Aluminum 5086 Plate Prices
Current 5086 Aluminum Plate prices by dimension, with $/lb for cross-size comparison.
5086 Plate currently ranges from $7.06/lb to $7.15/lb.
About 5086|Stronger than 5052 with similar corrosion resistance, used in marine hulls and superstructures where more structural strength is needed. Not heat-treatable, so strength comes from work hardening. Welds well and retains most of its strength at the weld joint, which is a big deal in shipbuilding. Machinability is fair at best. Like most 5xxx alloys, it’s softer and gummier than the heat-treatable 6xxx series. If 5052 isn’t strong enough and you can’t use 6061 because of corrosion concerns, 5086 fills the gap.
About Plate|Thick flat stock, generally 3/16" and up, used for machined base plates, fixture plates, wear surfaces, and structural fabrication. Heavier grades get milled, drilled, and tapped directly.
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Raw Material Market Prices
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$3,389/tonne
$1.54/lb
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Thickness
Thickness | $/lb | $/ft |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4" | $7.11 | $24.57/sq ft |
| 0.313" | $7.15 | $30.94/sq ft |
| 3/8" | $7.15 | $37.07/sq ft |
| 1/2" | $7.06 | $48.80/sq ft |
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Prices last updated August 2026
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