Aluminium alloy 6060 is a medium strength heat treatable alloy with a strength slightly lower than 6005A. It has very good corrosion resistance and very good weldability plus good cold formability especially in temper T4. It is commonly used alloy for very complex cross sections and has very good anodizing response.
Applications
Alloy 6060 is typically used for extrusions with complex cross sections and/or requiring anodising:
~ Architectural sections for windows, doors, curtain walls
~ Interior fittings, frame systems, lighting, ladders, railings, fences
~ Heat sink sections, electronic modules, electro motor housings
~ Flexible assembly systems, special machinery elements
~ Truck and trailer flooring, pneumatic installation, railway, inside applications
~ Irrigation, heating and cooling pipes
~ Furniture, office equipment.
Temper Types
The most common temper for 6060 aluminium is:
- T5 - Cooled from an elevated temperature shaping process and artificially aged
Weldability
Weldability – Gas: Good
Weldability – Arc: Very Good
Weldability – Resistance: Good
Brazability: Very Good
Solderability: Good
Fabrication
Workability – Cold: Good
Machinability: Acceptable
Anodising: Very Good
This Data is indicative only and must not be seen as a substitute for the full specification from which it is drawn. In particular, the mechanical property requirements vary widely with temper, product and product dimensions. The information is based on our present knowledge and is given in good faith. However, no liability will be accepted by the Company is respect of any action taken by any third party in reliance thereon.
As the products detailed may be used for a wide variety of purposes and as the Company has no control over their use; the Company specifically excludes all conditions or warranties expressed or implied by statute or otherwise as to dimensions, properties and/or fitness for any particular purpose.
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