Temper Types
The most common temper for 6060 aluminium is:
- T5
Properties
Chemical Composition
Alloy 6060
BS EN 573-3
Chemical Element | % Present |
---|---|
Manganese (Mn) | 0.00 - 0.10 |
Iron (Fe) | 0.10 - 0.30 |
Magnesium (Mg) | 0.35 - 0.60 |
Silicon (Si) | 0.30 - 0.60 |
Copper (Cu) | 0.00 - 0.10 |
Zinc (Zn) | 0.00 - 0.15 |
Titanium (Ti) | 0.00 - 0.10 |
Chromium (Cr) | 0.00 - 0.05 |
Other (Each) | 0.00 - 0.05 |
Others (Total) | 0.00 - 0.15 |
Aluminium (Al) | Balance |
Mechanical Properties
Extrusions Up to 150mm Dia., 15mm WT tube, 5mm WT profiles
BS EN 755-2
Mechanical Property | Value |
---|---|
Proof Stress | 120 Min MPa |
Tensile Strength | 160 Min MPa |
Elongation A50 mm | 6 Min % |
Hardness Brinell | 60 HB |
Elongation A | 8 Min % |
General Physical Properties
Physical Property | Value |
---|---|
Density | 2.70 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | 655 °C |
Thermal Expansion | 23.4 x 10-6/K |
Modulus of Elasticity | 69.5 GPa |
Thermal Conductivity | 209 W/m.K |
Electrical Resistivity | 54 % IACS |
Electrical Resistivity | 0.032 x 10-6 Ω .m |
Applications
- Architectural sections for windows, doors, curtain walls
- Interior fittings, frame systems, lighting, ladders, railings, fences
- Heat sink sections, electronic modules, electro motor housings
- Flexible assembly systems, special machinery elements
- Truck and trailer flooring, pneumatic installation, railway, inside applications
- Irrigation, heating and cooling pipes
- Furniture, office equipment
Characteristics
- Very good corrosion resistance
- Very good weldability
- Good cold formability especially in temper T4
- Suitable for anodising
Additional Information
Weldability
Process | Rating |
---|---|
Weldability - Gas | Good |
Weldability - Arc | Very Good |
Weldability - Resistance | Good |
Brazability | Very Good |
Fabrication
Process | Rating |
---|---|
Workability - Cold | Good |
Machinability | Acceptable |
Anodising | Very Good |