Aluminium Alloy 6061 Bolting Products
Aluminium Alloy 6061 is listed in the ALUMINIUM ALLOY material family. The reference data below should be checked against the governing product specification, product form and delivery condition before selection or certification.
The reference chemistry table for Aluminium Alloy 6061 lists Aluminium (Al): Remainder; Magnesium (Mg): 0.8 – 1.2%; Silicon (Si): 0.4 – 0.8%; Copper (Cu): 0.15 – 0.40%. Confirm exact limits and analysis tolerances against the governing standard and product form.
The mechanical-property table for Aluminium Alloy 6061 lists Tensile Strength: 125 – 310 MPa; Yield Strength: 55 – 276 MPa; Elongation: 8 – 25 %; Hardness: Approx. 30 – 95 HB. These are reference entries; supplied condition, dimensions, test method and governing specification control the requirements, and the figures are not design allowables.
Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for Aluminium Alloy 6061: 3.3211. This comparison does not guarantee interchangeability; confirm chemistry, product form and condition against the governing specification.
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The reference chemistry table lists Aluminium (Al): Remainder; Magnesium (Mg): 0.8 – 1.2%; Silicon (Si): 0.4 – 0.8%; Copper (Cu): 0.15 – 0.40%. Confirm the governing standard, product analysis tolerances and product form before ordering.
| Element | Symbol | Composition |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminium | Al | Remainder |
| Magnesium | Mg | 0.8 – 1.2% |
| Silicon | Si | 0.4 – 0.8% |
| Copper | Cu | 0.15 – 0.40% |
| Iron | Fe | 0.7% Max |
| Chromium | Cr | 0.04 – 0.35% |
| Manganese | Mn | 0.15% Max |
| Zinc | Zn | 0.25% Max |
| Other Elements | — | Limited according to applicable specification |
The table reports Tensile Strength: 125 – 310 MPa; Yield Strength: 55 – 276 MPa; Elongation: 8 – 25 %; Hardness: Approx. 30 – 95 HB as reference data for Aluminium Alloy 6061. Actual requirements depend on condition, dimensions, test method and specification; these values are not design allowables.
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 125 – 310 | MPa |
| Yield Strength | 55 – 276 | MPa |
| Elongation | 8 – 25 | % |
| Hardness | Approx. 30 – 95 | HB |
Aluminium Alloy 6061 is a versatile heat-treatable aluminium-magnesium-silicon alloy combining good strength, corrosion resistance, machinability and weldability.
Provides a useful combination of strength and low density.
Offers good general corrosion resistance for many engineering environments.
Widely used for welded and fabricated assemblies.
Machines well in common tempers and product forms.
Aluminium Alloy 6061 is selected for applications that match its specific strength, corrosion, forming, machining and service characteristics.
Used for frames, supports and general structures.
Applied to chassis, brackets and transport components.
Used for many marine and outdoor fabricated parts.
Suitable for precision parts where moderate-to-high strength is required.
T4, T6 and other tempers have substantially different mechanical properties.
Design around weld zones should account for heat-affected-zone softening.
Anodizing and other finishes can be considered where surface durability is required.
The commonly listed Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for Aluminium Alloy 6061 is 3.3211. Treat this as a grade comparison, not a guarantee of interchangeability. Verify chemistry, product form, condition and governing specification against the supplier certificate before substitution.
Yes. 6061 is a precipitation-hardening aluminium alloy.
Yes. It offers good general corrosion resistance.
Typical uses include structural frames, transport components, marine equipment and machined parts.
Our engineering team can help you select suitable materials based on operating temperature, pressure and service conditions.