6" x 0.25" Aluminum Square Tube 6061-T6 240" Length
The 6" x 0.25" square tube provides high-strength properties suitable for large-scale, load-bearing applications. The 6061-T6 alloy ensures that it can withstand significant mechanical stress and environmental exposure. This tube is commonly used in applications such as building frames, heavy-duty racks, structural support systems, and other industrial uses where both strength and corrosion resistance are needed. The 240" length provides flexibility in customization for various projects.
Size: 6 inches x 0.25 inches
Material: 6061 Aluminum Alloy (T6 Condition)
Length: 240 inches (20 feet)
Features: The larger cross-section makes it ideal for heavy-duty structural applications. 6061-T6 aluminum alloy provides outstanding strength and corrosion resistance, making it suitable for high-performance structural requirements.
Applications: Suitable for industrial equipment frames, large structural frameworks, building facility supports, heavy-duty machinery support, etc.
Material Meets These Standard(s): ASTM-B221
6" x 0.25" Aluminum Square Tube 6061-T6 240" Length Specifications
Specification | Details |
Side length | 6" |
Wall Thickness | 0.25" |
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 |