May 17 2013
Topics Covered
Introduction
Chemical Composition
Physical Properties
Mechanical Properties
Thermal Properties
Fabrication
Introduction
Pure aluminium / aluminum is quite soft, therefore to make it strong, the metal is from time to time alloyed or cold worked. It is reported that most of the aluminium / aluminum that enters the global market has been alloyed with at least one other element.
Aluminium / aluminum 8000 series are alloyed with a variety of elements. Aluminium / aluminum 8006 alloy is a wrought alloy. It possesses good corrosion resistance and high strength.
The following datasheet will provide more details about aluminium / aluminum 8006 alloy.
Chemical Composition
The following table shows the chemical composition of aluminium / aluminum 8006 alloy.
|
Element |
Content (%) |
|
Aluminum, Al |
95.9 - 98.5 |
|
Iron, Fe |
1.2 - 2 |
|
Silicon, Si |
≤ 0.40 |
|
Copper, Cu |
≤ 0.30 |
|
Manganese, Mn |
0.30 - 1 |
|
Magnesium, Mg |
≤ 0.10 |
|
Zinc, Zn |
≤ 0.10 |
|
Remainder (each) |
≤ 0.050 |
|
Remainder (total) |
≤ 0.15 |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of aluminium / aluminum 8006 alloy are outlined in the following table.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Density |
2.74 g/cm³ |
0.098 lb/in³ |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of aluminium / aluminum 8006 alloy are tabulated below.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Elastic modulus |
70 MPa |
10152 psi |
Thermal Properties
The thermal properties of aluminium / aluminum 8006 alloy are tabulated below.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Thermal conductivity |
190-210 W/mK |
1317- 1456 BTU in/hr.ft².°F |
Fabrication
Aluminium / aluminum 8006 alloy can be welded and formed easily. Adhesive bonding is also possible. Welding can be performed using the techniques such as TIG, ultrasonic, and laser.