1.5" x 0.125" Aluminum Square Tube 6061-T6 288" Length
This 1.5" x 0.125" square tube made of 6061-T6 aluminum provides a good balance of strength and flexibility, making it suitable for both structural and decorative applications. It is commonly used in framing systems, mechanical supports, and lightweight structures, where its combination of strength and corrosion resistance is beneficial for both indoor and outdoor environments.
Size: 1.5 inches x 0.125 inches
Material: 6061 Aluminum Alloy (T6 Condition)
Length: 288 inches (24 feet)
Features: The 1.5-inch cross-section increases load capacity compared to the 1-inch specification, while maintaining a lightweight structure. The high strength and excellent corrosion resistance of 6061-T6 make it highly suitable for demanding structural applications.
Applications: Commonly used in mechanical brackets, transportation equipment frames, building structures, and light assembly applications.
Material Meets These Standard(s): ASTM-B221
1.5" x 0.125" Aluminum Square Tube 6061-T6 288" Length Specifications
Specification | Details |
Side length | 1.5" |
Wall Thickness | 0.125" |
Material | Aluminum |
Shape | square tube |
Alloy Type | 6061 |
Max Length | 240 inches |
Temper | T6 |
Select length below or Custom Cut
- 12" (1 ft.)
- 24" (2 ft.)
- 36" (3 ft.)
- 48" (4 ft.)
- 72" (6 ft.)
- 96" (8 ft.)
- 144" (12 ft.)
- 192" (16 ft.)
- 240" (20 ft.)
- Custom cuts supported
The 6061-T6 aluminum square tube is widely used across various industries due to its excellent corrosion resistance, outstanding machinability, high strength, and lightweight properties. This material also offers good weldability and can be further strengthened through heat treatment. Because of these advantages, 6061 aluminum alloy is considered one of the most commonly used aluminum alloys worldwide, with a high cost-performance ratio.
6061 T6 Aluminum Mechanical Properties
Property | Value |
Density g/cm^3 | 3 |
Yield Tensile Strength KSI | 40 |
Brinell Hardness 500 kg load | 95 |
Ultimate Tensile Strength KSI | 45 |
Elongation % in 2 in. | 12 |
Rockwell Hardness B Scale | 60 |
Machinability % | 50 |
Melting Point °F | 1080 - 1205 |
Electrical Conductivity % IACS | 43 |
Shear Strength KSI | 30 |
Chemistry Information 6061 Aluminum
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 |