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### **2006 Aluminum Alloy Product Introduction** **1. Overview** 2006 Aluminum Alloy is a heat-treatable aluminum alloy from the 2xxx series, characterized by its excellent combination of high strength and good corrosion resistance. As a copper-containing alloy, it responds well to precipitation hardening treatments, making it suitable for applications requiring superior mechanical properties and durability in various environmental conditions. **2. Chemical Composition (Typical, % by Weight)** The composition features controlled copper content with strategic alloying additions. | Element | Content (%) | |---------|-------------| | **Aluminum (Al)** | Balance | | **Copper (Cu)** | 3.8-4.5 | | **Magnesium (Mg)** | 0.40-0.8 | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.50-0.9 | | **Iron (Fe)** | ≤0.20 | | **Zinc (Zn)** | ≤0.15 | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 0.20-0.6 | | **Chromium (Cr)** | 0.10-0.25 | | **Other Elements (Each)** | ≤0.05 | | **Other Elements (Total)** | ≤0.15 | *Note: The balanced alloy composition provides optimal strength and improved corrosion resistance characteristics.* **3. Physical Properties** | Property | Value | |----------|-------| | **Density** | 2.79 g/cm³ | | **Melting Point** | 560-650°C | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 45% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 158 W/(m·K) | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.1 × 10⁻⁶/K (20-100°C) | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 71.5 GPa | **4. Mechanical Properties (Typical)** Properties demonstrate excellent response to heat treatment. | Temper | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | |--------|------------------------|----------------------|----------------| | **O (Annealed)** | 240-280 | 120-150 | 15-20 | | **T4 (Solution Heat Treated)** | 380-420 | 240-280 | 15-20 | | **T6 (Peak Aged)** | 440-480 | 380-420 | 10-15 | *Key Characteristics:* * **High Strength-to-Weight Ratio**: Excellent mechanical properties * **Good Corrosion Resistance**: Superior to many 2xxx series alloys * **Excellent Fatigue Strength**: Performs well under cyclic loading * **Good Machinability**: Responds well to machining operations **5. Product Applications** 2006 aluminum is utilized in various high-strength applications across multiple industries. * **Aerospace Components**: Aircraft structural parts and fittings * **Automotive Industry**: Suspension components and structural parts * **Marine Applications**: Boat fittings and marine hardware * **Industrial Machinery**: High-strength machine components * **Transportation Systems**: Railway and vehicle components * **Sporting Equipment**: High-performance sports gear * **Defense Applications**: Military equipment components **6. International Standards** 2006 aluminum is recognized under major international standardization systems. | Standard System | Designation | |-----------------|-------------| | **ISO** | AlCu4SiMg | | **EN (Europe)** | EN AW-2006 | | **ASTM (USA)** | ASTM B211 2006 | | **UNS (USA)** | UNS A92006 | | **JIS (Japan)** | A2006 | | **GB (China)** | 2A06 | --- **Summary** **2006 Aluminum Alloy** is a **high-performance aluminum-copper alloy** that offers an **exceptional balance of strength, corrosion resistance, and manufacturability**. With its optimized copper content (3.8-4.5%) and strategic additions of magnesium and silicon, this alloy achieves excellent mechanical properties through precipitation hardening while maintaining improved corrosion resistance compared to traditional high-copper aluminum alloys. The combination of high strength-to-weight ratio, good fatigue performance, and enhanced environmental durability makes 2006 aluminum particularly valuable for aerospace applications, automotive components, marine hardware, and various industrial uses. Its well-balanced characteristics establish it as a reliable choice for applications demanding both structural performance and long-term durability in challenging environments.

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 1497 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.