6061 T6 Aluminum Sheet 6061 Aluminum Sheet Metal For Aerospace
6061 T6 aluminum sheet is a premium-grade material within the 6060 aluminum alloy family. The T6 designation indicates a heat treatment temper where the material undergoes solid solution heat treatment without subsequent cold working. This alloy offers balanced medium strength with outstanding mechanical properties including excellent machinability, superior corrosion resistance, and reliable welding performance. With tensile strength ranging from 20 to 42 KSI, it provides robust performance for demanding component processing applications.
- Medium Strength for structural applications
- Excellent Machinability for precision components
- Superior Corrosion Resistance in harsh environments
- Good Welding Performance for fabrication versatility
Target Industries: Aerospace, Automotive, Construction, General Engineering
Typical Applications: Aircraft structures, Marine fittings, Automotive parts, Machinery components
| Element | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Silicon (Si) | 0.40-0.8 |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.7 |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.15-0.40 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤0.15 |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.8-1.2 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.04-0.35 |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤0.25 |
| Titanium (Ti) | ≤0.15 |
| Others (each) | ≤0.05 |
| Others (total) | ≤0.15 |
| Aluminum (Al) | 95.85-98.56 |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | ≥260 MPa |
| Yield strength | ≥240 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥9 % |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 2.70 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 582-652°C (1080-1206°F) |
| Thermal Conductivity | 167 W/m*K at 25°C |
| Electrical Conductivity | 40% IACS at 20°C |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 23.6 µm/m*K (20-100°C) |
| Young's Modulus | 68.9 GPa (10,000 ksi) |
| Poisson's Ratio | 0.33 |
| Specific Heat Capacity | 897 J/kg*K |
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