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# 6002 Aluminum Alloy Technical Datasheet ## Material Overview 6002 Aluminum Alloy is a heat-treatable aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy from the 6xxx series, specifically designed for applications requiring good strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and superior extrudability. This alloy offers a balanced combination of mechanical properties and manufacturing versatility, making it particularly suitable for automotive, transportation, and structural applications. --- ## 1. Chemical Composition (Weight %) | Element | Composition Range | |---------|-------------------| | Aluminum (Al) | Balance | | Silicon (Si) | 0.50 - 0.90 | | Magnesium (Mg) | 0.40 - 0.80 | | Manganese (Mn) | 0.10 - 0.30 | | Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.35 | | Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.20 | | Chromium (Cr) | ≤ 0.20 | | Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.20 | | Titanium (Ti) | ≤ 0.10 | | Other Elements (Each) | ≤ 0.05 | | Other Elements (Total) | ≤ 0.15 | --- ## 2. Physical Properties | Property | Value | |----------|-------| | Density | 2.70 g/cm³ | | Melting Range | 585 - 650 °C | | Electrical Conductivity | 40-45% IACS | | Thermal Conductivity | 180 - 190 W/m·K | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (20-100°C) | 23.4 × 10⁻⁶/°C | | Modulus of Elasticity | 69 GPa | | Specific Heat Capacity | 900 J/kg·K | --- ## 3. Mechanical Properties (T6 Temper) | Property | Typical Value | |----------|---------------| | Tensile Strength | 270 - 320 MPa | | Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) | 240 - 290 MPa | | Elongation (%) | 10 - 14% | | Hardness (Brinell) | 85 - 95 HB | | Shear Strength | 180 - 220 MPa | | Fatigue Strength | 110 - 130 MPa | --- ## 4. Technical Applications ### Primary Application Sectors: - **Automotive Components** - Seat frames and structures - Body structural reinforcements - Bumper systems - Chassis components - **Transportation Industry** - Truck and trailer components - Railway carriage parts - Bus structural members - Transportation equipment - **Structural Applications** - Architectural structures - Bridge components - Building frameworks - Structural supports - **General Engineering** - Machinery components - Equipment frames - Industrial structures - Material handling equipment --- ## 5. International Standards Compliance | Standard Organization | Designation | |----------------------|-------------| | Aluminum Association | AA 6002 | | ASTM International | ASTM B221-6002 | | European Standards | EN AW-6002 | | Japanese Standards | JIS A6002 | | International Standards | ISO 6361-2 | --- ## 6. Material Characteristics ### Key Advantages: - Good strength-to-weight ratio - Excellent corrosion resistance - Superior extrudability characteristics - Good weldability and joinability - Excellent surface finish capability - Good machinability ### Special Features: - **Heat Treatment Response** - Good response to solution heat treatment - Excellent aging characteristics - Stable mechanical properties after aging - Consistent performance in T6 temper - **Corrosion Performance** - Excellent atmospheric corrosion resistance - Good resistance to industrial environments - Suitable for marine applications with protection - Good stress corrosion cracking resistance --- ## 7. Processing Characteristics ### Manufacturing Considerations: - **Extrusion Technology** - Excellent extrudability - Suitable for complex profiles - Good surface finish in as-extruded condition - Consistent mechanical properties - **Welding Technology** - Good weldability using MIG and TIG methods - Recommended filler alloys: 4043, 5356 - Good weld appearance - Post-weld aging may be required - **Heat Treatment** - Solution treatment: 530-550°C - Artificial aging: 160-180°C - Good quench sensitivity - Consistent aging response - **Machining** - Good machinability in T6 temper - Produces good surface finish - Suitable for high-speed machining - Good chip characteristics --- ## 8. Quality Assurance ### Testing & Certification: - Mechanical property testing - Chemical composition analysis - Corrosion resistance evaluation - Non-destructive testing capability - Dimensional inspection - Mill test certificates per EN 10204 3.1 --- ## Technical Note 6002 Aluminum Alloy provides an excellent balance of mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and manufacturing versatility, making it particularly valuable for automotive, transportation, and structural applications. The alloy's optimized chemical composition ensures good extrudability while maintaining adequate strength characteristics after heat treatment. Its combination of good weldability, excellent corrosion resistance, and consistent performance in various manufacturing processes makes it a reliable choice for engineers designing components that require both structural integrity and long-term durability. The material's proven performance in automotive applications and its ability to be formed into complex profiles through extrusion processes establish it as a preferred material for weight-sensitive applications where strength, corrosion resistance, and manufacturing efficiency are critical requirements.

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