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EN AW-6061 (AlMg1SiCu) aluminium round bar
Aluminium round bars

EN AW-6061 (AlMg1SiCu) aluminium round bar

A widely usable alloy grade, characterised by medium or slightly higher strength. It machines and welds well – an alloy used especially on the American market!

  • Good corrosion resistance
  • Good weldability
  • Easy to form
  • Readily machinable
Field of use
  • Machine and component manufacturing
  • Automotive industry
  • Rail vehicle manufacturing
Alloy grade
EN AW-6061 (AlMg1SiCu)
Tempers
T6
Formats
Bar stock – extruded, drawn execution

EN AW-6061 – chemical composition1

(EN 573-3)

Specifications (%)

Remainder: Aluminium

Others
Si Fe Cu Mn Mg Cr Ni Zn Ti Ga V Notes Each Total2
0,40 - 0,80 0,70 0,15 - 0,40 0,15 0,80 - 1,20 0,04 - 0,35 - 0,25 0,15 - - - 0,05 0,15
1 Chemical specifications are in mass %. Where no range is given, the alloying content is the maximum value.
2 Includes all elements for which no separate limit is specified.

EN 754-2 – Mechanical properties: drawn aluminium round bars

Delivery temper Diameter
(mm)
Tensile strength Rm (MPa) Proof strength Rp0,2 (MPa) Elongation
% min.
Hardness
HBW
min. max. min. max. A50 mm A
T6 ≤ 80 260 – 240 – 6 8 95

EN 755-2 – Mechanical properties: extruded aluminium round bars

Delivery temper Diameter
(mm)
Tensile strength Rm (MPa) Proof strength Rp0,2 (MPa) Elongation
% min.
Hardness
HBW
min. max. min. max. A50 mm A
T6 ≤ 200 260 – 240 – 8 6 95

EN AW-6061 – Al Mg1 Si Cu – general alloy grade information

The values and data below are indicative – they help to give a general picture of the material.

Alloy designations

EN AWAl Mg1 Si Cu
Old designationAl Mg1 Si Cu
Material number (DIN)3.3211
United Kingdom (BS)H20
Italy (UNI)9006/2
SpainL-3420
Sweden-
Norway-
France (AFNOR)A-GSUC
Colour code-

Typical physical properties

Density [g/cm3]2,70
Modulus of elasticity [GPa]70,0
Thermal conductivity [W/m*K]170 – 200
Thermal expansion coefficient [K-1*10-6] -50°C – 20°C
20°C – 100°C   |   23,0
20°C – 200°C
20°C – 300°C
Specific heat [J/(kg*K)]-
Electrical conductivity [m/Ω*mm2]22 – 30
Shear modulus [GPa]26,3

Heat treatment

Annealing / recrystallisation annealing
Annealing temperature380°C – 420°C
Heat-up time1 – 2 hours
Cooling conditions30°C/hour to 250°C, air below 250°C
Hardening
Solution heat treatment525°C – 540°C
Quenchingwater
Natural ageing5 – 8 days
Artificial ageing155°C – 190°C · 4 – 16 hours
Machinability
Annealed4
Work-hardened-
Heat-treated2
Dimensional stability-
EDM1
Surface treatment
Anodising – (protective)1
Special anodising quality (EQ)-
Anodising – decorative3
Painting / coating2
Polishing1 – 2
Weldability
Process Value Filler metal
Gas3
TIG2SG-Al Mg4
MIG1SG-Al Mg4,5 Mn / SG-Al Si5
Resistance welding3
Solderability
Brazing with flux3 – 5
Brazing without flux4
Abrasion soldering2
Soft soldering with flux3
Corrosion resistance
Normal atmosphere2
Marine environment2 – 3
Formability
Cold forming Value Delivery temper
Bending3T3 · T4
Compression forming2O
Deep drawing2O
Upsetting2O
Impact extrusion2O
Hot forming
Closed-die forging2
Extrusion2
Hammer forging2
Food-contact use (DIN EN 602) yes

Legend

1very good
2good
3medium
4poor
5not suitable
EQ Anodising quality must be ordered separately and confirmed in writing

