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Density of Aluminium

This table provides density data for common aluminum alloy materials, including conversions for units such as g/cm³, kg/cm³, lb/in³ and kg/m³, facilitating engineering calculations and material selection reference.

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Aluminum Alloys Density Reference Table
AlloyGermany (DIN)US (AA)UK (BS)ENISODensity (g/cm³)Density (g/mm³)Density (kg/cm³)Density (kg/mm³)Density (kg/m³)Density (t/m³)Density (lb/in³)Density (lb/ft³)
1050Al99.510501BEN AW-1050ISO Al 99.52.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027052.7100.0977168.87
1060Al99.610601AEN AW-1060ISO Al 99.62.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027052.7100.0977168.87
1100Al99.0Cu11001CEN AW-1100ISO Al 99.0Cu2.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
1145Al99.45Cu1145-EN AW-1145ISO Al 99.452.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
1175-1175---2.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
1200-1200-EN AW-1200ISO Al 99.02.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
1230-1230---2.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
1235-1235-EN AW-1235-2.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027052.7100.0977168.87
1345-1345---2.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027052.7100.0977168.87
1350-1350-EN AW-1350ISO Al 99.5E2.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027052.7100.0977168.87
2011AlCuBiPb2011FC1EN AW-2011ISO Al-Cu6BiPb2.8300.0028300.0028300.00000283028302.8300.1022176.67
2014AlCu4SiMg2014H15EN AW-2014ISO Al-Cu4SiMg2.8000.0028000.0028000.00000280028002.8000.1012174.80
2017AlCu4MgSi2017H14EN AW-2017ISO Al-Cu4MgSi2.7900.0027900.0027900.00000279027902.7900.1008174.17
2018AlCu2Mg1.5Ni2018--ISO Al-Cu2Mg1.5Ni2.8200.0028200.0028200.00000282028202.8200.1019176.05
2024AlCu4Mg12024L97/L98EN AW-2024ISO Al-Cu4Mg12.7800.0027800.0027800.00000278027802.7800.1004173.55
2025-2025---2.8100.0028100.0028100.00000281028102.8100.1015175.42
2036-2036---2.7500.0027500.0027500.00000275027502.7500.0994171.68
2117-2117---2.7500.0027500.0027500.00000275027502.7500.0994171.68
2124-2124---2.7800.0027800.0027800.00000278027802.7800.1004173.55
2218-2218---2.8100.0028100.0028100.00000281028102.8100.1015175.42
2219AlCu6Mn2219-EN AW-2219ISO Al-Cu6Mn2.8400.0028400.0028400.00000284028402.8400.1026177.30
2618AlCu2Mg1.5Ni2618-EN AW-2618ISO Al-Cu2Mg1.5Ni2.7600.0027600.0027600.00000276027602.7600.0997172.30
3003AlMn1Cu3003N3EN AW-3003ISO Al-Mn1Cu2.7300.0027300.0027300.00000273027302.7300.0986170.43
3004AlMn1Mg13004N4EN AW-3004ISO Al-Mn1Mg12.7200.0027200.0027200.00000272027202.7200.0983169.80
3005AlMn1Mg0.53005N41EN AW-3005ISO Al-Mn1Mg0.52.7300.0027300.0027300.00000273027302.7300.0986170.43
3105-3105-EN AW-3105ISO Al-Mn0.5Mg0.52.7200.0027200.0027200.00000272027202.7200.0983169.80
4032AlSi12.5MgCuNi4032LM18/LM20EN AW-4032ISO Al-Si12.5MgCuNi2.6800.0026800.0026800.00000268026802.6800.0968167.31
4043AlSi54043N21EN AW-4043ISO Al-Si52.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
4045AlSi104045-EN AW-4045ISO Al-Si102.6700.0026700.0026700.00000267026702.6700.0965166.68
4047AlSi124047N32EN AW-4047ISO Al-Si122.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
4145-4145-EN AW-4145ISO Al-Si10Cu42.7400.0027400.0027400.00000274027402.7400.0990171.05
4343AlSi7.54343-EN AW-4343ISO Al-Si7.52.6800.0026800.0026800.00000268026802.6800.0968167.31
4643-4643-EN AW-4643ISO Al-Si4Mg2.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
5005AlMg15005N41EN AW-5005ISO Al-Mg12.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
5050AlMg1.55050N5EN AW-5050ISO Al-Mg1.52.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
5052AlMg2.55052N5EN AW-5052ISO Al-Mg2.52.6800.0026800.0026800.00000268026802.6800.0968167.31
5056AlMg55056N6EN AW-5056ISO Al-Mg52.6400.0026400.0026400.00000264026402.6400.0954164.81
5083AlMg4.5Mn0.75083N8EN AW-5083ISO Al-Mg4.5Mn0.72.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
5086AlMg45086N51EN AW-5086ISO Al-Mg42.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
5154AlMg3.55154N5EN AW-5154ISO Al-Mg3.52.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
