The Uses of Aluminum 5083 and 5454 in Special Vehicles

In the field of modern logistics and transportation, various types of special vehicles play a key role. The rise of aluminum alloys has brought revolutionary changes to these special vehicles. In particular, 5083 and 5454 aluminum alloys, with their unique properties, have occupied an important position in vehicle manufacturing.

Aluminum alloy in vans

As a common vehicle type for logistics transportation, vans have high requirements for the strength, weight and durability of the body. The application of aluminum alloy perfectly meets these requirements. In developed countries such as Europe, the United States, Japan and South Korea, aluminum alloy vans have long been widely popularized, and foreign aluminum vans account for as much as 64.6% of the overall truck market.

In the manufacture of vans, 5083 aluminum alloy like aluminum 5083 h32 has been widely used. It has medium strength, a magnesium content between 4.0% and 4.9%, and excellent welding performance, which makes the assembly of the van more solid and reliable. Its excellent corrosion resistance can effectively resist the erosion of various environmental factors during transportation.

Aluminum alloy in refrigerated trucks

Refrigerated trucks are mainly used to transport temperature-sensitive goods, such as food and medicine. The body structure needs to have good thermal insulation and lightweight characteristics to ensure the quality of goods and reduce energy consumption. Aluminum alloy has been widely used in the field of refrigerated trucks due to its advantages such as low density, high strength and good corrosion resistance. Aluminum alloy can be seen from the frame, roof to side panels.

In the application scenarios of refrigerated trucks, 5083 aluminum alloy also performs well. Its high strength can withstand the weight of refrigerated equipment and cargo, ensuring the safety of the vehicle during driving.

At the same time, 5454 aluminum alloy is also used in some parts of refrigerated trucks. Its high strength and corrosion resistance provide a guarantee for the long-term stable operation of refrigerated trucks.

Aluminum alloy in fuel tanks

The oil products transported by tank trucks are flammable and explosive dangerous goods, so the safety, lightweight and corrosion resistance of the vehicles are extremely high. Aluminum alloy tank trucks have obvious advantages over traditional carbon steel, stainless steel and other materials.

In the manufacture of tank bodies of oil tank trucks, 5083 aluminum alloy is one of the commonly used materials. It has high hardness, strong corrosion resistance, and good weldability, which can ensure the sealing and strength of the tank body and meet the needs of long-term transportation of oil products by oil tank trucks.

For example, the 5083 aluminum plate produced by Haomei Aluminum has stable performance by optimizing the melting and casting process and rolling technology. It can produce ultra-wide aluminum plates with a width of up to 2650mm and a thickness of 0.3-500mm, which meets the material standards of tank trucks and is widely used in the tank body, head and baffles.

5454 aluminum alloy is often used in the internal baffles of oil tankers because of its strong corrosion resistance and strength that is about 20% higher than 5052. It is suitable for high temperature or harsh environments. It improves the structural stability of the tank, prevents liquid sloshing, and ensures driving safety.

Aluminum alloy in powder tank trucks

Powder tank trucks are mainly used to transport powdered materials such as cement, fly ash, and lime powder. As the market's requirements for transportation efficiency and cost control continue to increase, lightweight has become an important trend in the development of powder tank trucks. The application of aluminum alloy in powder tank trucks effectively achieves the goal of lightweight vehicles.

In the manufacture of powder tank trucks, 5083 aluminum alloy provides reliable structural support for the tank body with its strength and welding performance. At the same time, some manufacturers will also choose materials such as 5454 h32 aluminum sheet according to actual needs to meet the use requirements of powder tank trucks under different working conditions.