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### **Aluminum 6106 Alloy: Product Introduction** **Overview** Aluminum 6106 is a heat-treatable aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy that offers a **balanced combination of medium strength, good extrudability, and excellent corrosion resistance**. As part of the 6xxx series aluminum alloys, it is designed for applications requiring **reliable performance** and **good manufacturability**. This alloy is particularly noted for its **versatility** and **cost-effectiveness** in various industrial applications. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Minimum (%) | Maximum (%) | |---------|-------------|-------------| | Silicon (Si) | 0.30 | 0.6 | | Iron (Fe) | - | 0.35 | | Copper (Cu) | - | 0.10 | | Manganese (Mn) | - | 0.20 | | Magnesium (Mg) | 0.40 | 0.8 | | Chromium (Cr) | - | 0.20 | | 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** | 615-650 °C | 1140-1202 °F | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 52-56% IACS | 52-56% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 185-200 W/m·K | 1070-1160 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 by Temper:** | Property | T4 Temper | T5 Temper | T6 Temper | |----------|-----------|-----------|-----------| | **Tensile Strength** | 170-210 MPa | 200-240 MPa | 240-280 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 90-120 MPa | 150-180 MPa | 210-240 MPa | | **Elongation (in 50mm)** | 16-20% | 12-16% | 10-14% | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 50-60 HB | 65-75 HB | 80-90 HB | --- #### **4. International Standards** * **European Standards (EN):** * EN 573-3: Chemical composition (Designation: EN AW-6106) * 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 --- #### **5. Product Applications** **Transportation Industry:** - Automotive structural components - Truck and trailer parts - Railway vehicle components - Vehicle body elements **Architectural Applications:** - Window and door components - Architectural framing systems - Building trim and moldings - Interior structural elements **Electrical Industry:** - Heat sinks for electronics - Electrical enclosures - Bus bar components - Electrical conductor rails **General Manufacturing:** - Machinery components - Equipment frames - Industrial hardware - Consumer products --- #### **6. Key Characteristics & Advantages** * **Good Strength-to-Weight Ratio:** Favorable mechanical properties with lightweight characteristics * **Excellent Extrudability:** Suitable for producing standard profiles and sections * **Good Corrosion Resistance:** Excellent performance in various environments * **Heat Treatable:** Can be strengthened through solution treatment and aging * **Good Weldability:** Compatible with common welding methods * **Adequate Machinability:** Can be machined using standard techniques * **Cost-Effective:** Economical choice for many applications --- #### **7. Heat Treatment Process** **Solution Heat Treatment (for T4/T6):** - Temperature: 520-530°C (968-986°F) - Time: 30-45 minutes - Quenching: Water quenching **Artificial Aging:** - T5 Temper: 170-180°C (338-356°F) for 4-8 hours - T6 Temper: 165-175°C (329-347°F) for 6-10 hours --- #### **8. Processing Characteristics** **Extrusion Performance:** - Good for standard profile shapes - Reasonable extrusion speeds - Adequate surface quality - Suitable for general sections **Forming Operations:** - Good formability in T4 temper - Suitable for bending and shaping - Moderate springback characteristics - Adequate for most fabrication needs **Machining Properties:** - Fair to good machinability - Standard tooling applicable - Reasonable surface finish - Suitable for most operations **Joining Methods:** - Good TIG and MIG weldability - Suitable for brazing - Mechanical fastening easily accomplished - Adhesive bonding applicable --- #### **9. Quality and Standards Compliance** **Testing and Verification:** - Standard mechanical testing - Chemical composition verification - Surface quality inspection - Dimensional accuracy checks **Certification:** - Standard mill certification - Quality documentation available - Traceability maintained - Compliance with relevant standards --- **Technical Note:** Aluminum 6106 provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for applications requiring medium strength and good general performance characteristics. While it may not offer the highest strength levels available in the 6xxx series, its balanced properties make it suitable for a wide range of general engineering applications. The alloy's good extrudability and corrosion resistance, combined with its heat-treatable nature, make it a practical choice for many structural and non-structural applications across various industries. Its versatility and consistent performance have made it a popular choice for manufacturers seeking a dependable aluminum alloy for standard applications.

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 2041 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.