Mechanical Properties of Bars Produced by Hot Extrusion of Magnesium Shavings

Abstract

This article describes the practical application of hot extrusion for compaction of magnesium shavings in semi-finished products and the study of the influence of process parameters on the mechanical properties of the obtained MA5 (AZ80) magnesium alloy bars. Production of bars was carried out at different heating temperatures and plastic deformation degree to find technology provide the best combination of tensile and compressive properties. The resulting bars are somewhat higher in strength characteristics than the strength of deformed cast bars made from MA5 alloy, however, they are significantly lower in ductility.