5183AlMg4.5Mn0.75183N8EN AW-5183ISO Al-Mg4.5Mn0.72.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
5252-5252-EN AW-5252ISO Al-Mg2.5Cr2.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
5254AlMg3.5Mn5254-EN AW-5254ISO Al-Mg3.5Mn2.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
5356AlMg5Cr5356N6EN AW-5356ISO Al-Mg5Cr2.6400.0026400.0026400.00000264026402.6400.0954164.81
5454AlMg3Mn5454N51EN AW-5454ISO Al-Mg3Mn2.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
5456AlMg5Mn15456N61EN AW-5456ISO Al-Mg5Mn12.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
5457-5457-EN AW-5457ISO Al-Mg1Si12.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
5554-5554-EN AW-5554ISO Al-Mg3Mn2.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
5556AlMg5Cr5556N6EN AW-5556ISO Al-Mg5Cr2.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
5652-5652-EN AW-5652ISO Al-Mg2.52.6700.0026700.0026700.00000267026702.6700.0965166.68
5654-5654-EN AW-5654ISO Al-Mg3.5Mn2.6600.0026600.0026600.00000266026602.6600.0961166.06
5657-5657-EN AW-5657ISO Al-Mg12.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
5754-5754-EN AW-5754-2.6700.0026700.0026700.00000267026702.6700.0970167.86
6003-6003-EN AW-6003ISO Al-Si1.5Mn2.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
6005AlSiMg6005H9EN AW-6005ISO Al-SiMg2.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
6053-6053-EN AW-6053ISO Al-Mg0.7Si0.42.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
6060AlMgSi0.56060H9EN AW-6060ISO Al-Mg0.5Si2.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
6063AlMgSi0.56063H9EN AW-6063ISO Al-Mg0.7Si2.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
6066AlMg1Si1Cu6066H11EN AW-6066ISO Al-Mg1Si1Cu2.7200.0027200.0027200.00000272027202.7200.0983169.80
6070-6070-EN AW-6070ISO Al-Mg0.8Si1.32.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
6082-6082-EN AW-6082-2.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
6101AlMgSi0.56101H10EN AW-6101ISO Al-Mg0.5Si0.52.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
6105-6105-EN AW-6105ISO Al-Si0.6Mg0.72.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
6151-6151-EN AW-6151ISO Al-Si0.6Mg0.6Cu2.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
6162-6162-EN AW-6162ISO Al-Mg0.8Si0.92.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
6201AlMgSi0.76201-EN AW-6201ISO Al-Mg0.7Si0.32.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
6262-6262-EN AW-6262ISO Al-Mg1Si0.8Pb0.8Bi0.82.7200.0027200.0027200.00000272027202.7200.0983169.80
6351AlSi1Mg0.5Mn6351H30EN AW-6351ISO Al-Si1Mg0.5Mn2.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
6463-6463-EN AW-6463ISO Al-Mg0.7Si0.32.6900.0026900.0026900.00000269026902.6900.0972167.93
6951-6951-EN AW-6951ISO Al-Mg0.8Si0.7Cu2.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56
7005AlZn4.5Mg1.5Mn7005-EN AW-7005ISO Al-Zn4.5Mg1.5Mn2.7800.0027800.0027800.00000278027802.7800.1004173.55
7008-7008-EN AW-7008ISO Al-Zn5Mg2.7800.0027800.0027800.00000278027802.7800.1004173.55
7049-7049-EN AW-7049ISO Al-Zn8MgCu2.8400.0028400.0028400.00000284028402.8400.1026177.30
7050AlZn6CuMgZr7050-EN AW-7050ISO Al-Zn6CuMgZr2.8300.0028300.0028300.00000283028302.8300.1022176.67
7072AlZn17072N3EN AW-7072ISO Al-Zn12.7200.0027200.0027200.00000272027202.7200.0983169.80
7075AlZn5.5MgCu7075H41EN AW-7075ISO Al-Zn5.5MgCu2.8100.0028100.0028100.00000281028102.8100.1015175.42
7175AlZn5.5MgCu7175H41EN AW-7175ISO Al-Zn5.5MgCu2.8000.0028000.0028000.00000280028002.8000.1012174.80
7178AlZn7MgCu7178H42EN AW-7178ISO Al-Zn7MgCu2.8300.0028300.0028300.00000283028302.8300.1022176.67
7475-7475-EN AW-7475ISO Al-Zn5.5MgCu2.8100.0028100.0028100.00000281028102.8100.1015175.42
8006-8006-EN AW-8006ISO Al-Fe1.4Si0.62.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
8011-8011-EN AW-8011ISO Al-Fe0.7Si0.92.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
8017-8017-EN AW-8017ISO Al-Fe1.3Si2.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
8030-8030-EN AW-8030ISO Al-Fe0.8Si0.32.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
8176-8176-EN AW-8176ISO Al-Fe2Si2.7100.0027100.0027100.00000271027102.7100.0979169.18
8177-8177-EN AW-8177ISO Al-Fe0.7Si0.32.7000.0027000.0027000.00000270027002.7000.0975168.56

