K-T ER5356 wires and rods are generally recommended for welding 5050, 5052, 5083, 5154, 5356, 6061 and 6063 aluminum alloys. This wire is to be employed in all types of structural strength welded joints. The tensile properties of the base materials of the aluminum-magnesium type are not as drastically affected by the heat of the welding arc as are the heat-treated high strength aluminum alloys. Excellent for color match application. Examples of applications which utilize ER5356 includes diesel engine bases, gun mount bases, truck frames, ship structures, architectural structures and cargo tanks armored vehicles.