Mens 5052 aluminium er en alsidig og almindeligt anvendt aluminiumslegering, der er velegnet til mange anvendelser, det bruges typisk ikke i skibsbygning, især for kritiske strukturelle komponenter. Skibsbygningsindustrien kræver ofte materialer, der opfylder strenge specifikationer for styrke, holdbarhed og korrosionsbestandighed, og disse er ikke de primære egenskaber ved 5052 aluminium.

5052 aluminum alloy is known for its high strength, good corrosion resistance and excellent weldability. It is commonly used in applications such as ships and marine components, as well as other non-structural components where weight and corrosion resistance are important, such as fuel tanks, hulls and various marine equipment.

Imidlertid, for the shipbuilding industry, especially in areas where structural integrity and high-strength materials are required, more specialized aluminum alloys or steels are preferred. Common marine grade aluminum alloys used in shipbuilding applications include:

5083 Aluminium: This alloy has excellent strength, korrosionsbestandighed, and weldability, making it ideal for shipbuilding. It is commonly used in the construction of ship hulls and superstructures.

5086 Aluminium: Svarende til 5083, 5086 aluminum has good strength and corrosion resistance and is used in a variety of marine applications.

6061 Aluminium: While not as corrosion-resistant as 5083 og 5086, 6061 aluminum is known for its high strength and is sometimes used in certain shipbuilding components.