Aluminum Square Tube 6061-T6 exhibits above average corrosion resistance, good machinability, high strength, light weight, good weldability, and the ability to be heat treated for even higher strength, all at an affordable price. 6061 is the most commonly used aluminum alloy in the world due to its positive characteristics. It is typically used in aerospace, automotive, cameras, couplings, marine hardware, electrical components, decorative hardware, structural applications, pins, brakes, pistons, valves, and bicycle frames.
Tube is designed to act as structural support, whereas Pipe is designed to carry liquid/gas/material from one place to another.

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Height
1.5
Wall
0.125
Alloy
6061
Temper
T6
Production Method
Extruded
Metal Type
Aluminum
Shape
Tube-Square
Yes
RoHS
Yes
REACH
Yes
Weight/Lineal Foot
0.81 pounds
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Mechanical Properties

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
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Chemistry Information : 6061 Aluminum

Element
Percentage
Element
Percentage
Element
Percentage
Al
98
Cr
0.04 - 0.35
Cu
0.15 - 0.4
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

Yes, custom cut lengths are available from the warehouse, allowing you to order the aluminum square tube in sizes that fit your project requirements.

Absolutely. This extruded 6061-T6 aluminum square tube is designed for structural support, offering high strength, good weldability, and corrosion resistance, making it ideal for aerospace, automotive, and marine hardware uses.

The 6061-T6 aluminum square tube exhibits above average corrosion resistance and good machinability, making it easy to work with while maintaining durability in various environments.

Lengths range from 12 inches up to 288 inches, with shipping weights from 0.81 lb for 12 inches to 19.44 lb for 288 inches, giving you flexibility depending on your project size.

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