6110A Aluminum alloy,Aluminum 6110A alloy,E FORU

### **Aluminum 6110A Alloy: Product Introduction** **Overview** Aluminum 6110A is an enhanced variant of the 6110 aluminum alloy, featuring **optimized chemical composition** and **improved mechanical properties**. This high-strength aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy is specifically designed for **demanding structural applications** where superior strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and good manufacturability are required. The "A" designation indicates enhanced quality control and improved performance characteristics. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Minimum (%) | Maximum (%) | Notes | |---------|-------------|-------------|-------| | Silicon (Si) | 0.7 | 1.1 | Optimized for enhanced strength | | Iron (Fe) | - | 0.30 | Tighter control for better properties | | Copper (Cu) | 0.25 | 0.40 | Enhanced for improved strength | | Manganese (Mn) | 0.15 | 0.35 | Better grain structure control | | Magnesium (Mg) | 0.6 | 1.0 | Optimized for Mg₂Si formation | | Chromium (Cr) | 0.15 | 0.25 | Improved corrosion resistance | | Zinc (Zn) | - | 0.10 | Strict impurity control | | 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** | 44-48% IACS | 44-48% 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** | 280-320 MPa | 350-390 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 160-200 MPa | 310-350 MPa | | **Elongation (in 50mm)** | 14-18% | 10-14% | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 80-90 HB | 105-115 HB | | **Shear Strength** | 190-220 MPa | 220-250 MPa | | **Fatigue Strength** | 120-140 MPa | 140-160 MPa | --- #### **4. International Standards** * **European Standards (EN):** * EN 573-3: Chemical composition (Designation: EN AW-6110A) * EN 755-2: Mechanical properties for extruded products * EN 485-2: Sheet and plate specifications * **ASTM Standards:** * ASTM B221: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes * ASTM B211: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Bar, Rod, and Wire * **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** **Automotive and Transportation:** - Automotive safety components - Crash management systems - Vehicle structural reinforcements - Truck and bus chassis components **Aerospace and Defense:** - Aircraft structural members - Defense vehicle components - Aerospace brackets and fittings - Military equipment structures **Industrial Equipment:** - High-stress machinery frames - Heavy equipment structural components - Industrial press components - Material handling systems **Special Applications:** - High-performance sporting goods - Renewable energy components - Marine structural elements - Critical infrastructure components --- #### **6. Key Characteristics & Advantages** * **Enhanced Mechanical Properties:** Superior strength compared to standard 6110 alloy * **Excellent Corrosion Resistance:** Improved performance in harsh environments * **Good Extrudability:** Capable of producing complex structural profiles * **Superior Fatigue Performance:** Enhanced resistance to cyclic loading * **Excellent Weldability:** Suitable for various welding techniques * **Good Machinability:** Can be precision machined to close tolerances * **Improved Thermal Stability:** Better performance at elevated temperatures --- #### **7. Heat Treatment Process** **Solution Heat Treatment:** - Temperature: 535-545°C (995-1013°F) - Time: 30-50 minutes depending on thickness - Quenching: Controlled rapid water quenching **Artificial Aging (T6):** - Temperature: 165-175°C (329-347°F) - Time: 8-12 hours - Cooling: Controlled air cooling --- #### **8. Processing and Fabrication** **Extrusion Characteristics:** - Good for high-strength structural profiles - Requires precise temperature control - Good surface quality achievable - Suitable for critical structural sections **Machining Properties:** - Good machinability with carbide tooling - Requires appropriate cutting parameters - Good surface finish obtainable - Suitable for precision components **Forming Operations:** - Best formability in T4 temper - Suitable for moderate bending operations - Requires careful handling in T6 temper - Specialized equipment recommended **Joining Methods:** - Good TIG and MIG weldability - Requires qualified welding procedures - Suitable for mechanical fastening - Adhesive bonding applicable for some applications --- #### **9. Quality Assurance** **Testing Requirements:** - Enhanced mechanical property testing - Chemical composition analysis - Microstructural examination - Non-destructive testing - Corrosion resistance testing **Certification Standards:** - EN 10204 3.1/3.2 certification - Third-party inspection available - Full traceability maintained - Quality documentation provided --- **Technical Note:** Aluminum 6110A represents a premium high-strength variant specifically engineered for the most demanding structural applications. The enhanced chemical composition, with optimized copper, manganese, and chromium content, provides improved strength characteristics while maintaining excellent corrosion resistance. This alloy is particularly valuable for automotive safety components, aerospace structures, and high-stress industrial applications where reliability and performance are critical. The combination of enhanced mechanical properties, good manufacturing characteristics, and superior corrosion resistance makes 6110A an excellent choice for applications where standard aluminum alloys cannot meet the performance requirements.

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 2043 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.