WE43 Magnesium

WE43 is a high strength magnesium alloy which offers good mechanical properties both at ambient and elevated temperatures.

Overview

The alloy mainly contains yttrium and neodymium. WE43 finds use in temperatures up to 300°C and benefits from good corrosion resistance. The alloy is an excellent engineering solution in applications where weight reduction without compromising performance is required - motorsport, therefore, is an obvious beneficiary as is the aerospace sector.

Features

WE43 Magnesium Alloy is a high strength material with good overall mechanical properties. The alloy offers an excellent engineering solution when weight reduction is required. WE43 is suitable for use on ambient and elevated temperatures up to 300°C.

Typical Applications

Commercial applications for this engineering material include: