MPC 50M

MPC50M and MPC50C are a grade of high precision tooling plate developed specifically for its dimensional stability and excellent machinability. The material is specially manufactured by a horizontal continually cast method followed by an optimising heat treatment.

The difference between the MPC50C and MPC50M grades is that the “C” suffix refers to as cast material while the “M” refers to a pre-machined tooling plate machined to a high dimensional accuracy and poly-coated on both sides with little finishing required.

Related Specifications

  • EN AW 5083           

Chemical Composition

Aluminium

Rem

Silicon

0.40% max

Magnesium

4.0-4.9%

Iron             

0.40% max

Manganese 

0.40-1.0%

Chromium     

0.05-0.25%

Zinc

0.25% max

Copper         

0.10% max

Titanium

0.15% max

 

 

Mechanical Properties (MPC50M Specification minima)

Ultimate Tensile Strength

0.2% Yield

Strength

Elongation

A5

Hardness

275 N/mm2

125 N/mm2

15%

69-75 HB

Key Features

  • Superior machinability compared to rolled grades
  • Outstanding dimensional stability
  • Easily anodised, hard anodised or polished
  • High corrosion resistance
  • Good low temperature properties
  • A homogeneous microstructure through the section

Typical Physical Properties

Density                                               

2.66 g/cm³

Electrical Conductivity                            

16-19 MS/m

Thermal conductivity                    

110-130 W/m°K

Thermal expansion coefficient                 

24.2 x 10-6

Modulus of elasticity                              

70 GPa

Fabrication Properties

Machinability                                        

Very good

Weldability

Very good

Typical Applications

MPC50 is commonly used in machinery and tooling plate, model constructions, vacuum technologies, electronic precision tooling, ship building and appliance construction.

This technical information is given by John Hood & Co.without charge and the user shall employ such information at their own discretion and risk. For more detailed technical advice on temper selection, fabrication, joining, machining, physical and mechanical data please contact us as space does not permit the listing of every feature of the material.