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6061

AMS 4150 / AlMg1SiCu / 6061 / T6

Chemical Properties % Value
Silicon (Si)0,40 - 0,80
Chromium (Cr)0,04 - 0,35
Manganese (Mn)0,00 - 0,15
Magnesium (Mg)0,80 - 1,20
Copper (Cu)0,15 - 0,40
Titanium (Ti)0,00 - 0,15
Iron (Fe)0,00 - 0,70
Zinc (Zn)0,00 - 0,25
Aluminium (Al)Balance
Physical Properties Value
Density2.70 g/cm³
Melting Point582 °C
Thermal Expansion23.6 µm/m.°C
Modulus of Elasticity69 GPa
Thermal Conductivity167 W/m.K
Electrical Resistivity%43 IACS
Mechanical Properties Value
Proof Strength276 MPa
Yield Strength310 MPa
Shear Strength207 MPa
Elongation A50 mm15%
Hardness95 HB
6061 T6 aluminum exhibits mid strength and is widely used in aerospace applications.

 

ALLOY DESIGNATIONS
 
6061 T6 has the following standard designations and specifications.

As Plate/Sheet; 6061 T6, AMS 4027, AMS QQ-A-250/11, EN 2694, AIR 9048.240, UNS A96061, WNR 3.3211, ASTM B209

As Cold Drawn Round/Flat Bar and Tube;  6061 T6, AMS 4117, AMS QQ-A-225/8, EN 2392, BS L117, UNS A96061, WNR 3.3211, ASTM B211

As Seamless Cold Drawn Round/Flat Bar and Tube; 6061 T6, AMS 4082, AMS 4083 (Hydraulic Tube), WW-T-700/6, MIL-T-7081 (Hydraulic Tube), UNS A96061, WNR 3.3211, ASTM B241

As Extruded Round/Flat Bar and Tube;  6061 T6, AMS 4113, AMS 4127, AMS 4150, AMS QQ-A-200/16 (Structural shapes), AMS QQ-A-200/8, UNS A96061, WNR 3.3211, ASTM B221

 

Choosing Factors for 6061 T6

  • Strength: Mediocre
  • Machining: Okay
  • Weldability: Excellent
  • Formability: Good
  • Corrosion Resistance: Great
  • Heat Treating: Yes
 

Some Well-Known Applications for 6061 T6

In pipelines, tank parts,

In the structure of durable consumer goods,

It has many uses, including in motor boats.

 

SUPPLIED FORMS
 
6061 T6 is produced/supplied in plate/sheet round/flat bar and tube/profile forms.
  • Rod / Round Bar / Flat Bar
  • Plate
  • Sheet
  • Tube/Profile
DELIVERY:
Mechanical Properties
Thickness (mm) Proof Strength (Min.) Yield Strength (Min.) Elongation A50 mm %
Over 0.2 up to & incl. 0.5 241 290 %8
Over 0.5 up to & incl. 6.5 241 290 %10