Alloy & Temper Mechanical Matrix
Tensile strength, yield point, and application suitability reference table.
| Alloy Grade | Temper Designation | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Primary Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6063 (HE9) | T6 / T5 | 190 - 230 | 150 - 170 | 8 - 12 | Architectural doors, window frames, extrusions, structural tubing |
| 6061 (HE30) | T6 / T651 | 290 - 310 | 240 - 270 | 10 - 15 | Structural engineering, heavy tooling plates, truck bodies, automotive |
| 7075 | T6 / T651 | 530 - 570 | 460 - 500 | 7 - 10 | Aerospace components, high-stress defense equipment, precision molds |
| 5083 | H111 / H321 | 270 - 345 | 125 - 250 | 12 - 16 | Marine hulls, pressure vessels, chemical tanks, cryogenic applications |
| 19000 / 1200 | O / H14 / H18 | 70 - 140 | 35 - 120 | 20 - 35 | General commercial sheets, deep drawing, utensils, chemical ducting |
| 1050 / 1350 | O / H0 | 60 - 95 | 25 - 65 | 25 - 40 | Electrical transformer windings, busbars, electrical strip coils |
Alloy 6061 Chemical Composition
Nominal element percentages by weight (Maximum unless range specified)
Silicon (Si)
0.40 - 0.80%
Iron (Fe)
0.70% Max
Copper (Cu)
0.15 - 0.40%
Manganese (Mn)
0.15% Max
Magnesium (Mg)
0.80 - 1.20%
Chromium (Cr)
0.04 - 0.35%
Aluminium (Al)
Balance
Alloy 6063 Chemical Composition
Nominal element percentages by weight (Maximum unless range specified)
Silicon (Si)
0.20 - 0.60%
Iron (Fe)
0.35% Max
Copper (Cu)
0.10% Max
Manganese (Mn)
0.10% Max
Magnesium (Mg)
0.45 - 0.90%
Chromium (Cr)
0.10% Max
Aluminium (Al)
Balance
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