VT machining offers CNC Milling for 5083 Aluminum (UNS A95083 / EN AW-5083), typically supplied O / H111 / H321. High-Mg marine alloy; strongest weldable non-heat-treatable grade.
CNC Milling Notes for 5083 Aluminum
5083 Aluminum mills well with conventional strategies; finishing passes are planned to meet flatness and finish callouts.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of 5083 Aluminum weighs about 0.27 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Milling 5083 Aluminum
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 340-850 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed per tooth | 0.035-0.14 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø10 mm end mill | 10820-24000 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO N — sharp, polished, uncoated or DLC |
| Coolant | Emulsion or MQL; polished uncoated or DLC tools |
| Thermal growth, 100 mm part, +10 °C | 23.8 µm (CTE 23.8 µm/m·K) |
Starting values for 5083 Aluminum, O / H111 / H321; optimised on the first article.
5083 Aluminum Data Relevant to CNC Milling
| Equivalent designations | UNS A95083 / EN AW-5083 |
|---|---|
| Key composition | Mg 4-4.9%, Mn 0.4-1% |
| Typical supply condition | O / H111 / H321 |
| Hardness (typical) | ~75 HB |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
How 5083 Aluminum Differs
High-Mg marine alloy; strongest weldable non-heat-treatable grade.
Typical applications: Shipbuilding, cryogenic tanks, tooling plate.
5083 Aluminum vs Similar Grades
| 5083 Aluminum | 5052 Aluminum | 5086 Aluminum | 5005 Aluminum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key composition | Mg 4-4.9%, Mn 0.4-1% | Mg 2.2-2.8%, Cr | Mg 3.5-4.5% | Mg 0.5-1.1% |
| Hardness | ~75 HB | ~60 HB | ~70 HB | ~45 HB |
| Tensile (MPa) | ~290-330 | ~230 | ~290 | ~160 |
| Typical use | Shipbuilding, cryogenic tanks, tooling plate | Sheet-metal enclosures, marine parts, fuel tanks | Boat hulls, marine structures | Architectural panels, anodised enclosures |
More on CNC Milling Aluminum
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc milling guidance for all aluminum grades are on our CNC Milling Aluminum page.
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Quoting CNC Milling 5083 Aluminum
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Milling 5083 Aluminum?
Achievable tolerances for 5083 Aluminum machining depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Milling holds positional and dimensional tolerances to around ±0.01 mm, tighter with precision setups. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.
Does CNC Milling 5083 Aluminum require dedicated tooling?
Most 5083 Aluminum machining work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Milling 5083 Aluminum?
We machine 5083 Aluminum across a broad size range; share your part envelope for confirmation.
What is CNC Milling 5083 Aluminum and how is it done?
CNC Milling 5083 Aluminum refers to multi-axis milling cutters remove material to produce prismatic features, pockets, slots and contoured 3D surfaces. Applied to 5083 Aluminum — lightweight with excellent machinability — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.