Aluminium Alloy 6063 Bolting Products
Aluminium Alloy 6063 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 6063 lists Aluminium (Al): Remainder; Magnesium (Mg): 0.45 – 0.90%; Silicon (Si): 0.20 – 0.60%; Iron (Fe): 0.35% Max. Confirm exact limits and analysis tolerances against the governing standard and product form.
The mechanical-property table for Aluminium Alloy 6063 lists Tensile Strength: 145 – 250 MPa; Yield Strength: 85 – 215 MPa; Elongation: 8 – 18 %; Hardness: Approx. 45 – 83 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 6063: 3.3206. 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): 0.45 – 0.90%; Silicon (Si): 0.20 – 0.60%; Iron (Fe): 0.35% Max. Confirm the governing standard, product analysis tolerances and product form before ordering.
| Element | Symbol | Composition |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminium | Al | Remainder |
| Magnesium | Mg | 0.45 – 0.90% |
| Silicon | Si | 0.20 – 0.60% |
| Iron | Fe | 0.35% Max |
| Copper | Cu | 0.10% Max |
| Manganese | Mn | 0.10% Max |
| Chromium | Cr | 0.10% Max |
| Zinc | Zn | 0.10% Max |
| Other Elements | — | Limited according to applicable specification |
The table reports Tensile Strength: 145 – 250 MPa; Yield Strength: 85 – 215 MPa; Elongation: 8 – 18 %; Hardness: Approx. 45 – 83 HB as reference data for Aluminium Alloy 6063. Actual requirements depend on condition, dimensions, test method and specification; these values are not design allowables.
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 145 – 250 | MPa |
| Yield Strength | 85 – 215 | MPa |
| Elongation | 8 – 18 | % |
| Hardness | Approx. 45 – 83 | HB |
Aluminium Alloy 6063 is a heat-treatable aluminium-magnesium-silicon alloy favored for extrusion, surface finish and general architectural applications.
Well suited to complex extruded profiles.
Produces attractive surfaces for architectural finishing.
Suitable for many indoor and outdoor applications.
Can be strengthened by solution treatment and ageing in suitable tempers.
Aluminium Alloy 6063 is selected for applications that match its specific strength, corrosion, forming, machining and service characteristics.
Widely used for window, door and curtain-wall extrusions.
Used for extruded heat-transfer profiles.
Suitable for decorative and functional extrusions.
Used for complex profiles requiring good surface finish.
Design profile geometry to suit the alloy’s strong extrusion behavior.
Choose temper for required strength while preserving surface and forming properties.
Anodizing and powder coating are common where enhanced surface performance is required.
The commonly listed Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for Aluminium Alloy 6063 is 3.3206. 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. It can be strengthened by precipitation hardening.
Yes. It generally provides good atmospheric corrosion resistance.
Typical uses include architectural profiles, heat sinks, furniture sections and general extrusions.
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