SAE AMS7018-2020 PDF
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Full title and description
SAE AMS 7018-2020 — Aluminum Alloy Powder 10.0Si - 0.35Mg. This AMS specification covers a pre‑alloyed aluminum powder grade with nominal chemical composition centered on 10.0% silicon and 0.35% magnesium, intended for use where a pre‑alloyed Al‑Si‑Mg powder is required for powder metallurgy and additive manufacturing processes.
Abstract
This document specifies the chemical composition, physical requirements, testing, packaging and marking for Aluminum Alloy Powder 10.0Si - 0.35Mg supplied in pre‑alloyed powder form. It defines acceptance criteria and quality requirements necessary to ensure consistent feedstock for powder processing and metal additive manufacturing applications.
General information
- Status: Current / Active
- Publication date: May 11, 2020
- Publisher: SAE International (formerly Society of Automotive Engineers)
- ICS / categories: Aluminum / non‑ferrous metals (examples reported: 49.025.20; 77.150)
- Edition / version: 2020 (issued 2020‑05‑11)
- Number of pages: 9
Scope
AMS 7018 establishes the requirements for pre‑alloyed aluminum powder specified as 10.0Si‑0.35Mg. The scope includes chemical composition limits, physical properties (such as particle size/size distribution and apparent density where specified), required test methods for verification, packaging, lot identification and handling/storage instructions necessary to preserve powder quality for subsequent processing. The standard is intended for suppliers and users of aluminum powder feedstock used in powder metallurgy and additive manufacturing applications.
Key topics and requirements
- Chemical composition requirements (nominal 10.0% Si, 0.35% Mg with specified tolerances).
- Physical requirements and acceptance criteria for particle size distribution, morphology and cleanliness.
- Specified test methods and inspection requirements for chemical analysis and physical characterization.
- Packaging, marking and traceability requirements to preserve powder integrity in storage and shipment.
- Handling and storage recommendations to control contamination and moisture.
Typical use and users
Typical users include powder producers, additive manufacturing service providers, aerospace and automotive OEMs and suppliers, metallurgical testing laboratories, and design engineers specifying powder feedstock for powder metallurgy or directed energy deposition / powder bed fusion processes where Al‑Si‑Mg compositions are required for final part properties.
Related standards
Related documents include other AMS specifications for aluminum and metal powders and processing (other AMS powder and additive manufacturing related AMS documents), plus relevant ASTM/ISO test methods for powder characterization and metal analysis. Example neighboring AMS entries and related processing specifications are listed in SAE AMS catalogs and collections of AMS powder standards.
Keywords
Aluminum powder; Al‑Si‑Mg; 10.0Si; 0.35Mg; pre‑alloyed powder; powder metallurgy; additive manufacturing; SAE AMS; powder specification; particle size; packaging; traceability.
FAQ
Q: What is this standard?
A: SAE AMS 7018-2020 is an SAE AMS specification that defines the requirements for a pre‑alloyed aluminum powder grade designated as 10.0Si - 0.35Mg, covering composition, testing, packaging and handling.
Q: What does it cover?
A: It covers the chemical and physical requirements for the powder, acceptance and test methods, and requirements for packaging, marking and traceability so the powder can be used reliably as feedstock for powder metallurgy and additive manufacturing processes.
Q: Who typically uses it?
A: Powder manufacturers, AM service providers, aerospace and automotive suppliers, material engineers and testing laboratories that require a controlled Al‑Si‑Mg powder feedstock.
Q: Is it current or superseded?
A: The document is published as SAE AMS 7018 with publication date May 11, 2020 and is listed as current/active in standards listings as of its publication record.
Q: Is it part of a series?
A: Yes — it belongs to the family of SAE AMS material specifications covering aluminum alloys and metal powders; users commonly consult adjacent AMS powder and processing documents when specifying feedstock and process controls.
Q: What are the key keywords?
A: Aluminum powder, pre‑alloyed, Al‑Si‑Mg, 10Si‑0.35Mg, powder specification, additive manufacturing, powder metallurgy, SAE AMS 7018.