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359.0 vs A356.0
Property comparison of 359.0 and A356.0, both aluminum alloy.
| Property | 359.0 | A356.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yield strength | 241.33 MPa | 165 MPa | -32% |
| Tensile strength | 310.28 MPa | 234 MPa | -25% |
| Elongation | 4 % | 3.5 % | -13% |
| Elastic modulus | 72,398 MPa | 73,000 MPa | +1% |
| Shear modulus | 27,580 MPa | 26,000 MPa | -6% |
| Poisson ratio | 0.33 | 0.33 | 0% |
| Density | 2,685 kg/m³ | 2,700 kg/m³ | +1% |
Difference is A356.0 relative to 359.0. Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
Identification
359.0
- grade
- 359.0
- standard
- MIL-HDBK-5J
- heat treatment
- Cast
A356.0
- grade
- —
- standard
- ANSI
- heat treatment
- Cast (T6)
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