6082-T6 Aluminum alloy,Aluminum 6082-T6 alloy,E FORU

### **Aluminum 6082-T6 Alloy: Product Introduction** **Overview** Aluminum 6082-T6 is a high-strength aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy supplied in the solution heat-treated and artificially aged condition. This temper represents the **peak strength condition** for the 6082 alloy system, offering **exceptional mechanical properties** combined with excellent corrosion resistance. The T6 treatment provides the **maximum practical strength** for this alloy, making it one of the most widely used structural aluminum alloys in Europe for demanding applications requiring high strength-to-weight ratio and reliability. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Minimum (%) | Maximum (%) | |---------|-------------|-------------| | Silicon (Si) | 0.7 | 1.3 | | Iron (Fe) | - | 0.50 | | Copper (Cu) | - | 0.10 | | Manganese (Mn) | 0.40 | 1.0 | | Magnesium (Mg) | 0.6 | 1.2 | | Chromium (Cr) | 0.25 | 0.35 | | Zinc (Zn) | - | 0.20 | | Titanium (Ti) | - | 0.10 | | Other (Each) | - | 0.05 | | Other (Total) | - | 0.15 | | **Aluminum (Al)** | **Balance** | | --- #### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value | |----------|--------------|----------------| | **Density** | 2.71 g/cm³ | 0.0979 lb/in³ | | **Melting Range** | 555-650 °C | 1031-1202 °F | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 43-47% IACS | 43-47% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 160-175 W/m·K | 930-1015 BTU·in/(hr·ft²·°F) | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.5 × 10⁻⁶/°C | 13.05 × 10⁻⁶/°F | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 69.0 GPa | 10,007 ksi | --- #### **3. Mechanical Properties** **Typical Mechanical Properties for 6082-T6:** | Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value | |----------|--------------|----------------| | **Tensile Strength** | 310-340 MPa | 45-49 ksi | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 260-280 MPa | 38-41 ksi | | **Elongation (in 50mm)** | 10-14% | 10-14% | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 95-105 HB | 95-105 HB | | **Shear Strength** | 190-210 MPa | 28-30 ksi | | **Fatigue Strength** | 120-140 MPa | 17-20 ksi | | **Compressive Yield Strength** | 260-280 MPa | 38-41 ksi | --- #### **4. International Standards** * **European Standards (EN):** * EN 573-3: Chemical composition (Designation: EN AW-6082) * 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 * **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 --- #### **5. Product Applications** **Transportation Industry:** - Truck and bus chassis components - Railway vehicle structural members - Marine and shipbuilding structures - Automotive structural components **Construction and Architecture:** - Structural glazing systems - Bridge components and structures - Building structural frameworks - Architectural support structures **Industrial Equipment:** - Crane and lifting equipment components - Material handling system structures - Heavy machinery frames - Industrial platform components **Marine and Offshore:** - Ship superstructures - Offshore platform components - Marine structural elements - Dock and harbor structures --- #### **6. Key Characteristics & Advantages** * **High Strength-to-Weight Ratio:** Excellent mechanical properties with lightweight characteristics * **Excellent Corrosion Resistance:** Particularly good performance in marine environments * **Good Weldability:** Can be welded using all common methods with proper procedures * **Good Machinability:** Can be machined to precise tolerances with appropriate techniques * **Excellent Extrudability:** Suitable for complex structural profiles * **Superior Fatigue Performance:** Good resistance to cyclic loading conditions * **Good Anodizing Response:** Suitable for architectural applications requiring surface treatment --- #### **7. Heat Treatment Process** **Solution Heat Treatment:** - Temperature: 525-535°C (977-995°F) - Time: 30-60 minutes depending on thickness - Quenching: Rapid water quenching **Artificial Aging Process:** - Temperature: 160-170°C (320-338°F) - Time: 8-10 hours - Cooling: Air cooling to room temperature --- #### **8. Processing and Fabrication** **Machining Characteristics:** - Good machinability with carbide tooling - Requires appropriate cutting parameters - Good surface finish achievable - Suitable for precision machining operations **Forming Limitations:** - Limited formability in T6 condition - Suitable only for minor straightening operations - Specialized equipment required for any forming - High springback characteristics **Joining Methods:** - Good weldability using TIG and MIG methods - Requires qualified welding procedures - Post-weld heat treatment recommended for critical applications - Mechanical fastening preferred **Surface Treatment Compatibility:** - Excellent for anodizing applications - Suitable for powder coating and painting - Chemical conversion coatings applicable - Good paint adhesion characteristics --- #### **9. Quality Assurance** **Testing Requirements:** - Comprehensive mechanical property testing - Chemical composition analysis - Microstructural examination - Non-destructive testing as required **Certification:** - Mill test certificates per EN 10204 3.1/3.2 - Process control documentation - Full traceability records - Third-party inspection available --- **Technical Note:** Aluminum 6082-T6 represents one of the most important structural aluminum alloys in the European market, offering an excellent combination of high strength, good corrosion resistance, and manufacturability. The alloy's optimized chemistry, with controlled manganese and chromium content, provides reliable mechanical properties through proper heat treatment. 6082-T6 is particularly valued for structural applications in transportation and construction where its combination of properties meets the demanding requirements of modern engineering designs. While it offers limited formability in the T6 condition, its superior strength characteristics and excellent corrosion resistance make it a preferred choice for structural components exposed to challenging environmental conditions.

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 2027 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.