Aluminum Products
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Available Forms:
Sheet and Plate QQ-A-250/2, ASTM-B209, ASME-SB209
Wire, Rod and Bar, Rolled or Cold Finished QQ-A-225/2, ASTM-B211
Wire, Rod, Bar, Tube, Extruded ASTM-B221
Tube, Extruded, Seamless ASTM-B241
Tube, Extruded, Coiled ASTM-B491
Tube, Drawn ASTM-B483
Tube, Drawn, Seamless WW-T-700/2, ASTM-B210, ASME-4065
Tube, Welded ASTM-B313
Pipe ASTM-B241, MILITARY-MIL-P-25995, ASME-SB241 /Asset/3003-Flat-Sheet---Plate.jpg
ASTM B209
ASTM B211
QQ-A-250/8
QQ-Q-225/7
ASME SB209
5052 is the alloy most suited to forming operations, with good workability and higher strength than that of the 1100 or 3003 alloys that are commercially available.
5052 is not heat-treatable, but is stronger than most of the 5xxx series of alloys. It has very good corrosion resistance, and can be easily welded. 5052 is not a good choice for extensive machining operations, as it has only a fair machinability rating.
5052-H32 Aluminum
Minimum Properties:
Ultimate Tensile Strength: 33,000 psi
Yield Strength: 28,000 psi
Brinell Hardness: 60
Chemistry:
Aluminum (Al): 95.7–97.7 %
Chromium (Cr): 0.15–0.35 %
Copper (Cu): 0.1 % max.
Iron (Fe): 0.4 % max.
Magnesium (Mg): 2.2–2.8 %
Manganese (Mn): 0.1 % max.
Silicon (Si): 0.25 % max.
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
Available Forms:
Sheet and Plate QQ-A-250/8, ASTM-B209, ASME-SB209
Wire, Rod and Bar, Rolled or Cold Finished QQ-Q-225/7, ASTM-B211
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ASTM B928
ASTM B209
ASTM B210
ASTM B221
ASTM B241 (Pipe- Seamless)
ASTM B313
ASTM B345 (Pipe- Seamless)
ASTM B361
ASTM B547
ASTM B548 (Plate)
MIL C-26094
MIL S-24149/2
QQ A-200/5
QQ A-250/7
QQ WW-T-700/5
SAE J454
UNS A95086
Property Results
Chemistry Data :
Aluminum : Balance
Chromium : 0.05 - 0.25
Copper : 0.1 max
Iron : 0.5 max
Magnesium : 3.5 - 4.5
Manganese : 0.2 - 0.7
Remainder Each : 0.05 max
Remainder Total : 0.15 max
Silicon : 0.4 max
Titanium : 0.15 max
Zinc : 0.25 max
Principal Design Features
This is a high strength structural alloy. It is not heat treatable.
Applications
Commonly used in the manufacture of unfired, welded pressure vessels, marine, auto aircraft cryogenics, drilling rigs, tanks, TV towers, transportation equipment, and in missile components.
Machinability
Machinability in the strain hardened tempers (H34, H36, H38) is relatively good. In the annealed (O temper) machining is difficult, but still can be accomplished. Use of lubricants is advised.
Forming
Forming characteristics are best with the alloy in the O temper -- less good in the H36 or H38 tempers.
Welding
This alloy is readily weldable by conventional methods. Use of electric arc welding in particular produces excellent results.
Heat Treatment
The alloy is non-heat treatable.
Forging
No specific data as to hot working range. However the alloy is forgeable.
Hot Working
No data in regard to hot forming. Cold forming characteristics are excellent and usually would not necessitate hot working.
Cold Working
Excellent cold working characteristics in the O temper and somewhat less good in H36 and H38 tempers.
Annealing
Anneal at 650 F for long enough to insure thorough heating. Air cool.
Aging
Not applicable to this alloy.
Tempering
Not applicable.
Hardening
Hardens by cold working only.
Other Physical Props
Electrical conductivity 30% of copper.
