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Aluminum 6061-T6
6061-T6 Aluminum Properties, Composition & Mechanical Datasheet
General Properties:
- Material Type: Aluminum Alloy
- Temper: T6
- Density: 2.70 g/cm³ (0.0975 lb/in³)
- Melting Point: 582-652 °C (1080-1205 °F)
- Thermal Conductivity: 167 W/m-K (1160 BTU·in/h·ft²·°F)
Mechanical Properties:
- Tensile Strength (Ultimate): 310 MPa (45,000 psi)
- Tensile Strength (Yield): 276 MPa (40,000 psi)
- Elongation at Break: 8%
- Modulus of Elasticity: 68.9 GPa (10,000 ksi)
- Shear Strength: 207 MPa (30,000 psi)
Hardness:
- Brinell Hardness: 95
Electrical Conductivity:
- Electrical Conductivity: 43% IACS (International Annealed Copper Standard)
Thermal Properties:
- Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 23.6 x 10^-6/°C (13.1 x 10^-6/°F)
- Specific Heat Capacity: 0.896 J/g-°C (0.214 BTU/lb-°F)
Forming and Machining:
- Workability: Excellent
- Machinability Rating (Compared to 1100 Al): 50%
- Weldability: Good
Corrosion Resistance:
- Corrosion Resistance: Good
- Anodizing Response: Excellent
Applications:
- Structural components in aircraft and buildings
- Marine fittings and hardware
- Automotive parts
- Bicycle frames
- Camera lenses
- Electrical fittings and connectors