Nov 20 2012
Topics Covered
Introduction
Chemical Composition
Physical Properties
Mechanical Properties
Thermal Properties
Other Designations
Applications
Introduction
Aluminium / aluminum alloys are very sensitive to high temperatures. Their strength can be increased when they are subjected to subzero temperatures. They have strong corrosion resistance and high ductility.
The following datasheet gives an overview of the aluminium / aluminum 6070 alloy.
Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of aluminium / aluminum 6070 alloy is outlined in the following table.
|
Element |
Content (%) |
|
Aluminium / aluminum, Al |
97 |
|
Silicon, Si |
1.40 |
|
Magnesium, Mg |
0.80 |
|
Manganese, Mn |
0.70 |
|
Copper, Cu |
0.28 |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of aluminium / aluminum 6070 alloy are tabulated below.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Density |
2.6-2.8 g/cm3 |
0.0939- 0.101 lb/in3 |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of aluminium / aluminum 6070 alloy are outlined in the following table.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Tensile strength |
145 MPa |
21031 psi |
|
Yield strength |
69 MPa |
10008 psi |
|
Shear strength |
97 MPa |
14069 psi |
|
Fatigue strength |
62 MPa |
8993 psi |
|
Elastic modulus |
70-80 GPa |
10153-11603 ksi |
|
Poisson's ratio |
0.33 |
0.33 |
|
Elongation |
20% |
20% |
|
Hardness |
35 |
35 |
Thermal Properties
The thermal properties of the aluminium / aluminum 6070 alloy are given in the following table.
|
Properties |
Conditions |
|
Temp |
Treatment |
|
Thermal conductivity |
175 W/mK |
25ºC/77ºF |
T6 |
Other Designations
Other designations equivalent to aluminium / aluminum 6070 alloy include ASTM B221.
Applications
Aluminium / aluminum 6070 alloy is used in manufacturing pipelines and heavy duty welded structures.