6063 Aluminum Alloy is well-known for its superior mechanical qualities and corrosion resistance, making it an ideal choice for architectural, structural, and industrial applications. This alloy, made of aluminum, magnesium, and silicon, strikes a nice compromise between strength and workability.
Key features:
High strength-to-weight ratio
Excellent corrosion resistance
Excellent formability and weldability
Available in a variety of temperatures
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Product Name |
Aluminum Sheet |
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Material |
1000 Series: 1050,1060,1070, 1100. |
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Thickness |
>0.2mm or as required |
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Width |
100-2000mm or Customization |
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Length |
1m-12m or as required |
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Surface |
mill, bright, polished, checkered,embossed, etc |
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Model No. |
6061 |
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Standard |
ASTM,GB,EN |
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Application |
The applications of 6061 include aerospace fixtures, electrical fixtures, and communication fields. It is also widely used in automated mechanical parts, precision processing, mold manufacturing, electronics and precision instruments, SMT, PC board soldering carriers, and so on. |
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Package |
Export standard package: Solid wood pallet, plywood |
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Chemical composition |
6000 series:Si:0.4-0.8,Fe:0.70,Cu:0.15-0.4, Mn:0.15,Mg:0.8-1.2, Cr:0.04-0.35,Zn:0.25,Ti:0.15,Ni:---,Else:(Every:0.05,Total:0.15),AL:Remain |
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Mechanical properties |
6000 series:Tensile strength/Rm/Mpa(>=):240;Yield strength/Rp0.2/Mpa(>=):190;Strain (extension rate)/%(>=):6;Hardness/ HBWα(>=):80 |
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Al (Min) |
90% |
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Yield (≥ MPa) |
240 |
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Temper |
T351-T651 |
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Ultimate Strength (≥ MPa) |
290 |
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Hardness |
95 |
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Alloy Or Not |
Alloy |
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Tempering state |
T6,T651,T5,H112,O |
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Specification |
1250x2500mm , 1500x3000mm , 1220x2440mm or Customizable |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of 6063 Aluminium vary depending on the temper of the material. Below is a detailed table summarizing these properties:
Tensile Strength
| Temper | Tensile Strength (MPa) |
| 6063 O | 89.6 MPa |
| 6063 T4 | 172 MPa |
| 6063 T5 | 186 MPa |
| 6063 T6 | 241 MPa |
Yield Strength
| Temper | Yield Strength (MPa) |
| 6063 O | 48.3 MPa |
| 6063 T4 | 89.6 MPa |
| 6063 T5 | 145 MPa |
| 6063 T6 | 214 MPa |
Elongation
| Temper | Elongation (%) |
| 6063 O | 21 |
| 6063 T4 | 17 |
| 6063 T5 | 11 |
| 6063 T6 | 11 |
Hardness
| Temper | Hardness (Brinell) |
| 6063 O | 25 |
| 6063 T4 | 46 |
| 6063 T5 | 60 |
| 6063 T6 | 73 |
Chemical Composition
6063 Aluminium Alloy consists of the following elements:
| Element | Composition (%) |
| Aluminium (Al) | <= 97.5 % |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.20 – 0.60 |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.35 max |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.10 max |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.10 max |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.45 – 0.90 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.10 max |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.10 max |
| Titanium (Ti) | 0.10 max |
| Others (each) | 0.05 max |
| Others (total) | 0.15 max |
Physical Properties
6063 Aluminium Alloy exhibits the following physical properties:
| Property | Value |
| Density | 2.7 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 616 – 654 °C (1140 – 1210 °F) |
| Thermal Conductivity | 201-218 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity: Equal Volume | 49 to 58 % IACS |
| Specific Heat Capacity | 900 J/kg-K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 23 µm/m-K |
6063 Aluminum Sheet Plates are widely utilized in a variety of sectors. Here are a few common applications:
Architectural Applications: 6063 Aluminium is commonly utilized in architectural applications due to its high corrosion resistance and formability. Typical applications include:
Window frames
Door frames
Curtain Walls
Roof and Siding
Electrical Applications:
Because of its excellent electrical conductivity, 6063 aluminum is utilized in:
Bus bars
Heat sinks
Electronic enclosures
Automotive Applications
The lightweight nature of 6063 aluminum makes it perfect for automotive parts, such as:
Door handles
Fuel tanks
Decorative trimmings.
Furniture and Decorative Applications: 6063 Aluminium's formability and visual appeal make it ideal for:
Furniture Frames
Handles and Moldings
Decorative pieces
Industrial Applications
Its strength and corrosion resistance make it suitable for a variety of industrial uses, including:
conveyor systems
Machine Parts
Piping systems
6063 vs. 6061 Aluminium
6061 aluminum is a stronger alloy that is ideal for structural applications such as frames, braces, and aircraft components, whereas 6063 aluminum is referred to as "architectural aluminum" due to its superior extrudability, finer surface finish, and corrosion resistance, making it better suited for window frames, furniture, and decorative trim. 6063 is also more machinable and easier to mold into complicated shapes than 6061, which has higher mechanical integrity.
6063 T5 vs. 6063 T6
| Property | 6063 T5 | 6063 T6 |
| Tempering Process | Artificially aged, then cooled | Solution heat treated, then artificially aged |
| Tensile Strength | Lower than T6 | Higher than T5 |
| Flexibility | More flexible | Less flexible |
| Applications | Architectural where flexibility is needed | Structural where higher strength is required |