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Aluminium 6061 Bar, Sheet, Plate

Aluminium alloy 6061 is one of the most extensively used of the 6000 series aluminium alloys. It is a versatile heat treatable extruded alloy with medium to high strength capabilities.

Aluminium alloy 6061 is one of the most extensively used of the 6000 series aluminium alloys. It is a versatile heat treatable extruded alloy with medium to high strength capabilities. Composition.

Advantages

  • Greater corrosion resistance
  • Higher tensile strength
  • Brilliant polish
  • Excellent machine strength
  • High creep resistance
  • High temperature strenght
  • Excellent mechanical properties

Chemical Composition

Component

Amount (wt.%)

Aluminium

Balance

Magnesium

0.8-1.2

Silicon

0.4 – 0.8

Iron

Max. 0.7

Copper

0.15-0.40

Zinc

Max. 0.25

Titanium

Max. 0.15

Manganese

Max. 0.15

Chromium

0.04-0.35

Others

0.05

Mechanical Properties

Temper

Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa)

0.2% Proof Stress (MPa)

Brinell Hardness (500kg load, 10mm ball)

Elongation 50mm dia (%)

0

110-152

65-110

30-33

14-16

T1

180

95-96

 

16

T4

179 min

110 min

 

 

T6

260-310

240-276

95-97

9-13

Applications

  • Petroleum refineries,
  • Boilers
  • Heat exchangers
  • Condensers
  • Pipelines
  • Cooling towers
  • Steam exhausts
  • Electric generation plants

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