Other Mechanical Props
Shear strength for O temper is 23 ksi, for H34 it is 27 ksi
Physical Data :
Density (lb / cu. in.) : 0.096
Specific Gravity : 2.66
Melting Point (Deg F) : 1090
Modulus of Elasticity Tension : 10.3
Mechanical Data :
Form : Sheet
Condition : H112
Temperature : 68
Tensile Strength : 39
Yield Strength : 19
Elongation : 14
Form : Sheet
Condition : H116
Temperature : 68
Tensile Strength : 42
Yield Strength : 30
Elongation : 12
Form : Sheet
Condition : H32
Temperature : 68
Tensile Strength : 42
Yield Strength : 30
Elongation : 12
Form : Sheet
Condition : H34
Temperature : 68
Tensile Strength : 47
Yield Strength : 37
Elongation : 10
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
Available Forms:
Sheet and Plate ASTM-B928 , FEDERAL-QQ-A-250/7 , ASME-SB209
Wire, Rod, Bar, Shapes Tube, Extruded ASTM-B221 , ASME-SB221-QQ-A-200/5
Tube, Extruded, Seamless ASTM-B241 , ASME-SB241-QQ-A-200/5
Pipe, Tube, Drawn, Seamless ASTM-B210 , FEDERAL-WW-T-700/5
Tube, Welded ASTM-B313
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6061 Aluminum is, by most any measure, the most commonly used aluminum alloy. It is specified in most any application due to its strength, heat treatability, comparatively easy machining, and weldability. If that were not enough, it is also capable of being anodized, adding a layer of protection for finished parts.
The main alloy ingredients of 6061 aluminum are magnesium and silicon.
6061-T6 & 6061-T6511 Aluminum
Physical and Mechanical Properties
Ultimate Tensile Strength, psi : 45,000
Yield Strength, psi : 40,000
Brinell Hardness : 95
Rockwell Hardness : B60
•AMS 4117•ASTM B209•ASTM B210•ASTM B211•ASTM B221•ASTM B234•ASTM B241 (Pipe- Seamless)• ASTM B247 (Forging - Open Die)•ASTM B307•ASTM B313• ASTM B316• ASTM B345 (Pipe- Seamless)• ASTM B361• ASTM B404• ASTM B429• ASTM B483• ASTM B547• ASTM B548 (Plate)• ASTM B632 (Plate)•ASTM F467 (Nuts)• ASTM F468 (Nuts)• DIN 3.3211• MIL A-12545• MIL A-22771• MIL F-17132A (Tread Plate)• MIL F-18280• MIL F-39000• MIL F-3922• MIL G-18014• MIL G-18015• MIL P-25995• MIL T-7081• MIL W-23351• MIL W-85• QQ A-200/16• QQ A-200/8 (Extruded Shapes)• QQ A-225/8• QQ A-250/11• QQ A-367 (Forging - Open Die)• QQ A-430• QQ WW-T-700/6• SAE J454
Chemistry Data :
Aluminum : Balance
Chromium : 0.04 - 0.35
Copper : 0.15 - 0.4
Iron : 0 - 0.7
Magnesium : 0.8 - 1.2
Manganese : 0.15 max
Other : 0.15 max
Remainder Each : 0.05 max
Silicon : 0.4 - 0.8
Titanium : 0.15 max
Zinc : 0.25 max
Principal Design Features
Probably the most commonly available, heat treatable aluminum alloy.
Applications
Commonly used in the manufacture of heavy-duty structures requiring good corrosion resistance, truck and marine components, railroad cars, furniture, tank fittings, general structural and high pressure applications, wire products, and in pipelines.
Machinability
Machinability in the harder T 4 and T6 tempers is good. It is notably less easy to machine in the annealed temper.
Forming
Easily cold worked and formed in the annealed condition. Stamping, bending, spinning, deep drawing are all readily accomplished using standard methods.
Welding
The alloy has very good welding characteristics and may be welded by all of the common welding techniques. Gas tungsten arc welding is generally used for thin sections (less than 0.032") and gas metal arc welding is used for heavier sections. Use alloy 4043 filler wire for best results, although a decrease in T 6 properties will result.
Heat Treatment
Solution heat treat at 990 F for adequate time to allow for thorough heating and then water quench. Precipitation hardening is done at 320 F for 18 hours and air cool, followed by 350 F for 8 hours and air cooling.
Forging
The alloy is capable of being hot forged at temperatures in the range of 900 F to 750 F.
Hot Working
Hot working may be done in the temperature range of 700 F to 500 F.
