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### **Aluminum 6162 Alloy: Product Introduction** **Overview** Aluminum 6162 is a heat-treatable aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy known for its **excellent extrudability** and **good mechanical properties**. This alloy provides a **balanced combination of medium strength, good corrosion resistance, and superior surface finish**, making it particularly suitable for architectural applications, general engineering, and components requiring high-quality anodized finishes. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Minimum (%) | Maximum (%) | |---------|-------------|-------------| | Silicon (Si) | 0.40 | 0.8 | | Iron (Fe) | - | 0.50 | | Copper (Cu) | 0.20 | 0.40 | | Manganese (Mn) | - | 0.20 | | Magnesium (Mg) | 0.7 | 1.1 | | Chromium (Cr) | 0.04 | 0.14 | | Zinc (Zn) | - | 0.25 | | 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** | 580-650 °C | 1076-1202 °F | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 46-50% IACS | 46-50% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 180-195 W/m·K | 1045-1130 BTU·in/(hr·ft²·°F) | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.6 × 10⁻⁶/°C | 13.1 × 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** | 205-245 MPa | 240-280 MPa | 260-300 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 110-140 MPa | 195-235 MPa | 240-280 MPa | | **Elongation (in 50mm)** | 16-20% | 10-14% | 8-12% | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 65-75 HB | 80-90 HB | 90-100 HB | | **Shear Strength** | 140-170 MPa | 170-200 MPa | 190-220 MPa | --- #### **4. International Standards** * **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 * **European Standards (EN):** * EN 573-3: Chemical composition * 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** **Architectural Applications:** - Window and door frames - Curtain wall systems - Architectural trim and moldings - Handrails and balustrades **Transportation Industry:** - Automotive trim components - Truck and trailer components - Railway vehicle parts - Marine components **Electrical Applications:** - Heat sinks - Electrical conductors - Bus bar systems - Electrical enclosure components **General Engineering:** - 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:** Capable of producing complex profiles with good surface finish * **Good Corrosion Resistance:** Excellent performance in various environmental conditions * **Superior Surface Quality:** Excellent for anodizing and other surface treatments * **Good Weldability:** All common welding methods can be successfully employed * **Adequate Machinability:** Can be machined using standard techniques * **Heat Treatable:** Can be strengthened through solution treatment and aging --- #### **7. Heat Treatment Process** **Solution Heat Treatment:** - Temperature: 525-535°C (977-995°F) - Time: 30-45 minutes depending on thickness - Quenching: Rapid 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 and Fabrication** **Extrusion Characteristics:** - Good for medium complexity profiles - Reasonable extrusion speeds - Good surface quality achievable - Suitable for structural sections **Machining Properties:** - Good machinability with proper tooling - Good surface finish obtainable - Suitable for precision components - Standard tooling applicable **Forming Operations:** - Good formability in T4 temper - Suitable for bending and shaping - Moderate springback characteristics - Adequate for most fabrication needs **Joining Methods:** - Good TIG and MIG weldability - Suitable for brazing - Mechanical fastening easily accomplished - Adhesive bonding applicable --- #### **9. Quality Assurance** **Testing Requirements:** - Mechanical property testing - Chemical composition analysis - Surface quality inspection - Dimensional accuracy checks **Certification:** - Mill test certificates per international standards - Quality documentation available - Traceability maintained - Compliance with relevant standards --- **Technical Note:** Aluminum 6162 offers a reliable and versatile solution for applications requiring good mechanical properties combined with excellent manufacturability. The alloy's balanced chemical composition provides consistent performance across various manufacturing processes, making it suitable for a wide range of applications from architectural components to general engineering parts. While it may not offer the highest strength levels available in the 6xxx series, its combination of good strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and superior processing characteristics makes it a practical choice for many structural and non-structural applications. The alloy's consistency and reliability have made it a popular choice for manufacturers across multiple industries.

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 2052 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.