6063-T832 Aluminum alloy,Aluminum 6063-T832 alloy,E FORU

### **Aluminum 6063-T832 Alloy: Product Introduction** **Overview** Aluminum 6063-T832 is a specialized temper of the 6063 aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy that has undergone **solution heat treatment, controlled cold working, and artificial aging**. This specific temper designation represents an **advanced thermal-mechanical processing** sequence designed to achieve **enhanced mechanical properties and improved performance characteristics**. The T832 condition offers a unique combination of **high strength, good stress corrosion resistance, and dimensional stability**, making it suitable for demanding structural 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** | 46-50% IACS | 46-50% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 160-175 W/m·K | 930-1015 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-T832:** | Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value | |----------|--------------|----------------| | **Tensile Strength** | 250-280 MPa | 36-41 ksi | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 230-260 MPa | 33-38 ksi | | **Elongation (in 50mm)** | 4-7% | 4-7% | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 90-100 HB | 90-100 HB | | **Shear Strength** | 160-180 MPa | 23-26 ksi | | **Fatigue Strength** | 100-118 MPa | 15-17 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** **High-Strength Structural Applications:** - Heavy-load architectural structures - Structural reinforcement components - High-stress building elements - Bridge and infrastructure components **Transportation and Automotive:** - Automotive safety components - Truck and bus structural members - Railway vehicle structural parts - Specialized transportation equipment **Industrial and Machinery:** - High-stress machinery components - Industrial equipment frames - Material handling system structures - Precision industrial components **Specialized Applications:** - Defense equipment structures - High-performance architectural systems - Specialized electrical applications - Marine structural components --- #### **6. Key Characteristics & Advantages** * **Enhanced Mechanical Properties:** Superior strength and hardness characteristics * **Improved Stress Corrosion Resistance:** Excellent performance in demanding environments * **Good Dimensional Stability:** Suitable for precision applications * **Enhanced Fatigue Performance:** Superior resistance to cyclic loading * **Good Thermal Stability:** Maintains properties under thermal variations * **Controlled Anisotropy:** Predictable mechanical properties * **Adequate Corrosion Resistance:** Maintains good atmospheric corrosion resistance --- #### **7. Heat Treatment Process** **Solution Heat Treatment:** - Temperature: 515-525°C (960-980°F) - Time: Controlled for complete solutionizing - Quenching: Rapid controlled quenching process **Cold Working Process:** - Method: Controlled cold reduction - Reduction: 8-15% typical - Process: Precision controlled deformation **Artificial Aging:** - Temperature: 175-185°C (347-365°F) - Time: 6-10 hours - Control: Precise parameter monitoring --- #### **8. Processing and Fabrication** **Machining Characteristics:** - Good machinability with proper techniques - Requires carbide tooling for optimal results - Good surface finish achievable - Appropriate cooling and lubrication essential **Forming Limitations:** - Very limited formability - Suitable only for minor straightening - Specialized equipment required - Not recommended for significant forming operations **Joining Methods:** - Weldable with qualified procedures - Requires specialized welding techniques - Post-weld heat treatment recommended - Mechanical fastening preferred **Surface Treatment Compatibility:** - Suitable for anodizing applications - Good for powder coating - Maintains surface integrity - Chemical treatments applicable --- #### **9. Quality Assurance** **Testing and Verification:** - Comprehensive mechanical testing - Chemical composition analysis - Microstructural examination - Non-destructive testing requirements **Quality Documentation:** - Mill test certificates per standards - Process control records - Full traceability documentation - Compliance certification --- **Technical Note:** Aluminum 6063-T832 represents a specialized high-performance temper within the 6063 alloy system. The combination of solution heat treatment, controlled cold working, and artificial aging produces a material with enhanced mechanical properties suitable for the most demanding structural applications. While this temper offers limited formability, it provides exceptional strength and stability characteristics that make it invaluable for applications where standard tempers cannot meet performance requirements. The T832 condition is particularly valuable for components requiring high strength-to-weight ratio and excellent resistance to stress corrosion cracking.

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 2007 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.