Cold Working
Cold working in the O temper condition is readily performed. The alloy is notably less easy to cold form in the T 4 and T 6 tempers.
Annealing
Annealing should be done at 775 F for 2 to 3 hours followed by controlled cooling at 50 f per hour down to 500 F, then air cool.
Aging
The aging precipitation heat treatment is done at 350 F for 8 hours followed by air cooling. This produces the T6 temper.
Tempering
Not applicable.
Hardening
See "Aging".
Other Physical Props
Electrical conductivity 40% of copper.
Physical Data
Density (lb / cu. in.) : 0.098
Specific Gravity : 2.7
Melting Point (Deg F) : 1090
Modulus of Elasticity Tension : 10
Modulus of Elasticity Torsion : 3.8
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
Available Forms:
Sheet and Plate ASTM-B209 , FEDERAL-QQ-A-250/11 , ASME-SB209
Tread Plate MIL-F-17132
Wire, Rod and Bar, Rolled or Cold Finished ASTM-B211 , FEDERAL-QQ-A-225/8, ASME-SB211
Wire, Rod, Bar, Profiles (Shapes) and Tube, Extruded ASTM-B221, QQ-A-200/8
Structural Profiles (Shapes) ASTM-B308, ASME-SM308, QQ-A-200/8
Tube, Extruded, Seamless ASTM-B241, ASME-SB241
Pipe, Tube, Drawn, Seamless ASTM-B210, FEDERAL-WW-T-700/6, ASME-SB210
Pipe ASTM-B241 , MILITARY-MIL-P-25995, ASME-SB241
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6063 is rated as "Good" for forming and cold working operations, "Excellent" for anodizing, and "Fair" for machining.
6063-T5 & 6063-T52 Aluminum
Minimum Properties
Ultimate Tensile Strength, psi : 27,000
Yield Strength, psi : 21,000
Brinell Hardness : 60
Chemistry
Aluminum (Al) : 97.5% max
Chromium (Cr) : 0.1% max
Copper (Cu) : 0.1% max
Iron (Fe) : 0.35% max
Magnesium (Mg) : 0.45 - 0.90%
Manganese (Mn) : 0.1% max
Silicon (Si) : 0.2 - 0.6%
Standards
ASTM B210
ASTM B221
ASTM B241 (Pipe- Seamless)
ASTM B345 (Pipe)
ASTM B429
MIL P-25995
QQ A-200/9
Chemistry Data
Aluminum : Balance
Chromium : 0.1 max
Copper : 0.1 max
Iron : 0.35 max
Magnesium : 0.45 - 0.9
Manganese : 0.1 max
Remainder Each : 0.05 max
Remainder Total : 0.15 max
Silicon : 0.2 - 0.6
Titanium : 0.1 max
Zinc : 0.1 max
Principal Design Features
This is generally considered to be an extrusion alloy that is heat treatable for strengthening.
Applications
Commonly used in the manufacture of furniture, windows, stair rails, and in pipe railing. Commonly used in architectural extrusions.
Machinability
Machinability is considered to be average for this alloy.
Forming
Forming ability, either hot or cold, is good.
Welding
The alloy is readily welded by all of the conventional methods. Filler rod should be of the same alloy or AL 4043 alloy.
Heat Treatment
Solution heat treat at 970 F for 1 hour followed by water quench. This produces T 4 temper. Other tempers are accomplished by aging.
Forging
Hot forging may be done in the range of 500 F to 950 F.
Hot Working
Hot working, as with forging, may be done at temperatures above 500 F up to maximum of 950 F.
Cold Working
Cold working characteristics are good for all conventional forming methods.
Annealing
Anneal at 775 F for 3 hours and use controlled cooling at rate of 50 F per hour down to 500 F. Then air cool.
Aging
Aging is done at a temperature of 350 F for 8 hours for T 6 and T 62 tempers. Age at 360 F for 3 hours to get T5 temper.
Tempering
Not applicable.
Hardening
Hardens due to aging heat treatment and cold working. See "Aging".
Other Physical Props
Electrical conductivity 50% of copper.
