The Aluminum Beam is a common building and construction material. They are often used for all types of fabrication projects where lightweight and corrosion resistance are concern – frame work, rails, overhead support, trolleys, supports, trailers, truck beds, etc. Alloy 6061 is a good extrusion alloy, combining high mechanical properties and good corrosion resistance, weldability and machining characteristics.
Material: Alloy 6061-T6
Mechanical Properties:
Tensile Strength: Min 38 Ksi
Yield Strength: Min. 35 Ksi
Elongation: Min. 10 %
Types:
Chemical Properties:
ELEMENTS | PERCENTAGE (%) |
Silicon | 0.40-0.8 |
Iron | 0.7 Max |
Copper | 0.15-0.40 |
Manganese | 0.15 Max |
Magnesium | 0.8-1.2 |
Chromium | 0.04-0.35 |
Zinc | 0.25 Max |
Titanium | 0.15 Max |
Other Elements (each) | 0.05 Max |
Total of Other Elements | 0.15 Max |
Aluminum | Remainder |
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