superior deep-draw formality and lower price win. Our 3003 vs 5052 comparison includes side-by-side property tables.
What does eye-to-wall and eye-to-sky mean for coil shipping?
It describes coil orientation. Eye-to-wall = coil standing on its edge (axis horizontal); best container density and standard for roll-forming lines. Eye-to-sky = coil lying flat (axis vertical); required by many slitting lines and press feeds, and safer for coils over ~3 tons. Tell us which your shop needs and we pack and load accordingly.
How do you calculate 5052 coil weight?
Weight = thickness (mm) × width (mm) × length (m) × 2.68 kg/m³/1000. Example: 1.0 mm × 1,250 mm coil, one kilometer long = 1.0 × 1250 × 1000 × 2.68 / 1000 = 3,350 kg. Density for 5052 is 2.68 g/cm³ — use this exact figure (not generic 2.70) for freight calculations.
Can 5052 coil be welded?
Excellent weldability by MIG/TIG with 88–96% joint efficiency because 5052 is non-heat-treatable — the weld zone keeps nearly full strength. Use ER5356 filler (ER5183 for maximum strength), avoid ER4043 in saltwater service. Full procedures and parameters are in our aluminum welding guide.
Does 5052 coil need painting or coating for outdoor use?
Bare 5052 resists salt spray for years and many trailers and boats use it unpainted or clear-coated. For architectural or branded panels, 5052 accepts polyester/PVDF coil coating, anodizing, and brushing exceptionally well — see our anodizing guide. Painting is aesthetic choice, not a corrosion necessity.
What is your MOQ and lead time for 5052 coil?
MOQ is 3 tons per order (mixed gauges OK). Stock coils in common 0.5–3.0 mm H32 ship in 7 days; custom-width mill rolling takes 15–25 days; slitting adds 3–5 days. FOB Shanghai/Ningbo or CFR/CIF/DDP worldwide.
How is 5052 coil priced?
Coil price = LME aluminum ingot + processing premium that varies with thickness, width, temper, slitting, and quantity. 5052 typically runs 8–12% above 3003 and below 5083. Send gauge, width, ID, temper, and tonnage via the quote form for a firm offer valid 5 days — response within 24 hours.
What certificates come with 5052 coil shipments?
Every coil ships with an EN 10204 3.1 mill certificate listing chemistry and mechanicals by heat number. H116 marine coil adds the ASTM B928 / G66-G67 intergranular corrosion report. ISO 9001:2015 covers the quality system, and SGS/BV/TÜV inspection can be arranged before loading.
