Aluminium alloy 6262 is a heat treatable alloy with very good corrosion resistance and strength. Additions of bismuth to the alloy mean that 6262 has excellent machinability and surface finish.
High-speed steel or carbide tooling can be used to obtain smooth finishes. Heavy cutting requires oil lubricant but light cutting can be done dry.
Alloy 6262 can be used in place of 2011 when higher corrosion resistance and better anodising response is required.
Applications
6262 is commonly used in the manufacture of:
Screw machine products
Camera parts
Nuts
Couplings
Marine fittings
Decorative hardware and appliance fittings
Hinge pins
Oil line fittings
Valves and valve parts
Alloy Designations
Aluminium alloy 6262 also corresponds to the following standard designations and specifications:
AA6262
Al 1.0Mg 0.6Si Pb
A96262
Temper Types
The most common tempers for 6262 aluminium are:
- T9 - Solution heat treated, artificially aged and cold worked
- T6 - Solution heat treated and artificially aged
Weldability
Alloy 6262 is readily weldable by all commercial methods and can also be brazed.
Weldability – Gas: Excellent
Weldability – Arc: Excellent
Weldability – Resistance: Excellent
Brazability: Excellent
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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