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### **Aluminum 6064A Alloy: Product Introduction** **Overview** Aluminum 6064A is an enhanced variant of the 6064 aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy, featuring modified chemical composition limits to achieve improved mechanical properties and performance characteristics. This alloy is specifically designed to provide a superior combination of **high strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and good extrudability**, making it suitable for demanding structural applications, particularly in the transportation and architectural sectors. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Minimum (%) | Maximum (%) | Notes | |---------|-------------|-------------|-------| | Silicon (Si) | 0.8 | 1.3 | Enhanced range for improved strength | | Iron (Fe) | - | 0.30 | Tighter control for better formability | | Copper (Cu) | 0.15 | 0.40 | Optimized for strength enhancement | | Manganese (Mn) | 0.10 | 0.30 | Improved grain structure control | | Magnesium (Mg) | 0.7 | 1.1 | Enhanced for superior Mg₂Si formation | | Chromium (Cr) | 0.10 | 0.25 | Improved corrosion resistance | | Zinc (Zn) | - | 0.15 | Controlled impurity | | Titanium (Ti) | - | 0.10 | Grain refiner | | Other (Each) | - | 0.05 | - | | Other (Total) | - | 0.15 | - | | **Aluminum (Al)** | **Balance** | | | --- #### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value | |----------|--------------|----------------| | **Density** | 2.71 g/cm³ | 0.0979 lb/in³ | | **Melting Range** | 580-645 °C | 1076-1193 °F | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 46-50% IACS | 46-50% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 165-180 W/m·K | 957-1045 BTU·in/(hr·ft²·°F) | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.6 × 10⁻⁶/°C | 13.1 × 10⁻⁶/°F | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 69.0 GPa | 10,007 ksi | --- #### **3. Mechanical Properties** **Typical Mechanical Properties by Temper:** | Property | T4 Temper | T6 Temper | |----------|-----------|-----------| | **Tensile Strength** | 230-270 MPa | 290-330 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 130-160 MPa | 260-300 MPa | | **Elongation (in 50mm)** | 14-18% | 8-12% | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 65-75 HB | 95-105 HB | | **Shear Strength** | 150-180 MPa | 190-220 MPa | | **Fatigue Strength** | 90-110 MPa | 110-130 MPa | --- #### **4. International Standards** * **European Standards (EN):** * EN 573-3: Chemical composition (Designation: EN AW-6064A) * EN 755-2: Mechanical properties for extruded products * EN 485-2: Sheet and plate specifications * **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 * **National Standards:** * GB/T 3190 (China) * JIS H4040 (Japan) --- #### **5. Product Applications** **Transportation Industry:** - Automotive structural components - Truck chassis elements - Railway vehicle structures - Bus frame components **Architectural Applications:** - High-strength curtain wall systems - Structural glazing supports - Heavy-duty window and door frames - Architectural structural members **Marine Engineering:** - Ship structural components - Marine platform elements - Offshore structure parts **Industrial Equipment:** - Heavy machinery frames - Material handling equipment - Industrial automation components --- #### **6. Key Characteristics & Advantages** * **Enhanced Mechanical Properties:** Superior strength compared to standard 6064 alloy * **Excellent Corrosion Resistance:** Improved performance in harsh environments * **Good Extrudability:** Capable of producing complex profiles * **Superior Fatigue Strength:** Enhanced durability under cyclic loading * **Good Weldability:** Suitable for various welding techniques * **Excellent Anodizing Response:** Good surface treatment capabilities * **Improved Thermal Stability:** Maintains properties at elevated temperatures --- #### **7. Heat Treatment Characteristics** **Solution Heat Treatment:** - Temperature: 525-535°C (977-995°F) - Time: 30-60 minutes - Quenching: Rapid water quenching **Artificial Aging (T6):** - Temperature: 175-185°C (347-365°F) - Time: 6-10 hours - Cooling: Air cooling --- #### **8. Processing and Fabrication** **Extrusion Characteristics:** - Good for medium-complexity profiles - Suitable for structural sections - Reasonable extrusion speeds - Good surface quality **Machining Properties:** - Good machinability in T6 temper - Requires appropriate tooling - Good surface finish achievable - Suitable for precision components **Forming Operations:** - Best formability in T4 temper - Suitable for moderate bending - Good for straightening operations - Adequate for roll forming **Joining Methods:** - Excellent TIG and MIG weldability - Good for resistance welding - Suitable for adhesive bonding - Mechanical fastening easily accomplished --- #### **9. Quality Assurance** **Testing Requirements:** - Mechanical property verification - Chemical composition analysis - Surface quality inspection - Dimensional accuracy checks **Certification Standards:** - EN 10204 3.1/3.2 certification - Third-party inspection available - Full traceability maintained - Quality documentation provided --- **Technical Note:** Aluminum 6064A represents an advanced version of the 6064 alloy system, offering enhanced performance characteristics for demanding applications. Its optimized chemical composition provides improved strength and corrosion resistance while maintaining good manufacturing characteristics. The alloy is particularly valuable for structural applications in transportation and architecture where higher performance requirements must be met without compromising on durability and corrosion resistance.

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 2010 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.