Other Mechanical Props
Shear strength for various tempers is: O temper 10, ksi . T 5 temper 17 ksi. T 83 temper 22 ksi
Physical Data :
Density (lb / cu. in.) : 0.097
Specific Gravity : 2.7
Melting Point (Deg F) : 1150
Modulus of Elasticity Tension : 10
Modulus of Elasticity Torsion : 3
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
Available Forms:
Wire, Rod, Bar, Profiles (Shapes), And Tube ASTM-B221 , ASME-SB221, QQ-A-200/9
Tube, Extruded, Seamless ASTM-B241 , ASME-SB241
Tube, Drawn, Seamless ASTM-B210 , ASME-SB210
Pipe ASTM-B241 , MILITARY-MIL-P-25995, ASME-SB241
Structural Pipe and Tube, Extruded B429
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3003 Alloy Aluminum
Aluminum Mill Product SpecificationsAvailable Forms:
Sheet and Plate QQ-A-250/2, ASTM-B209, ASME-SB209
Wire, Rod and Bar, Rolled or Cold Finished QQ-A-225/2, ASTM-B211
Wire, Rod, Bar, Tube, Extruded ASTM-B221
Tube, Extruded, Seamless ASTM-B241
Tube, Extruded, Coiled ASTM-B491
Tube, Drawn ASTM-B483
Tube, Drawn, Seamless WW-T-700/2, ASTM-B210, ASME-4065
Tube, Welded ASTM-B313
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5052 Alloy Aluminum
The following specifications cover Aluminum 50525052 is the alloy most suited to forming operations, with good workability and higher strength than that of the 1100 or 3003 alloys that are commercially available.
5052 is not heat-treatable, but is stronger than most of the 5xxx series of alloys. It has very good corrosion resistance, and can be easily welded. 5052 is not a good choice for extensive machining operations, as it has only a fair machinability rating.
5052-H32 Aluminum
Minimum Properties:
Ultimate Tensile Strength: 33,000 psi
Yield Strength: 28,000 psi
Brinell Hardness: 60
Chemistry:
Aluminum (Al): 95.7–97.7 %
Chromium (Cr): 0.15–0.35 %
Copper (Cu): 0.1 % max.
Iron (Fe): 0.4 % max.
Magnesium (Mg): 2.2–2.8 %
Manganese (Mn): 0.1 % max.
Silicon (Si): 0.25 % max.
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
Available Forms:
Sheet and Plate QQ-A-250/8, ASTM-B209, ASME-SB209
Wire, Rod and Bar, Rolled or Cold Finished QQ-Q-225/7, ASTM-B211
5083 Marine Grade Aluminum Alloy
The following specifications cover Aluminum 5083
- AMS 4057 (Sheet)
- AMS 4058 (Sheet)
- ASTM B928
- ASTM B209
- ASTM B210
- ASTM B221
- ASTM B241 (Pipe- Seamless)
- ASTM B247 (Forging - Open Die)
- ASTM B345 (Pipe- Seamless)
- ASTM B361
- ASTM B547
- ASTM B548 (Plate)
- DIN 3.3547
- MIL A-45225
- MIL A-46027
- MIL A-46083
- MIL G-S-24149/2
- QQ A-200/4
- QQ A-367 (Forging - Open Die)
- QQ A250/6
- SAE J454
- UNS A95083
Chemistry Data:
Aluminum: Balance
Chromium: 0.05–0.25
Copper: 0.1 max.
Iron: 0.4 max.
Magnesium: 4–4.9
Manganese: 0.4–1
Remainder Each: 0.05 max.
Remainder Total: 0.15 max.
Silicon: 0.4 max.
Titanium: 0.15 max.
Zinc: 0.25 max.
Principal Design Features
This is a non-heat treatable alloy for strengthening. It has very good corrosion resistance, is easily welded and does have good strength.
Applications
Commonly used in the manufacture of unfired, welded pressure vessels, marine, auto aircraft cryogenics, drilling rigs, TV towers, transportation equipment, and in missile components.
Machinability
No specific data. However the alloy is machinable by conventional means.
Forming
Forming characteristics are good for either hot or cold working.
Welding
Weldability of this alloy is very good by conventional means. When filler rod is required it should be the same alloy, 5083.
Heat Treatment
This is a non-heat treatable alloy.
Forging
Forging may be done in the range of 850 to 750 °F.
