5356 aluminum GTAW (TIG) welding alloy is an all-position, non-heat treatable alloy used to weld the 5XXX series alloys when 40,000 psi tensile strength is not a requirement. Alloy 5356 is a very good all-purpose alloy. It is the most widely used of all aluminum/silicon filler metals.

Features

• Designed for welding non-heat treatable base alloys, specifically 5XXX series alloys
• Welds 5XXX series alloys when 40,000 psi tensile strength is not required
• Very good general purpose wie
• Most widely used aluminum welding alloy
• Common applications are welding of boats/ships, bicycles, trucks, pressure vessels and automotive parts
• Tensile strength of 39,000 psi (as welded on base plate of 5086)
• White (post anodized) color
• All position, except vertical down welding
• Embossed with model number on each end for easy identification after use