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What is the Density of Aluminum?

Aluminum is one of the most widely used metals in modern industry, with its density being a crucial physical property for engineering calculations and material selection. This comprehensive guide provides detailed information about aluminum density, including pure aluminum and various alloy compositions.

Density is a measure of the mass per unit volume of a material. It is commonly expressed in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³) or kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³). The density of pure aluminum at room temperature (20°C) is typically 2.70 g/cm³(equivalent to 2700 kg/m³). In industrial applications, aluminum is often used in alloyed forms, where its density can range from2.6 g/cm³ to 2.9 g/cm³depending on the types and proportions of alloying elements.

Aluminum's low density means thatfor the same volume, its mass is lighter. This is crucial for weight-sensitive applications:

  • Transportation: Reducing the weight of vehicles directlylowers fuel consumption and emissions.
  • Aerospace: Lightweighting enableshigher payloads and longer range. Approximately 70% of a modern passenger aircraft's structural weight comes from aluminum and its alloys.
  • Sustainability: Aluminum is easily recyclable, with the energy required for recycling being only about 5% of that needed for primary aluminum production, making it an environmentally friendly material choice.

Although aluminum itself is relatively soft, through alloying and appropriate heat treatment, aluminum alloys can achievehigh strength. Theirspecific strength (strength-to-density ratio)often exceeds that of many steels, perfectly balancing lightweight and structural strength requirements.

How to Calculate the Density of Aluminum

Calculating the density of aluminum follows the fundamental physical formula:Density (ρ) = Mass (m) / Volume (V).

Calculation Steps

  1. Measuring Mass (m): Use a balance or scale to directly measure the mass of the aluminum sample.
  2. Measuring Volume (V): The method depends on the shape:
    • Regular shapes(e.g., plates, rods, tubes): Calculate volume by measuring dimensions. For example, Volume of a cuboid = Length × Width × Height; Volume of a cylinder = π × (Radius)² × Height.
    • Irregular shapes: Commonly use the water displacement method (Archimedes' principle) to measure the volume of displaced water.
  3. Calculating Density (ρ): After obtaining mass (in g or kg) and volume (in cm³ or m³), substitute them into the formula. Ensure units are consistent.

Weight Estimation in Engineering:

In engineering, the weight of aluminum materials is often calculated directly using the density formula:

  • Weight of Aluminum Plate (kg) = Thickness (mm) × Width (m) × Length (m) × Density (2.7)
  • Weight of Aluminum Round Rod (kg) = π × (Diameter/2)² × Length (m) × Density (2.7)

Reference Table for Common Aluminum Alloy Densities

Alloy SeriesTypical GradesMain Alloying ElementsDensity (g/cm³)Key Properties & Applications
1000 Series1050/1060/107099%+ Aluminum (Industrial Pure Al)2.70-2.71High purity, excellent electrical/thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance. Commonly used for electrical materials, heat exchangers, food packaging, chemical equipment piping.
2000 Series2024/2014/2017Copper (Cu) as primary alloying element2.76-2.80High strength-to-weight ratio, excellent machinability, heat treatable. Widely used in aerospace, aircraft structures, military applications, and high-stress components.
3000 Series3003/3004/3105Manganese (Mn) as primary alloying element2.72-2.73Good formability, moderate strength, excellent corrosion resistance. Common applications include cookware, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and architectural panels.
5000 Series5052/5083/5754Magnesium (Mg) as primary alloying element2.66-2.70Excellent corrosion resistance, good weldability, moderate to high strength. Used in marine applications, automotive panels, pressure vessels, and architectural structures.
6000 Series6061/6082/6005Magnesium (Mg) and Silicon (Si)2.69-2.70Good strength-to-weight ratio, excellent extrudability, heat treatable. Widely used in structural applications, automotive components, bicycle frames, and architectural extrusions.
6063 Series6063/6063AMagnesium (Mg) and Silicon (Si) - optimized for extrusion2.69Excellent extrudability, good surface finish, moderate strength. Primary choice for architectural extrusions, window frames, door frames, and decorative applications.
7000 Series7075/7050/7020Zinc (Zn) as primary alloying element2.80-2.85Highest strength among aluminum alloys, excellent fatigue resistance, heat treatable. Used in aerospace, high-performance automotive, sports equipment, and military applications.

