MORE DETAILS ABOUT 6061 ALUMINUM BEAM
ADVANTAGES/DISADVANTAGES INDUSTRIES APPLICATIONS MACHINABILITY WELDING HEAT TREATMENT
Advantages/Disadvantages
Because this aluminum grade is suitable for hot extrusion, the process whereby heated metal is pushed through a shaped die, 6061 beams are widely adapted for various uses. Excellent machinability and weldability make it an easy extruded product to fabricate for custom projects in both the automotive and aerospace industries. Another advantage for this grade is that it shows high quality corrosion resistance and is suitable for anodizing to add an extra layer of protection against extreme environments. This is a multipurpose product without any distinct disadvantages.
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
| AL | MG | SI | FE | CU | CR | ZN | TI | MN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95.85 - 98.56% | 0.8 - 1.2% | 0.4 - 0.8 % | 0.0 - 0.7% | 0.15 - 0.40% | 0.04 - 0.35% | 0.0 - 0.25% | 0.0-0.25% | 0.0 - 0.15% |
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
| GRADE | STRENGTH (METRIC/IMPERIAL) | BRINELL HARDNESS | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temper | Ultimate Tensile | Yield Strength | Brinell | Rockwell |
| 6061-T6 | 310 MPa / 42,000 psi | 270 MPA / 390,000 psi | 95 | B60 |
| 6061-T6511 | 290 MPa / 45,0000 psi | 270 MPA / 40,000 psi | 95 | B60 |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT KINDS OF BEAMS AVAILABLE? WHAT IS THE HARDNESS OF 6061 ALUMINUM BEAM?
What are the different kinds of beams available?
ANSWER:
The most popular and widely used beam is the I-beam. The I-beam resembles an uppercase I, with a long vertical web and two equal length legs. In standard format, the I-beam has tapered, or rounded legs. Another beam is the wide-flange beam. This beam differs from the the I-beam in that it is wider, and as a result, it is a typically heavier product.
