Aluminum 6061-T6 Material Information
Specifications
| Physical Properties | Metric | English | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 2.7 g/cc | 0.0975 lb/in³ | AA; Typical |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric | English | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness, Rockwell B | 60 | 60 | Converted from Brinell Hardness Value |
| Hardness, Vickers | 107 | 107 | Converted from Brinell Hardness Value |
| Ultimate Tensile Strength | 310 MPa | 45000 psi | AA: Typical |
| Tensile Yield Strength | 276 MPa | 40000 psi | AA: Typical |
| Elongation at Break | 12% | 12% | AA; Typical; 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) Thickness |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 68.9 Gpa | 10000 ksi | AA; Typical; Average of tension and compression. Compression modulus is about 2% greater than tensile modulus |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.33 | 0.33 | Estimated from trends in similar Al alloys. |
| Fatigue Strength | 96.5 MPa | 14000 psi | AA; 500,000,000 cycles completely reversed stress; RR Moore machine/specimen |
| Fracture Toughness | 29 MPa-m½ | 26.4 ksi-in½ | KIC; TL orientation. |
| Shear Strength | 207 MPa | 30000 psi | AA: Typical |
| Electrical Properties | Metric | English | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Resistivity | 3.99e-006 ohm-cm | 3.99e-006 ohm-cm | AA: Typical |
| Thermal Properties | Metric | English | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| CTE, linear 68°F | 23.6 μm/m-°C | 13.1 μin/in-°F | AA; Typical; Average over 68-212°F range. |
| CTE, linear 250°C | 25.2 μm/m-°C | 14 μin/in-°F | Estimated from trends in similar Al alloys. 20-300°C. |
| Thermal Conductivity | 167 W/m-K | 1160 BTU-in/hr-ft²-°F | AA; Typical at 77°F |
| Melting Point | 582 – 652 °C | 1080 – 1205 °F | AA; Typical range based on typical composition for wrought products 1/4 inch thickness or greater; Eutectic melting can be completely eliminated by homogenization. |
| Solidus | 582 °C | 1080 °F | AA: Typical |
| Liquidus | 652 °C | 1205 °F | AA: Typical |
NOTE: The information in this data sheet is for design guidance only. Forming methods and specific geometry could affect properties.
Overview
Aluminum 6061-T6 is the one of the most common types of aluminum metals used in the industrial world today. With its high strength-to-weight ratio and excellent machinability, it is perfect for applications in aerospace, transportation equipment and construction materials manufacturing. Aluminum 6061-T6 is generally heat treated and artificially aged for maximum strength.
Applications & Usage
- Wings and Fuselages
- Helicopter and Plane Propellers
- Automotive products such as hydraulic tubing, fuel lines, and wheels
- Electrical Transmission Towers
- Air Conditioners
- Food Packaging
- Shelving
- Sports equipment such as bicycle frames, drinking bottles, baseball bats, tennis rackets, and stadium bleachers
- Mounting Equipment
- Railings & Safety Guards
Industries Using This Material
- Semiconductor
- Machining
- Energy
- Aerospace
- Telecom
- Packaging