VT machining offers CNC Milling for 5086 Aluminum (UNS A95086 / EN AW-5086), typically supplied H32 / H116. Between 5052 and 5083 in strength; excellent seawater resistance.
CNC Milling Notes for 5086 Aluminum
5086 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 5086 Aluminum weighs about 0.27 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Milling 5086 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 | 23.4 µm (CTE 23.4 µm/m·K) |
Starting values for 5086 Aluminum, H32 / H116; optimised on the first article.
5086 Aluminum Data Relevant to CNC Milling
| Equivalent designations | UNS A95086 / EN AW-5086 |
|---|---|
| Key composition | Mg 3.5-4.5% |
| Typical supply condition | H32 / H116 |
| Hardness (typical) | ~70 HB |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
How 5086 Aluminum Differs
Between 5052 and 5083 in strength; excellent seawater resistance.
Typical applications: Boat hulls, marine structures.
5086 Aluminum vs Similar Grades
| 5086 Aluminum | 5083 Aluminum | 5754 Aluminum | 5052 Aluminum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key composition | Mg 3.5-4.5% | Mg 4-4.9%, Mn 0.4-1% | Mg 2.6-3.6% | Mg 2.2-2.8%, Cr |
| Hardness | ~70 HB | ~75 HB | ~55 HB | ~60 HB |
| Tensile (MPa) | ~290 | ~290-330 | ~220 | ~230 |
| Typical use | Boat hulls, marine structures | Shipbuilding, cryogenic tanks, tooling plate | Automotive panels, floor plate, flanges | Sheet-metal enclosures, marine parts, fuel tanks |
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 5086 Aluminum
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Milling 5086 Aluminum?
We machine 5086 Aluminum across a broad size range; share your part envelope for confirmation.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Milling on 5086 Aluminum?
Machined 5086 Aluminum edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.
Does CNC Milling 5086 Aluminum require dedicated tooling?
Most 5086 Aluminum machining work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
Which industries use CNC Milling 5086 Aluminum parts?
CNC Milling 5086 Aluminum parts are used across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, semiconductor and general industrial sectors — anywhere precise 5086 Aluminum components are required.
Why is 5086 Aluminum a good choice for CNC Milling?
5086 Aluminum is lightweight with excellent machinability, which makes it well suited to CNC Milling. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 5086 Aluminum machining part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.