6061 Aluminum Sheet
Characteristics
6061 aluminum sheet is a popular material due to its strength, low weight, formability and resistance to moisture, heat and corrosion. 6061 aluminum sheet has an ultimate tensile strength of at least 42,000 psi and yield strength of at least 35,000 psi making it ideal for a wide range of applications. 6061 aluminum is the most widely used aluminum grade.
Applications
6061 aluminum sheet is used for:
- automotive parts
- heat exchange parts
- gussets
- machined components
- pressure vessels
- structural framing
Sizes of 6061 Sheet
- 032 – 190 48”/60” X144”
- Standard lengths are 8', 10' and 12' (other sizes can be cut from coil)
Typical Chemical Properties
|
Silicon, Max % |
0.8 |
|
Iron, Max % |
0.7 |
|
Copper, Max % |
0.4 |
|
Manganese, Max % |
0.15 |
|
Magnesium, Max % |
1.2 |
|
Chromium, Max % |
0.35 |
|
Zinc, Max % |
0.25 |
|
Titanium, Max % |
0.15 |
Typical Mechanical Properties
|
Tensile Strength ksi |
180 |
|
Yield 0.2% Offset ksi |
110 |
|
Elongation |
14 |
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