Which Alloys Are The Most Commonly Used For Aluminum Extrusions
An important part of aluminum extrusion design that many people overlook is taking the time to consider the various properties of aluminum and how they will impact or benefit the finished product. You can find new ways to prevent corrosion through design, but you can also increase the strength, durability, and other benefits of aluminum by choosing the best alloy for your project. When you extrusion aluminum alloys, you gain additional benefits beyond what you would get by just using a basic raw aluminum billet.
Jiahua Aluminum uses three main aluminum alloys based on customer needs. Most alloys contain about 90% aluminum, combined with other metals to improve the quality of the part (that is, part of the product being manufactured). We use 6005, 6063 and 6463 extruded aluminum alloys at our facility. You can speak with one of our engineers or technicians to learn more about aluminum extrusion design, and read on to learn more about aluminum alloy properties.
Aluminum alloy 6005
Applications requiring greater strength and durability often require the use of structural 6000 series alloys, including 6005 aluminum. This special alloy can be used in designs that require high quality corrosion resistance and moderate strength. Each alloy has a different set of properties, including how it behaves during extrusion, manufacturing and finishing. When we choose extruded aluminum alloys, by adding different elements to the aluminum, we are able to further prevent corrosion through design and create superior results.
6005 has excellent extrusion characteristics and contains a large amount of silicon to lower the melting temperature and improve its extrusion capability. It has similar minimum tensile and yield strengths to alloy 6061, but it is easier to machine and has higher strength properties. 6005 also has flexural properties that make it not the best choice for applications that may be subject to overload or shock. The alloy can be welded and fabricated in other ways, but heat reduces strength, so any unique features are best accomplished through aluminum extrusion design rather than secondary operations.
Some ways 6005 aluminum alloy is used include:
ladder structure
Automotive Industry Connector Stock
Seamless and structural pipes
structural application
armrest tube
Aluminum alloy 6063
One of the most widely available options for extruded aluminum alloys is alloy 6063, which offers a high-quality finish and is an excellent choice for extrusion. It is used in custom and standard aluminum extrusion designs, as well as structural piping, seamless pipes, radiators and more. Due to its conductivity and other properties of aluminum, Alloy 6063 is also an excellent choice for electrical tubing and applications.
Alloy 6063 is another alloy designed to prevent corrosion and provides excellent corrosion resistance under heat treatment conditions, including stress corrosion cracking. It is also an excellent choice for secondary processing and works well with gloss finish options including clear, colored, dipped and hardcoat. These finishes can be used for aesthetic, functional and protective reasons, depending on the intended use of the finished aluminum extrusion design.
Some ways 6063 aluminum alloy is used include:
Window and door frames
heat sink
Irrigation system pipes
armrests and furniture
Electrical conduits and other components
Building and construction products
Aluminum alloy 6463
Although related to 6063, this particular alloy is typically formed using only aluminum extrusion designs. It is usually heat treated to increase strength and reduce ductility, most commonly used in building or construction applications. When you extrude aluminum alloys such as 6463 alloy, you will get the best results if used for rods, tubes, rods, wire and other types of custom profiles. Aluminum alloy 6463 is made from a mixture of approximately 98% primary aluminum and smaller amounts of copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, silicon and zinc, and has high density and yield strength with appropriate tensile and yield strengths. .
Custom aluminum extrusion design
If you are interested in learning more about the properties of aluminum and the best options for extruded aluminum alloys, please contact Jiahua Aluminum. Our team of highly trained and experienced designers, engineers and technicians can help you design to prevent corrosion and get the part, component or product you need. Our goal is to always meet or exceed our customers' expectations, delivering high-quality extrusion, manufacturing and finishing every time. Call today for a free estimate on your next project, or use our online contact form to submit your request.
