Aluminum 5086 Sheet Prices
Current 5086 Aluminum Sheet prices by dimension, with $/lb for cross-size comparison.
5086 Sheet currently ranges from $6.34/lb to $6.71/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 Sheet|Thin flat stock, generally under 3/16", used for stamping, bending, shearing, and laser/plasma cutting. It's the starting material for enclosures, panels, brackets, and formed sheet metal parts.
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Thickness
Thickness | $/lb | $/ft |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8" | $6.34 | $10.96/ft² |
| 0.16" | $6.34 | $14.00/ft² |
| 0.188" | $6.34 | $16.48/ft² |
| 1/4" | $6.71 | $23.19/ft² |
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Prices last updated May 2026