6063-T1 Aluminum alloy,Aluminum 6063-T1 alloy,E FORU

### **Aluminum 6063-T1 Alloy: Product Introduction** **Overview** Aluminum 6063-T1 is a heat-treatable aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy supplied after extrusion and cooling from an elevated temperature, followed by partial precipitation hardening at room temperature. This temper provides **moderate strength with good formability**, making it suitable for applications requiring some mechanical properties while maintaining adequate workability. The T1 condition represents a naturally aged state that offers a balanced combination of characteristics for general-purpose applications. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Minimum (%) | Maximum (%) | |---------|-------------|-------------| | Silicon (Si) | 0.20 | 0.60 | | Iron (Fe) | - | 0.35 | | Copper (Cu) | - | 0.10 | | Manganese (Mn) | - | 0.10 | | Magnesium (Mg) | 0.45 | 0.90 | | Chromium (Cr) | - | 0.10 | | Zinc (Zn) | - | 0.10 | | Titanium (Ti) | - | 0.10 | | Other (Each) | - | 0.05 | | Other (Total) | - | 0.15 | | **Aluminum (Al)** | **Balance** | | --- #### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value | |----------|--------------|----------------| | **Density** | 2.70 g/cm³ | 0.0975 lb/in³ | | **Melting Range** | 615-655 °C | 1140-1210 °F | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 55-59% IACS | 55-59% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 190-205 W/m·K | 1100-1190 BTU·in/(hr·ft²·°F) | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.4 × 10⁻⁶/°C | 13.0 × 10⁻⁶/°F | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 68.9 GPa | 10,000 ksi | --- #### **3. Mechanical Properties** **Typical Mechanical Properties for 6063-T1:** | Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value | |----------|--------------|----------------| | **Tensile Strength** | 120-150 MPa | 17-22 ksi | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 60-90 MPa | 9-13 ksi | | **Elongation (in 50mm)** | 14-20% | 14-20% | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 40-55 HB | 40-55 HB | | **Shear Strength** | 85-105 MPa | 12-15 ksi | | **Fatigue Strength** | 60-75 MPa | 9-11 ksi | --- #### **4. International Standards** * **ASTM Standards:** * ASTM B221: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes * ASTM B210: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Drawn Seamless Tubes * **European Standards (EN):** * EN 573-3: Chemical composition (Designation: EN AW-6063) * EN 755-2: Mechanical properties for extruded products * **ISO Standards:** * ISO 6361-2: Wrought aluminum and aluminum alloy sheets, strips and plates * ISO 6362-2: Wrought aluminum and aluminum alloy extruded rods/bars, tubes and profiles --- #### **5. Product Applications** **General Engineering:** - Medium-strength structural components - Machinery parts requiring moderate strength - Equipment frames and supports - General-purpose fixtures **Architectural Applications:** - Window and door components - Interior architectural features - Decorative trim elements - Display system components **Electrical Industry:** - Bus bar supports - Electrical enclosures - Conduit systems - Cable management systems **Consumer Products:** - Furniture components - Appliance parts - Recreational equipment - General hardware items --- #### **6. Key Characteristics & Advantages** * **Good Formability:** Maintains adequate ductility for bending and forming operations * **Moderate Strength:** Provides better mechanical properties than O temper while maintaining workability * **Excellent Surface Quality:** Ideal for applications requiring high-quality surface finish * **Good Corrosion Resistance:** Maintains excellent corrosion resistance characteristic of 6xxx series alloys * **Cost-Effective:** No artificial aging required, reducing production costs * **Good Weldability:** All common welding methods can be successfully employed * **Age-Hardenable:** Can be further artificially aged to higher strength tempers if required --- #### **7. Heat Treatment Characteristics** **Natural Aging Process:** - Precipitation hardening occurs at room temperature - Properties stabilize within 1-4 weeks after extrusion - No additional heat treatment required - Stable long-term properties **Potential for Further Aging:** - Can be artificially aged to T5 or T6 temper - Additional strength development possible - Requires controlled aging process --- #### **8. Processing and Fabrication** **Forming Characteristics:** - Suitable for moderate bending operations - Good for roll forming and stretching - Adequate for mechanical deformation - Reasonable springback characteristics **Machining Properties:** - Good machinability in T1 condition - Better chip formation than softer tempers - Good surface finish achievable - Suitable for most machining operations **Joining Methods:** - Excellent weldability using TIG and MIG methods - Good for brazing and soldering - Suitable for adhesive bonding - Mechanical fastening easily accomplished **Surface Treatment:** - Excellent for anodizing - Suitable for painting and powder coating - Good for chemical conversion coatings - Ideal for decorative finishes --- #### **9. Quality and Standards Compliance** **Testing Requirements:** - Mechanical property verification - Chemical composition analysis - Surface quality inspection - Dimensional accuracy checks **Typical Deliverable Conditions:** - As-extruded and naturally aged - Standard mill finish available - Custom lengths and sections - Various surface treatment options Aluminum 6063-T1 offers a practical balance between mechanical properties and manufacturing flexibility, serving as an economical choice for applications where the highest strength is not required but better performance than annealed material is desired. Its natural aging characteristics make it particularly suitable for applications requiring stable properties over time with minimal processing.

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 2001 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.