ZA-8 (Zn-8Al-1Cu-0.02Mg) vs Zamak 3 (Zn-4Al-0.4Mg)
Property comparison of ZA-8 (Zn-8Al-1Cu-0.02Mg) and Zamak 3 (Zn-4Al-0.4Mg), both zinc alloy.
| Property | ZA-8 (Zn-8Al-1Cu-0.02Mg) | Zamak 3 (Zn-4Al-0.4Mg) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yield strength | 290 MPa | 221 MPa | -24% |
| Tensile strength | 374 MPa | 283 MPa | -24% |
| Elongation | 8 % | 10 % | +25% |
| Elastic modulus | 85,000 MPa | 96,000 MPa | +13% |
| Density | 6,300 kg/m³ | 6,600 kg/m³ | +5% |
| Brinell hardness | 103 HB | 82 HB | -20% |
| Thermal conductivity | 116 W/m·K | 113 W/m·K | -3% |
| Specific heat | 448 J/kg·K | 419 J/kg·K | -6% |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | 0.000024 1/K | 0.000027 1/K | +15% |
| Melting point | 390 °C | 384 °C | -2% |
Difference is Zamak 3 (Zn-4Al-0.4Mg) relative to ZA-8 (Zn-8Al-1Cu-0.02Mg). Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
Identification
- standard
- ASTM B86
- heat treatment
- die cast
- grade
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- standard
- ASTM B86
- heat treatment
- die cast
- grade
- AG40A
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