6061 aluminum flat bar
The 6061 aluminum flat bar is an extruded aluminum product with excellent mechanical properties and high corrosion resistance. Its rectangular shape and solid structure make it an ideal engineering and structural material, especially for applications needing lightweight and durability. Due to its easy processing and stable performance, the 6061 aluminum flat bar is widely used in various indoor and outdoor manufacturing projects.
Features of 6061 Aluminum Flat Bar
High Strength and Durability
The 6061 aluminum flat bar offers high strength and outstanding fatigue resistance, allowing it to withstand heavy loads, making it an ideal material for load-bearing structures.
Excellent Corrosion Resistance
The aluminum flat bar has high corrosion resistance, making it suitable for outdoor and high-humidity environments. It resists oxidation and rust, which extends its service life.
Good Machinability
The 6061 aluminum flat bar has excellent machinability, suitable for milling, drilling, cutting, and other processing methods, making it ideal for custom shape fabrication.
Good Weldability
The 6061 aluminum flat bar can be welded using furnace welding, gas welding, arc welding, and other methods. Its strength remains intact after welding, making it suitable for manufacturing welded structures and components.
Enhanceable by Heat Treatment
The 6061 aluminum alloy can achieve higher strength and hardness through heat treatment, making it ideal for high-strength applications. The T6 and T651 tempers are common states for 6061 aluminum flat bars.
Easy to Form and Surface Treat
The 6061 aluminum alloy has good formability, making it resistant to cracking or deformation after stretching, bending, and other processes. Its surface can undergo anodizing, coating, or polishing to further enhance appearance and durability.
| Performance Characteristics | Rating |
| Welding | Excellent |
| Machining/Grinding | Good |
| Bending/Forming | Poor |
| Wear Resistance | Good |
| Corrosion Resistance | Good |
6061 aluminum flat bar Chemical Composition
| Element | Percentage |
| Al | 98 |
| Cr | 0.04 - 0.35 |
| Cu | 0.15 - 0.40 |
| 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 |
6061 aluminum flat bar Mechanical Information
| Imperial | Metric | |
| Density | 0.1 lb/in3 | 2.7 g/cc |
| Ultimate Tensile Strength | 45, 000psi | 310 MPa |
| Yield Tensile Strength | 40, 000psi | 276 MPa |
| Fatigue Strength | 14, 000psi | 96.5 MPa |
| Shear Strength | 30, 000psi | 207 MPa |
| Melting Point | 1, 080 - 1, 205°F | 582 - 652°C |
| Hardness Rockwell | B60 |
| Hardness Brinell | 95 |
HC 6061 aluminum flat bar stock
| Description | Thickness(inch) | Width(inch) |
| 0.125 X 1/4 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.125 | 1/4 |
| 0.188 X 1/4 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.188 | 1/4 |
| 0.25 X 1/4 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.25 | 1/4 |
| 0.125 X 1/2 thick 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.125 | 1/2 |
| 0.188 X 1/2 thick 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.188 | 1/2 |
| 0.25 X 1/2 thick 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.25 | 1/2 |
| 0.313 X 1/2 thick 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.313 | 1/2 |
| 0.375 X 1/2 thick 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.375 | 1/2 |
| 0.5 X 1/2 thick 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.5 | 1/2 |
| 0.125 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.125 | 2 |
| 0.188 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.188 | 2 |
| 0.25 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.25 | 2 |
| 0.313 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.313 | 2 |
| 0.375 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.375 | 2 |
| 0.5 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.5 | 2 |
| 0.625 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.625 | 2 |
| 0.75 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.75 | 2 |
| 1 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1 | 2 |
| 1.25 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1.25 | 2 |
| 1.5 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1.5 | 2 |
| 1.75 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1.75 | 2 |
| 2 X 2 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 2 | 2 |
| 0.125 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.125 | 3 |
| 0.188 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.188 | 3 |
| 0.25 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.25 | 3 |
| 0.313 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.313 | 3 |
| 0.375 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.375 | 3 |
| 0.5 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.5 | 3 |
| 0.625 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.625 | 3 |
| 0.75 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.75 | 3 |
| 1 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1 | 3 |
| 1.25 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1.25 | 3 |
| 1.5 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1.5 | 3 |
| 1.75 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1.75 | 3 |
| 2 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 2 | 3 |
| 2.25 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 2.25 | 3 |
| 2.5 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 2.5 | 3 |
| 3 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 3 | 3 |
| 3.5 X 3 inch 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 3.5 | 3 |
| 0.125 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.125 | 4 |
| 0.188 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.188 | 4 |
| 0.25 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.25 | 4 |
| 0.313 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.313 | 4 |
| 0.375 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.375 | 4 |
| 0.5 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.5 | 4 |
| 0.625 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.625 | 4 |
| 0.75 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 0.75 | 4 |
| 1 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1 | 4 |
| 1.25 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1.25 | 4 |
| 1.5 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1.5 | 4 |
| 1.75 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 1.75 | 4 |
| 2 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 2 | 4 |
| 2.25 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 2.25 | 4 |
| 2.5 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 2.5 | 4 |
| 3 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 3 | 4 |
| 3.5 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 3.5 | 4 |
| 4 X 4 inch wide 6061 t651 aluminum flat bar | 4 | 4 |
Applications of 6061 Aluminum Flat Bar
- Structure and Framing: Commonly used for structures like shelves, brackets, and building frames due to its lightweight yet strong properties, providing reliable support.
- Decoration and Sculpture: The smooth surface of 6061 aluminum flat bar is suitable for polishing or coloring, making it widely used in sculptures and decorative structures.
- Mechanical Parts: Used in the production of high-precision mechanical parts, including brackets and slides.
- Indoor and Outdoor Projects: 6061 aluminum flat bar is used in various indoor and outdoor projects such as signage, railings, and stair handrails, with corrosion resistance suitable for long-term outdoor use.
- Transportation Industry: Widely applied in automotive, aerospace, and marine manufacturing due to its lightweight characteristics.
- Industrial Manufacturing: Used for manufacturing various structural components of machinery parts, tools, and equipment.
- Art and Decoration: Due to its ease of machining and aesthetic appearance, it is often used in sculpture and interior and exterior decoration projects.