Hot Working
Hot forming, when sever deformation is required, may be done at 400 °F or higher to 700 °F.
Cold Working
AL 5083 is readily cold worked by conventional methods. In the annealed (O temper) condition plate of 0.250" thick can be bent on 1.5 T radius.
Annealing
Annealing may be done at 650 F for sufficient time for thorough heating, followed by air cooling.
Aging
Not applicable to this alloy.
Tempering
Not applicable.
Hardening
Hardening is accomplished by means of cold working only.
Other Physical Props
Electrical conductivity 28 % of copper.
Other Mechanical Props
Shear strength in O temper is 25 ksi.
Physical Data
Density: 0.096 lb/cu. in.
Specific Gravity: 2.66
Melting Point: 1070 Deg F
Poissons Ratio: 0.33
Modulus of Elasticity Tension: 10.3
Modulus of Elasticity Torsion: 3.8
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
Available Forms:
Sheet and Plate ASTM-B928 , FEDERAL-QQ-A-250/6 , ASME-SB209
Wire, Rod, Bar,Shapes, Tube, Extruded ASTM-B221 , FEDERAL-QQ-A-200/4 , ASME-SB221
Tube, Extruded, Seamless ASTM-B241 , FEDERAL-QQ-A-250/6, ASME-SB241
Tube, Drawn, Seamless ASTM-B210
5086 Marine Grade Aluminum Sheet, Plate and Extrusions
The following specifications cover Aluminum 5086Property Results
Chemistry Data :
Aluminum : Balance
Chromium : 0.05 - 0.25
Copper : 0.1 max
Iron : 0.5 max
Magnesium : 3.5 - 4.5
Manganese : 0.2 - 0.7
Remainder Each : 0.05 max
Remainder Total : 0.15 max
Silicon : 0.4 max
Titanium : 0.15 max
Zinc : 0.25 max
Principal Design Features
This is a high strength structural alloy. It is not heat treatable.
Applications
Commonly used in the manufacture of unfired, welded pressure vessels, marine, auto aircraft cryogenics, drilling rigs, tanks, TV towers, transportation equipment, and in missile components.
Machinability
Machinability in the strain hardened tempers (H34, H36, H38) is relatively good. In the annealed (O temper) machining is difficult, but still can be accomplished. Use of lubricants is advised.
Forming
Forming characteristics are best with the alloy in the O temper -- less good in the H36 or H38 tempers.
Welding
This alloy is readily weldable by conventional methods. Use of electric arc welding in particular produces excellent results.
Heat Treatment
The alloy is non-heat treatable.
Forging
No specific data as to hot working range. However the alloy is forgeable.
Hot Working
No data in regard to hot forming. Cold forming characteristics are excellent and usually would not necessitate hot working.
Cold Working
Excellent cold working characteristics in the O temper and somewhat less good in H36 and H38 tempers.
Annealing
Anneal at 650 F for long enough to insure thorough heating. Air cool.
Aging
Not applicable to this alloy.
Tempering
Not applicable.
Hardening
Hardens by cold working only.
Other Physical Props
Electrical conductivity 30% of copper.
Other Mechanical Props
Shear strength for O temper is 23 ksi, for H34 it is 27 ksi
Physical Data :
Density (lb / cu. in.) : 0.096
Specific Gravity : 2.66
Melting Point (Deg F) : 1090
Modulus of Elasticity Tension : 10.3
Mechanical Data :
Form : Sheet
Condition : H112
Temperature : 68
Tensile Strength : 39
Yield Strength : 19
Elongation : 14
Form : Sheet
Condition : H116
Temperature : 68
Tensile Strength : 42
Yield Strength : 30
Elongation : 12
Form : Sheet
Condition : H32
Temperature : 68
Tensile Strength : 42
Yield Strength : 30
Elongation : 12
Form : Sheet
Condition : H34
Temperature : 68
Tensile Strength : 47
Yield Strength : 37
Elongation : 10
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
Available Forms:
Sheet and Plate ASTM-B928 , FEDERAL-QQ-A-250/7 , ASME-SB209
Wire, Rod, Bar, Shapes Tube, Extruded ASTM-B221 , ASME-SB221-QQ-A-200/5
Tube, Extruded, Seamless ASTM-B241 , ASME-SB241-QQ-A-200/5
Pipe, Tube, Drawn, Seamless ASTM-B210 , FEDERAL-WW-T-700/5
Tube, Welded ASTM-B313
6061 Structural Marine Grade Aluminum
The following specifications cover Aluminum 60616061 Aluminum is, by most any measure, the most commonly used aluminum alloy. It is specified in most any application due to its strength, heat treatability, comparatively easy machining, and weldability. If that were not enough, it is also capable of being anodized, adding a layer of protection for finished parts.