Factors Affecting the Density of Aluminum

The density of aluminum is not fixed and is primarily influenced by the following factors:

Alloying Elements (Primary Factor):

Adding different elements to aluminum significantly alters its density.

Decrease Density:

Decrease Density: Adding lighter elements like Lithium (Li), Magnesium (Mg), Silicon (Si). For instance,aluminum-lithium alloys, containing lightweight lithium, can have densities as low as 2.4-2.6 g/cm³.

Increase Density:

Increase Density: Adding heavier elements like Copper (Cu), Zinc (Zn), Manganese (Mn), Nickel (Ni). For example, 2024 alloy (high copper content) has a density of ~2.78 g/cm³, and 7075 alloy (high zinc content) has a density of ~2.81 g/cm³.

Processing Techniques

Casting: Different casting methods (sand casting, die casting, investment casting) can affect the final density due to variations in porosity and grain structure. Die casting typically produces denser parts with fewer voids.

Deformation Processing: Rolling, extrusion, and forging can increase density by reducing porosity and refining the microstructure. Cold working generally results in higher density than hot working.

Heat Treatment: Solution treatment, aging, and annealing processes can influence density through changes in precipitate formation and grain structure. Proper heat treatment optimizes both mechanical properties and density.

Temperature Effects

Temperature significantly affects aluminum density through thermal expansion. As temperature increases, aluminum expands and its density decreases. At room temperature (20°C), pure aluminum has a density of 2.70 g/cm³. The coefficient of thermal expansion for aluminum is approximately 23.1 × 10⁻⁶ /°C, meaning density decreases by about 0.006% per degree Celsius increase.

Porosity Effects

Porosity significantly reduces aluminum density by introducing voids and air pockets within the material structure. Even small amounts of porosity can have measurable effects on density. Typical porosity levels in aluminum castings range from 1-5%, which can reduce density by 0.03-0.14 g/cm³. Porosity is influenced by casting parameters, cooling rates, and gas content during processing.

Aluminum Density Comparison with Other Metals

MaterialDensity (g/cm³)Ratio to AluminumKey Characteristics
Aluminum (Pure)~2.701.00Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, excellent conductivity
Magnesium Alloy1.74-1.840.65-0.68High strength, corrosion-resistant, magnetic
Titanium4.40-4.851.63-1.8High strength, magnetic, corrosion-resistant
Carbon Steel~7.852.91High strength, magnetic, prone to corrosion
Stainless Steel7.75-7.932.87-2.94Corrosion-resistant, high strength, non-magnetic grades available
Pure Copper~8.963.32Excellent electrical/thermal conductivity, antimicrobial
Brass8.40-8.703.11-3.22Good machinability, decorative appeal, corrosion-resistant
Zinc Alloy6.60-7.202.44-2.67Good castability, moderate strength, galvanizing applications
Pure Lead~11.344.20Very heavy, soft, radiation shielding, toxic concerns

Aluminum's density is approximately 1/3 that of steel and copper, making it an excellent choice for weight-sensitive applications. Compared to magnesium alloys (1.74-1.84 g/cm³), aluminum offers better strength and corrosion resistance while maintaining reasonable weight advantages.

Practical Applications of Aluminum Density

Aerospace Industry

Weight reduction is critical for fuel efficiency and payload capacity. Aluminum's low density enables lighter aircraft structures while maintaining structural integrity.

Packaging Industry

Lightweight aluminum cans and foils reduce transportation costs and environmental impact while providing excellent barrier properties.

Construction and Architecture

Lower structural loads, reduced foundation requirements, and easier handling during installation make aluminum ideal for modern building applications.

Electronics and Heat Dissipation

Aluminum's combination of low density and high thermal conductivity makes it perfect for heat sinks, electronic enclosures, and thermal management solutions.

Sports and Recreation

From bicycle frames to tennis rackets, aluminum's lightweight properties enhance performance and reduce user fatigue in sporting equipment.

Conclusion

Aluminum's density characteristics (pure aluminum: 2.7 g/cm³, alloys: 2.6-2.9 g/cm³) make it an exceptional material for applications requiring the optimal balance of strength, weight, and performance. Its lightweight nature, combined with excellent corrosion resistance, formability, and recyclability, positions aluminum as a cornerstone material in modern engineering.