BS 1490 · Al-Si-Mg alloy
LM9 Aluminium Alloy Ingot
Heat-treatable Al-Si-Mg alloy combining the fluidity of LM6 with higher strength after heat treatment.
Chemical Composition
| Element | Composition (%) |
|---|---|
| Si | 10.0 – 13.0 |
| Mg | 0.2 – 0.6 |
| Mn | 0.3 – 0.7 |
| Al | Balance |
Mechanical & Physical Properties
Tensile strength
≈ 300 MPa (heat treated)
Fluidity
Excellent
Applications
Stressed castingsAutomotive componentsEngineering parts
Advantages
- Heat treatable
- Strong
- Good fluidity