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### **Aluminum 8006 Alloy Technical Datasheet** --- #### **1. Product Overview** **Aluminum 8006** is a wrought aluminum alloy specifically formulated with iron and manganese as the principal alloying elements. This non-heat-treatable alloy is characterized by its moderate strength, good formability, and excellent brazeability, making it particularly suitable for heat exchanger applications and various formed components. --- #### **2. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Composition Range | Typical Value | |---------|-------------------|---------------| | Aluminum (Al) | Balance | ≥97.0% | | Iron (Fe) | 1.5 - 2.2% | 1.8% | | Manganese (Mn) | 0.4 - 1.0% | 0.7% | | Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.40% | 0.20% | | Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.10% | 0.05% | | Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.10% | 0.05% | | Magnesium (Mg) | ≤ 0.10% | 0.05% | | Other Elements | ≤ 0.05% each | - | | Total Other Elements | ≤ 0.15% | - | **Key Composition Features:** - High iron content for strength enhancement - Manganese addition for solid solution strengthening - Controlled low levels of magnesium and silicon - Optimized for brazing applications --- #### **3. Physical Properties** | Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value | |----------|--------------|----------------| | Density | 2.78 g/cm³ | 0.100 lb/in³ | | Melting Range | 640-655°C | 1184-1211°F | | Thermal Conductivity | 130-140 W/m·K | - | | Electrical Conductivity | 40-45% IACS | - | | Modulus of Elasticity | 70 GPa | 10.2 × 10⁶ psi | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 23.5 × 10⁻⁶/°C | 13.1 × 10⁻⁶/°F | | Specific Heat Capacity | 900 J/kg·K | - | | Electrical Resistivity | 38-42 nΩ·m | - | --- #### **4. Mechanical Properties** **Typical Properties in Various Tempers:** | Property | O Temper | H14 Temper | H18 Temper | |----------|----------|-------------|------------| | **Tensile Strength (MPa)** | 110-130 | 150-170 | 190-210 | | **Yield Strength (MPa)** | 40-60 | 130-150 | 170-190 | | **Elongation (%)** | 20-25 | 6-10 | 2-4 | | **Shear Strength (MPa)** | 70-85 | 95-110 | 120-135 | | **Hardness (HB)** | 30-40 | 45-55 | 60-70 | | **Fatigue Strength (MPa)** | 50-60 | 70-80 | 85-95 | | **Bearing Strength (MPa)** | 180-200 | 240-260 | 290-310 | --- #### **5. International Standards** **Primary Specifications:** - **EN 573-3**: Aluminum and aluminum alloys - Chemical composition and form of wrought products - **ISO 209**: Wrought aluminum and aluminum alloys - Chemical composition and forms of products - **AA Standard**: Aluminum Association Registration **Product Standards:** - **EN 485-2**: Aluminum and aluminum alloys - Sheet, strip and plate - **ASTM B209**: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate - **ASTM B479**: Standard Specification for Annealed Aluminum Foil for Flexible Barrier Applications - **JIS H4000**: Aluminum and aluminum alloy sheets and plates --- #### **6. Product Applications** **Heat Exchanger Applications:** - Automotive radiators - Charge air coolers - Condenser fins - Evaporator plates - Heater cores - Oil coolers **Automotive Components:** - Heat shield components - Exhaust system parts - Structural reinforcements - Bracket components - Trim pieces **General Manufacturing:** - Formed containers and housings - Electrical enclosures - Lighting fixtures - Architectural trim - Nameplates and labels **Specialized Applications:** - Brazing sheet cladding - Thermal management components - Formed electrical components - Packaging machinery parts --- #### **7. Key Characteristics** **Advantages:** - **Excellent brazeability** - suitable for vacuum brazing processes - **Good formability** in annealed and intermediate tempers - **Moderate strength** achievable through strain hardening - **Good thermal conductivity** for heat transfer applications - **Adequate corrosion resistance** for many environments - **Cost-effective** for mass production applications - **Consistent performance** in manufacturing processes **Limitations:** - Not heat-treatable (strength only through cold working) - Moderate corrosion resistance compared to some alloys - Limited high-temperature capability - Specialized focus on specific applications --- #### **8. Processing Characteristics** **Forming Operations:** - **Good deep drawing** characteristics in O temper - **Adequate bendability** - minimum bend radius: 1.5t (for H14 temper) - **Good roll forming** capability - **Easy to blank and pierce** with proper clearances **Machining:** - Fair machinability rating: 35% (relative to 2011-T3=100%) - Produces relatively short chips - Requires sharp tools with positive rake angles - Recommended cutting speed: 100-200 m/min for turning - Adequate cooling/lubrication recommended **Joining Methods:** - **Brazing**: Excellent - particularly vacuum brazing - **Welding**: Good - GTAW and GMAW methods suitable - **Soldering**: Very good - **Adhesive bonding**: Good with proper surface preparation - **Mechanical fastening**: Good performance with proper design --- #### **9. Corrosion Resistance** **Performance Characteristics:** - **Atmospheric Corrosion**: Good resistance in rural and urban atmospheres - **Pitting Resistance**: Moderate in chloride environments - **Stress Corrosion Cracking**: Not susceptible - **Galvanic Corrosion**: Requires isolation when coupled with copper alloys - **Brazed Joint Corrosion**: Good performance with proper flux control **Protection Methods:** - Chemical conversion coatings - Paint systems - Powder coating - Anodizing (produces satisfactory results) --- #### **10. Heat Treatment & Tempers** **Available Tempers:** - **O (Annealed)**: Soft condition for maximum formability - **H1x**: Strain-hardened only - **H2x**: Strain-hardened and partially annealed - **H3x**: Strain-hardened and stabilized **Typical Manufacturing Sequence:** 1. Solution treatment (if required) 2. Cold working to desired temper 3. Stabilization annealing (for H3x tempers) 4. Final forming operations --- #### **11. Quality Assurance** **Testing Requirements:** - Chemical composition verification - Mechanical property testing - Formability testing (Erichsen cup test) - Brazability testing for heat exchanger applications - Surface quality inspection - Corrosion testing for specific applications **Certification:** - Mill test certificate to applicable standards - Material traceability documentation - Compliance with automotive standards (when required) - Customer-specific quality requirements --- #### **12. Comparison with Similar Alloys** | Property | 8006-H14 | 3003-H14 | 1100-H14 | |----------|-----------|-----------|-----------| | Tensile Strength (MPa) | 150-170 | 140-160 | 110-130 | | Yield Strength (MPa) | 130-150 | 125-145 | 95-115 | | Elongation (%) | 6-10 | 8-12 | 10-15 | | Brazing Performance | Excellent | Good | Fair | | Typical Applications | Heat exchangers | General purpose | Chemical equipment | --- #### **Conclusion** Aluminum 8006 alloy serves as a specialized material solution primarily focused on heat exchanger applications and formed components requiring good brazeability. Its composition, featuring controlled iron and manganese content, provides a balanced combination of moderate strength, good formability, and excellent brazing characteristics. The alloy demonstrates reliable performance in automotive heat exchangers, particularly in vacuum brazed assemblies, where its specific properties contribute to manufacturing efficiency and product reliability. While it may not offer the highest strength or corrosion resistance among aluminum alloys, its targeted property profile makes it an optimal choice for applications where brazeability and formability are primary considerations. The consistent performance and cost-effectiveness of 8006 alloy have established its position as a valuable material in automotive and heat transfer industries.

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