The main alloy ingredients of 6061 aluminum are magnesium and silicon.
6061-T6 & 6061-T6511 Aluminum
Physical and Mechanical Properties
Ultimate Tensile Strength, psi : 45,000
Yield Strength, psi : 40,000
Brinell Hardness : 95
Rockwell Hardness : B60
•AMS 4117•ASTM B209•ASTM B210•ASTM B211•ASTM B221•ASTM B234•ASTM B241 (Pipe- Seamless)• ASTM B247 (Forging - Open Die)•ASTM B307•ASTM B313• ASTM B316• ASTM B345 (Pipe- Seamless)• ASTM B361• ASTM B404• ASTM B429• ASTM B483• ASTM B547• ASTM B548 (Plate)• ASTM B632 (Plate)•ASTM F467 (Nuts)• ASTM F468 (Nuts)• DIN 3.3211• MIL A-12545• MIL A-22771• MIL F-17132A (Tread Plate)• MIL F-18280• MIL F-39000• MIL F-3922• MIL G-18014• MIL G-18015• MIL P-25995• MIL T-7081• MIL W-23351• MIL W-85• QQ A-200/16• QQ A-200/8 (Extruded Shapes)• QQ A-225/8• QQ A-250/11• QQ A-367 (Forging - Open Die)• QQ A-430• QQ WW-T-700/6• SAE J454
Chemistry Data :
Aluminum : Balance
Chromium : 0.04 - 0.35
Copper : 0.15 - 0.4
Iron : 0 - 0.7
Magnesium : 0.8 - 1.2
Manganese : 0.15 max
Other : 0.15 max
Remainder Each : 0.05 max
Silicon : 0.4 - 0.8
Titanium : 0.15 max
Zinc : 0.25 max
Principal Design Features
Probably the most commonly available, heat treatable aluminum alloy.
Applications
Commonly used in the manufacture of heavy-duty structures requiring good corrosion resistance, truck and marine components, railroad cars, furniture, tank fittings, general structural and high pressure applications, wire products, and in pipelines.
Machinability
Machinability in the harder T 4 and T6 tempers is good. It is notably less easy to machine in the annealed temper.
Forming
Easily cold worked and formed in the annealed condition. Stamping, bending, spinning, deep drawing are all readily accomplished using standard methods.
Welding
The alloy has very good welding characteristics and may be welded by all of the common welding techniques. Gas tungsten arc welding is generally used for thin sections (less than 0.032") and gas metal arc welding is used for heavier sections. Use alloy 4043 filler wire for best results, although a decrease in T 6 properties will result.
Heat Treatment
Solution heat treat at 990 F for adequate time to allow for thorough heating and then water quench. Precipitation hardening is done at 320 F for 18 hours and air cool, followed by 350 F for 8 hours and air cooling.
Forging
The alloy is capable of being hot forged at temperatures in the range of 900 F to 750 F.
Hot Working
Hot working may be done in the temperature range of 700 F to 500 F.
Cold Working
Cold working in the O temper condition is readily performed. The alloy is notably less easy to cold form in the T 4 and T 6 tempers.
Annealing
Annealing should be done at 775 F for 2 to 3 hours followed by controlled cooling at 50 f per hour down to 500 F, then air cool.
Aging
The aging precipitation heat treatment is done at 350 F for 8 hours followed by air cooling. This produces the T6 temper.
Tempering
Not applicable.
Hardening
See "Aging".
Other Physical Props
Electrical conductivity 40% of copper.
