6061 Aluminum

Aluminum Alloy

Basic Information

Category:Aluminum Alloy
Material Type:alloy
Alternative Names:
6061AA6061AlMg1SiCu
Tags:
heat-treatableweldablegeneral-purpose

Composition & Structure

Composition:Al-1.0Mg-0.6Si-0.25Cu-0.2Cr
Microstructure:Alpha aluminum with Mg2Si precipitates

Description

Most versatile heat-treatable aluminum alloy with good strength, weldability, and corrosion resistance.