Product Details, Specifications, and Technical Information
Aluminum Square Tube 6061-T6 exhibits above average corrosion resistance, good machinability, high strength, light weight, good weldability, and the ability to be heat treated for even higher strength, all at an affordable price. 6061 is the most commonly used aluminum alloy in the world due to its positive characteristics. It is typically used in aerospace, automotive, cameras, couplings, marine hardware, electrical components, decorative hardware, structural applications, pins, brakes, pistons, valves, and bicycle frames.
Tube is designed to act as structural support, whereas Pipe is designed to carry liquid/gas/material from one place to another.
Dimension Name | Specification |
Height | 6 |
Wall | 0.25 |
Max Length | 240 |
Alloy | 6061 |
Temper | T6 |
Production Method | Extruded |
MTR Availability | No |
Material | Aluminum |
Shape | Tube-Square |
Custom Cut Warehouse | 0 |
Weight/Lineal Foot | ||
1082.0 pounds |
Please note that this data is to be used ONLY FOR REFERENCE, NOT FOR DESIGN, and by using it,you agree that any decisions you make regarding materials for your project are at your own discretion.
Mechanical Properties | |
Property | Value |
Ultimate Tensile Strength KSI | 45 |
Yield Tensile Strength KSI | 40 |
Density g/cm^3 | 3 |
Brinell Hardness 500 kg load | 95 |
Rockwell Hardness B Scale | 60 |
Elongation % in 2 in. | 12 |
Shear Strength KSI | 30 |
Melting Point °F | 1080 - 1205 |
Machinability % | 50 |
Electrical Conductivity % IACS | 43 |
Chemistry Information: 6061 Aluminum | |
Element | Percentage |
Al | 98 |
Cr | 0.04 - 0.35 |
Cu | 0.15 - 0.4 |
Fe | 0.7 max |
Mg | 0.8 - 1.2 |
Mn | 0.15 max |
Si | 0.4 - 0.8 |
Ti | 0.15 max |
Zn | 0.25 max |