Aluminum Alloy 6061 Forgings
6061, A96061
Aluminium / Aluminum alloys are sensitive to high temperatures. They tend to lose some of their strength when exposed to high temperatures of about 200-250°C. However, their strength can be increased at subzero temperatures. They also have good corrosion resistance. Aluminium / Aluminum 6061 alloy is the most commonly available and heat treatable alloy.
Aluminum Alloy 6061 Forgings Properties
UNS A96061 Forgings Chemical Requirements
| Element | Al | Mg | Si | Cu | Cr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content (%) | 97.9 | 1 | 0.60 | 0.28 | 0.20 |
UNS A96061 Forgings Mechanical Requirements
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 310 MPa | 45000 psi |
| Yield strength | 276 MPa | 40000 psi |
| Shear strength | 207 MPa | 30000 psi |
| Fatigue strength | 96.5 MPa | 14000 psi |
| Elastic modulus | 68.9 GPa | 10000 ksi |
| Poisson's ratio | 0.33 | 0.33 |
| Elongation | 12-17% | 12-17% |
| Hardness, Brinell | 95 | 95 |