Aluminum Rectangle 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.

Dimension Name |
Specification |
Alloy | 6061 |
Temper | t6 |
Production Method | extruded |
Height | 1.5 |
Width | 3 |
Wall | 0.125 |
Max Length | 253 |
MTR Availability | Yes |
Full Length | true |
Material | aluminum |
Shape | tube-rectangle |
Custom Cut Warehouse | 1 |
This material meets the following specs: ASTM -B221
Weight/Lineal Foot |
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1.24 pounds |
Mechanical Properties |
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Property | Value |
Elongation % in 2 inches | 12 |
Modulus of Elasticity KSI x 10^3 | 10 |
Ultimate shear strength KSI | 27 |
Ultimate KSI | 42 |
Yield KSI | 37 |
Chemistry Information: 6061 Aluminum |
|
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 |