6063 T52 Aluminum Round Tube
The 6063 T52 aluminum round tube is made from 6063 alloy, known for its excellent surface finish, good strength, and outstanding corrosion resistance.
The T52 temper is achieved through artificial aging (i.e., heat treatment of the aluminum alloy). This treatment stabilizes the material's structure, providing medium strength and better corrosion resistance, making it suitable for applications that require certain mechanical properties.
The T52 temper indicates that the tube has been heat-treated to a stable state, making it suitable for applications requiring medium strength and good durability.
6063 T52 aluminum round tube is commonly used in architectural and structural applications such as window frames, door frames, and railings. Its smooth surface also makes it a popular choice for decorative and aesthetic purposes. Additionally, 6063 T52 aluminum round tube offers excellent machinability, making it easy to process and manufacture for various industrial applications.
6063 T52 Aluminum Round Tube Properties
- Good strength: Although the 6063 alloy does not have the highest strength among aluminum alloys, the heat treatment in the T52 temper provides it with suitable strength for medium-strength applications.
- Excellent corrosion resistance: 6063 alloy is particularly resistant to corrosion, especially in humid and marine environments. In the T52 temper, the aluminum alloy exhibits better oxidation resistance.
- High stability: During processing, the aluminum in the T52 temper maintains good physical stability and shape, making it easy to further process and shape.
One of the key advantages of 6063 T52 aluminum round tube is its exceptional corrosion resistance. Due to the silicon and magnesium elements in the alloy, 6063 T52 tube exhibits excellent corrosion resistance in various environments, particularly in humid or marine conditions. This makes it ideal for use in building, shipbuilding, and other applications exposed to the elements.
The surface finish of 6063 T52 aluminum round tube is very high, with minimal surface defects, providing a high-quality decorative effect, particularly in applications with high visual requirements such as window frames, door frames, and railings in building structures.
6063 T52 Aluminum Round Tube Applications
- Building applications: 6063 T52 aluminum round tube is commonly used for window frames, door frames, railings, posts, and other architectural components. Its excellent surface quality and corrosion resistance make it suitable for outdoor building parts exposed to the elements.
- Furniture and decoration: Due to its excellent aesthetics, 6063 T52 aluminum round tube is widely used in furniture making, interior decoration, and display racks.
- Industrial and structural uses: It is widely used in various industrial and structural projects, such as frame structures, channels, handrails, etc. Its ease of processing and durability make it an ideal choice in various manufacturing processes.
6063 T52 Aluminum Round Tube Advantages
- Excellent surface finish, suitable for applications with high visual requirements.
- Good strength, suitable for medium-load structural applications.
- Exceptional corrosion resistance, especially for outdoor and marine applications.
- Good machinability, easy to cut, form, weld, and process.
- Moderate strength and stability, suitable for various architectural and decorative uses.
6063 T52 aluminum round tube, with its excellent surface quality, corrosion resistance, and machinability, has become one of the preferred materials in the building and decoration industries, and an ideal choice for many industrial and structural applications.
6063 T52 Aluminum Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value |
| Density g/cm^3 | 3 |
| Ultimate Tensile Strength KSI | 27 |
| Yield Tensile Strength KSI | 21 |
| Elongation % in 2 in. | 12 |
| Rockwell Hardness B Scale | 17 |
| Melting Point °F | 1140 - 1210 |
| Brinell Hardness 500 kg load | 60 |
| Shear Strength KSI | 15 |
Chemistry Information 6063 Aluminum
6063 aluminum alloy is a part of the aluminum-magnesium-silicon family, known for its excellent weldability and corrosion resistance, making it suitable for applications exposed to environmental factors. Its main components include:
- Aluminum (Al): The primary component.
- Silicon (Si): Provides good corrosion resistance and formability.
- Magnesium (Mg): Enhances the material's strength.
- Copper (Cu) and Manganese (Mn): Alloying elements that improve the mechanical properties and oxidation resistance of the alloy.
| Element | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Mg | Cr | Zn | Ti | Other (each) | Other (total) | Al |
| Composition (%) | 0.20 – 0.60 | 0.35 max | 0.10 max | 0.10 max | 0.45 – 0.90 | 0.10 max | 0.10 max | 0.10 max | 0.05 max | 0.15 max | Balance |
6063 T52 Aluminum Round Tube Machinability
6063 T52 aluminum round tube has excellent machinability and can be processed through various methods such as cutting, drilling, welding, and bending. This makes it one of the most commonly used aluminum alloys in the manufacturing industry. Due to its outstanding machinability, 6063 T52 tube can be easily combined with other materials and is widely used in custom manufacturing and decorative design.
