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6013
Aluminum 6013 Product Guide
Applications | Mechanical and Chemical Data | Tolerances
Overview
6013 aluminum is an aerospace alloy with moderate strength, good formability, and superior corrosion resistance. It is heat-treatable and can be easily welded or brazed. 6013 is commonly used in valves, machine parts, munitions, ABS braking systems, and hydraulic applications.
Common Trade Names
UNS A96013
Other Resources
Safety Data Sheet | Weight Calculator | Mill Test Reports
Products
Applications
- Pressure Vessels
- Cryogenics
- Hydraulics
- Towers and Rigs
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Physical Properties 6013 | ||||
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Density | 0.098 lb/in3 | |||
Ultimate Tensile Strength | 59 ksi | |||
Yield Tensile Strength | 50 ksi | |||
Fatigue Strength | 16 ksi | |||
Shear Strength | 34 ksi | |||
Shear Modulus | 3,800 ksi | |||
Hardness Rockwell | Brinell | B41 | 75 | |||
Elongation at Break Percentage | 3.4% | |||
Modulus of Elasticity | 10,000 ksi | |||
Poisson's Ratio | 0.33 | |||
Machinability Percentage | 30% | |||
Melting Point | 1,070-1,200 °F | |||
Specific Heat | 2.1 x 10^-1 BTU/lb-°F | |||
Thermal Conductivity | 1044 BTU-in/hr-ft^2-°F | |||
Electrical Conductivity | 38% IACS |
Chemistry Information
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Element |
Percentage |
Al | 97 |
Cr | 0.1 max |
Cu | 0.6 - 1.1 |
Fe | 0.5 max |
Mg | 0.8 - 1.2 |
Mn | 0.2 - 0.8 |
Si | 0.6 - 1 |
Ti | 0.1 max |
Zn | 0.25 max |