Physical Data
Density (lb / cu. in.) : 0.098
Specific Gravity : 2.7
Melting Point (Deg F) : 1090
Modulus of Elasticity Tension : 10
Modulus of Elasticity Torsion : 3.8
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
Available Forms:
Sheet and Plate ASTM-B209 , FEDERAL-QQ-A-250/11 , ASME-SB209
Tread Plate MIL-F-17132
Wire, Rod and Bar, Rolled or Cold Finished ASTM-B211 , FEDERAL-QQ-A-225/8, ASME-SB211
Wire, Rod, Bar, Profiles (Shapes) and Tube, Extruded ASTM-B221, QQ-A-200/8
Structural Profiles (Shapes) ASTM-B308, ASME-SM308, QQ-A-200/8
Tube, Extruded, Seamless ASTM-B241, ASME-SB241
Pipe, Tube, Drawn, Seamless ASTM-B210, FEDERAL-WW-T-700/6, ASME-SB210
Pipe ASTM-B241 , MILITARY-MIL-P-25995, ASME-SB241
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6063 Architectural Aluminum
6063 is often called architectural aluminum for two reasons - first, it has a surface finish that is far smoother than the other commercially available alloys, and second, its strength is significantly less (roughly half the strength of 6061), making it suited for applications where strength is not the foremost consideration.6063 is rated as "Good" for forming and cold working operations, "Excellent" for anodizing, and "Fair" for machining.
6063-T5 & 6063-T52 Aluminum
Minimum Properties
Ultimate Tensile Strength, psi : 27,000
Yield Strength, psi : 21,000
Brinell Hardness : 60
Chemistry
Aluminum (Al) : 97.5% max
Chromium (Cr) : 0.1% max
Copper (Cu) : 0.1% max
Iron (Fe) : 0.35% max
Magnesium (Mg) : 0.45 - 0.90%
Manganese (Mn) : 0.1% max
Silicon (Si) : 0.2 - 0.6%
Standards
Chemistry Data
Aluminum : Balance
Chromium : 0.1 max
Copper : 0.1 max
Iron : 0.35 max
Magnesium : 0.45 - 0.9
Manganese : 0.1 max
Remainder Each : 0.05 max
Remainder Total : 0.15 max
Silicon : 0.2 - 0.6
Titanium : 0.1 max
Zinc : 0.1 max
Principal Design Features
This is generally considered to be an extrusion alloy that is heat treatable for strengthening.
Applications
Commonly used in the manufacture of furniture, windows, stair rails, and in pipe railing. Commonly used in architectural extrusions.
Machinability
Machinability is considered to be average for this alloy.
Forming
Forming ability, either hot or cold, is good.
Welding
The alloy is readily welded by all of the conventional methods. Filler rod should be of the same alloy or AL 4043 alloy.
Heat Treatment
Solution heat treat at 970 F for 1 hour followed by water quench. This produces T 4 temper. Other tempers are accomplished by aging.
Forging
Hot forging may be done in the range of 500 F to 950 F.
Hot Working
Hot working, as with forging, may be done at temperatures above 500 F up to maximum of 950 F.
Cold Working
Cold working characteristics are good for all conventional forming methods.
Annealing
Anneal at 775 F for 3 hours and use controlled cooling at rate of 50 F per hour down to 500 F. Then air cool.
Aging
Aging is done at a temperature of 350 F for 8 hours for T 6 and T 62 tempers. Age at 360 F for 3 hours to get T5 temper.
Tempering
Not applicable.
Hardening
Hardens due to aging heat treatment and cold working. See "Aging".
Other Physical Props
Electrical conductivity 50% of copper.
Other Mechanical Props
Shear strength for various tempers is: O temper 10, ksi . T 5 temper 17 ksi. T 83 temper 22 ksi
Physical Data :
Density (lb / cu. in.) : 0.097
Specific Gravity : 2.7
Melting Point (Deg F) : 1150
Modulus of Elasticity Tension : 10
Modulus of Elasticity Torsion : 3
Aluminum Mill Product Specifications
Available Forms:
Wire, Rod, Bar, Profiles (Shapes), And Tube ASTM-B221 , ASME-SB221, QQ-A-200/9
Tube, Extruded, Seamless ASTM-B241 , ASME-SB241
Tube, Drawn, Seamless ASTM-B210 , ASME-SB210
Pipe ASTM-B241 , MILITARY-MIL-P-25995, ASME-SB241
Structural Pipe and Tube, Extruded B429
