VT machining offers CNC Bending for 5052 Aluminum (UNS A95052 / EN AW-5052), typically supplied H32. Highest strength of non-heat-treatable sheet alloys with good bendability.
CNC Bending Notes for 5052 Aluminum
5052 Aluminum bends to a tight inside radius (about 1× thickness) in this condition.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of 5052 Aluminum weighs about 0.27 kg.
Process Data for CNC Bending 5052 Aluminum
| Minimum inside bend radius | ~0.5 × t (across the grain) |
|---|---|
| Press force, 2 mm sheet, V16 die | ~8.3 t per metre |
| Typical springback at 90° | 1-2° |
| Angle tolerance | ±0.5° (CNC back-gauge, angle measurement on first part) |
Typical values for 5052 Aluminum, H32; confirmed on the first part.
5052 Aluminum Data Relevant to CNC Bending
| Equivalent designations | UNS A95052 / EN AW-5052 |
|---|---|
| Typical supply condition | H32 |
| Hardness (typical) | ~60 HB |
| Tensile strength | ~230 MPa |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
More on CNC Bending Aluminum
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc bending guidance for all aluminum grades are on our CNC Bending Aluminum page.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Why is 5052 Aluminum a good choice for CNC Bending?
5052 Aluminum is lightweight with excellent machinability, which makes it well suited to CNC Bending. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 5052 Aluminum forming part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Bending 5052 Aluminum?
We form 5052 Aluminum sheet and plate to your developed flat pattern and bend sequence.
What is CNC Bending 5052 Aluminum and how is it done?
CNC Bending 5052 Aluminum refers to cNC bending forms sheet metal to precise angles using a programmed press brake and back-gauge. Applied to 5052 Aluminum — lightweight with excellent machinability — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
What surface finish is achievable on 5052 Aluminum with CNC Bending?
Surface finish on 5052 Aluminum is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Does CNC Bending 5052 Aluminum require dedicated tooling?
Most 5052 Aluminum forming work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Bending 5052 Aluminum?
Achievable tolerances for 5052 Aluminum forming depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. We hold tight, repeatable tolerances appropriate to the feature and material. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.