Aluminum 6061 & 6063

Description

6061 T6 is a pre-tempered grade of aluminum that offers appealing characteristics, including corrosion resistance and the ability to transmit heat. Melting at 1220° F (660° C) and weighing .10 of a pound per cubic inch, aluminum is lightweight and cost-effective, making it a popular choice for the petrochemical and petroleum industries, as well as cryogenic and heat transfer applications.

Design features

  • Exceptional corrosion properties
  • Lightweight – weighing 33% of most metals
  • Nonmagnetic and nontoxic
  • Enhanced reflectability and conductivity
  • Good machinability and workability

Applications

  • Petrochemical and petroleum industries
  • Cryogenic and heat transfer processes
  • Fluid transmission and process piping
  • Structural, architectural and ornamental applications
  • Hydraulic pressure fines
Product Type Size Range Wall/Pressure Class
Seamless Pipe 1/2” through 12” 10S, 40S (Std.), 80S (XH)
Butt Weld Fittings 1/2” through 12” 10S, 40S (Std.), 80S (XH)
Flanges 1/2” through 16” 150, 300
Pressure Fittings 1/2” through 3” 3000
150 lb Cast Fittings 1/4” through 6” 150
Nipples 1/8” through 6” 40S (Std.), 80S (XH), 160

Aluminum 6061 & 6063 Chemical Composition %

Chemical Composition
6061 6063
Al Remainder Remainder
Cr 0.04-0.35 max 0.10 max
Cu 0.15-0.4 max 0.10 max
Fe 0.7 max 0.35 max
Mg 0.8-1.2 max 0.45-0.9 max
Mn 0.15 max 0.10 max
Si 0.4-0.8 max 0.20-0.6 max
Ti 0.15 max 0.10 max
Zn 0.25 max 0.10 max
Other, each 0.05 max 0.05 max
Other, total 0.15 max 0.15 max

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