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AlSi.368.E.04
enhances the fluidity of casting alloys lowers the melting point for brazing alloys Although addition as elemental Silicon is possible, the use of a master alloy offers distinct advantages: shorter dissolution times alloying at lower temperatures higher accuracy to meet specified composition limits improved metal yield.
Product description
AlSi master alloys are available in notched waffle ingots of approximately 7 kg unit weight. The ingots are stacked on wooden pallets, strapped and shrink wrapped with plastic foil to protect the alloy against moisture. The master alloy is colour coded according to international standards. Each pallet carries a label showing the batch number and nominal alloy composition. AlSi25% 100x primary Si phase and Al-Si eutectic
Metallographic structure
The phase diagram indicates that Silicon is present in two forms: the primary Silicon crystals and the Aluminium-Silicon eutectic. The primary Silicon phase is uniformly dispersed in the eutectic matrix.
Storage
The alloys must be stored in a dry area to avoid excessive oxidation. A Material Safety Data Sheet is available.
Composition
In weight percent:
Master alloy
Si
Fe max.
Mn max.
Ca max.
AlSi25 AlSi50
0.40 0.50
0.15 0.15
0.10 0.15
0.05 0.05
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