TYPICAL STANDARDS
| GRADE | SIZES ROUTINELY STOCKED | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Temper | Thickness (Metric/Imperial) | Width | Length |
| 6063-T5 | Inquire for sizes | ||
| 6063-T6 | Inquire for sizes | ||
| 6063-T6511 | Inquire for sizes |
GENERAL INFO ABOUT 6063 ALUMINUM CHANNEL
6063 is one of the most popular extruded aluminum product grades. It has good corrosion resistance, weldability, and strength-to-weight ratio.
MORE DETAILS ABOUT 6063 ALUMINUM CHANNEL
ADVANTAGES/DISADVANTAGES INDUSTRIES APPLICATIONS MACHINING WELDING HEAT TREATMENT
Advantages/Disadvantages
6063 aluminum is a lightweight extrusion alloy showing good corrosion resistance and weldability. High wear applications are not recommended for this grade.
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
| AL | CR | CU | FE | MG | MN | SI | TI | ZN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max 97.5% | Max 0.1% | Max 0.1% | 0.35% | 0.45 - 0.9% | Max 0.1% | 0.2 - 0.6% | Max 0.1% | Max 0.1% |
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
| GRADE | STRENGTH (METRIC/IMPERIAL) | HARDNESS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temper | Ultimate Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Brinell |
| 6063-T5 | 186 MPa/27,000 psi | 145 MPa/21,000 psi | 60 |
| 6063-T6 | 241 MPa/35,000 psi | 214 MPa/31,000 psi | 73 |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ARE CHANNELS AN EXTRUDED PRODUCT? WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ALUMINUM CHANNELS AND ALUMINUM ANGLES?
Are channels an extruded product?
ANSWER:
Yes, aluminum channels are made through the process of extrusion. The 6000 aluminum series, and 6063 aluminum in particular, is considered among the best alloys for extruded aluminum. First, the aluminum is heated, then pushed through a die. For channels, this die will be shaped like the letter C, but with a straight back to form 90 degree angles. Once aluminum angle cools and hardens it will be cut to length.