Dimensional tolerances of extruded round bars

DIN EN 755-4 : 2008

Alloy groups

Group I EN AW-1050A, EN AW-1070A, EN AW-1200, EN AW-1350
EN AW-3102, EN AW-3003, EN AW-3103
EN AW-5005, EN AW-5005A, EN AW-5051A, EN AW-5251
EN AW-6101A, EN AW-6101B, EN AW-6005, EN AW-6005A, EN AW-6106, EN AW-6008, EN AW-6010A, EN AW-6012, EN AW-6014, EN AW-6018, EN AW-6023, EN AW-6351, EN AW-6060, EN AW-6360, EN AW-6061, EN AW-6261, EN AW-6262, EN AW-6262A, EN AW-6063, EN AW-6063A, EN AW-6463, EN AW-6065, EN AW-6081, EN AW-6082, EN AW-6182
Group II EN AW-2007, EN AW-2011, EN AW-2011A, EN AW-2014, EN AW-2014A
EN AW-2017A, EN AW-2024, EN AW-2030
EN AW-5019, EN AW-5049, EN AW-5052, EN AW-5154A, EN AW-5454, EN AW-5754, EN AW-5083, EN AW-5086
EN AW-7003, EN AW-7005, EN AW-7108, EN AW-7108A, EN AW-7020, EN AW-7021, EN AW-7022, EN AW-7049A, EN AW-7075

Diameter tolerances (extruded – EN 755)

Dimensions in millimetres (mm)
Ø mm Tolerances
from to Alloy group I Alloy group II
≥ 1018± 0,22± 0,30
1825± 0,25± 0,35
2540± 0,30± 0,40
4050± 0,35± 0,45
5065± 0,40± 0,50
6580± 0,45± 0,70
80100± 0,55± 0,90
100120± 0,65± 1,0
120150± 0,80± 1,2
150180± 1,0± 1,4
180220± 1,15± 1,7
Note: For tolerances outside the sizes above, please ask our sales team.

Dimensional tolerances of extruded round bars

DIN EN 755-4 : 2008

Alloy groups

Group I EN AW-1050A, EN AW-1070A, EN AW-1200, EN AW-1350
EN AW-3102, EN AW-3003, EN AW-3103
EN AW-5005, EN AW-5005A, EN AW-5051A, EN AW-5251
EN AW-6101A, EN AW-6101B, EN AW-6005, EN AW-6005A, EN AW-6106, EN AW-6008, EN AW-6010A, EN AW-6012, EN AW-6014, EN AW-6018, EN AW-6023, EN AW-6351, EN AW-6060, EN AW-6360, EN AW-6061, EN AW-6261, EN AW-6262, EN AW-6262A, EN AW-6063, EN AW-6063A, EN AW-6463, EN AW-6065, EN AW-6081, EN AW-6082, EN AW-6182
Group II EN AW-2007, EN AW-2011, EN AW-2011A, EN AW-2014, EN AW-2014A
EN AW-2017A, EN AW-2024, EN AW-2030
EN AW-5019, EN AW-5049, EN AW-5052, EN AW-5154A, EN AW-5454, EN AW-5754, EN AW-5083, EN AW-5086
EN AW-7003, EN AW-7005, EN AW-7108, EN AW-7108A, EN AW-7020, EN AW-7021, EN AW-7022, EN AW-7049A, EN AW-7075

Diameter tolerances (extruded – EN 755)

Dimensions in millimetres (mm)
Ø mm Tolerances
from to Alloy group I Alloy group II
≥ 1018± 0,22± 0,30
1825± 0,25± 0,35
2540± 0,30± 0,40
4050± 0,35± 0,45
5065± 0,40± 0,50
6580± 0,45± 0,70
80100± 0,55± 0,90
100120± 0,65± 1,0
120150± 0,80± 1,2
150180± 1,0± 1,4
180220± 1,15± 1,7
Note: For tolerances outside the sizes above, please ask our sales team.
Note: We accept no liability or warranty for the correctness, accuracy or completeness of the information and data stated above. Standards and indicative values may change. Agreements are valid as set out in the quotation / order confirmation. We also draw attention to the fact that we accept no liability for colour shades arising during decorative anodising, or for corrosion-resistance results and how they develop. Individual terms may be agreed on a case-by-case basis and must be recorded in writing.