Abstract
In this paper, ZL205A (AlCu5Mn alloy) castings were prepared by squeeze casting. The effects of solution and ageing treatment on the microstructure and mechanical properties of ZL205A castings were studied by metallography, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) and mechanical properties tests. The results showed that most of the θ(Al2Cu) and T(Al12CuMn2) phases in squeeze-cast ZL205A dissolved into the α(Al) matrix after solution treatment for 15 h. The fine precipitates gradually increased with the ageing time. The ultimate tensile strength of the specimen aged for 6 h was the highest of 467 MPa and the elongation was up to 15.1%, showing good comprehensive mechanical properties.
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