| The composition of the main alloy (ASTM) |
| Alloy name |
Mg |
Al |
Zn |
Mn |
Si |
Cu |
Ni |
Fe |
| AZ91D |
bal. |
8.5-9.5 |
0.45-0.90 |
0.17-0.4 |
<=0.05 |
<=0.025 |
<=0.001 |
<=0.004 |
| AM60B |
bal. |
5.6-6.4 |
<=0.20 |
0.26-0.5 |
<=0.05 |
<=0.008 |
<=0.001 |
<=0.004 |
| AM50A |
bal. |
4.5-5.3 |
<=0.20 |
0.28-0.5 |
<=0.01 |
<=0.008 |
<=0.001 |
<=0.004 |
| AS41B |
bal. |
3.7-4.8 |
<=0.10 |
0.35-0.60 |
0.6-1.4 |
<=0.015 |
<=0.001 |
<=0.0035 |
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| Features and applications of magnesium alloys |
| Alloy name |
Feature |
Application |
| AZ91D |
High strength and good corrosion resistance |
Housings of electric appliances |
| AM60B |
Shock absorption with high ductility |
Steering wheel, seat frame |
| AM50A |
| AS41B |
Good creep characteristic |
Transmission housings |
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