Aluminum (6061)
Aluminum alloy 6061 is an extremely versatile alloy known for its good balance of strength, corrosion resistance and formability. Due to its relatively low density and ease of machining, the material is widely used in industries such as aerospace, construction and automotive manufacturing. This makes 6061 one of the most commonly used aluminum alloys in the world, especially suitable for applications that have strict requirements on strength-to-weight ratio (strength-to-weight ratio). In addition, the alloy has excellent thermal and electrical conductivity properties, further enhancing its engineering design value for optimizing system efficiency without sacrificing performance.
Dimensional Stability
Toughness
Heat Resistance
Weather Resistance
Lightweight
Lead Time
6~10 days
Tolerance
± 0.2% (minimum of ± 0.2mm)
Min. Order
1
Reference Unit Price Range
0.63 - 1.40
Advantages
- Mature post-processing compatibility
- Widely used general-purpose alloy
- Heat-treatment capable
Disadvantages
- Higher cost
- Limited strength for demanding loads
- Lower surface quality
Performance Snapshot
Material Characteristics at a Glance
Relative performance profile across key engineering parameters. Values are contextual — not absolute stress ratings.
Lightweight
ExcelentePuntuación de referencia: 5/5
Heat Resistance
AltoPuntuación de referencia: 4/5
Weather Resistance
AltoPuntuación de referencia: 4/5
Thermal Conductivity
AltoPuntuación de referencia: 4/5
Dimensional Stability
AltoPuntuación de referencia: 4/5
Toughness
AltoPuntuación de referencia: 4/5
Corrosion Resistance
MedioPuntuación de referencia: 3/5
ESD Safe
MedioPuntuación de referencia: 3/5
Wear Resistance
MedioPuntuación de referencia: 3/5
Surface Finish Options
Surface Finish Options
Available finish options for Aluminum (6061).
As Printed
Color
Silvery-gray
Surface
Ra 12-25 μm (as-built SLM)
Accuracy
± 0.2% (minimum of ± 0.2mm)
Polishing
Surface result
Smoother, glossier visible surfaces where geometry allows
Best for
Mejorar la suavidad y el brillo en las piezas de Aluminum (6061) utilizadas para piezas metálicas de uso final, cuando la geometría lo permite.
Note
Confirmar la retención de bordes y el impacto dimensional en Aluminum (6061); las características finas pueden ablandarse durante el pulido.
Sand Blasting
Surface result
Uniform matte texture
Best for
Crear una textura mate uniforme en las piezas de Aluminum (6061) utilizadas para piezas metálicas de uso final y prototipos funcionales o de exhibición.
Note
Confirmar el enmascaramiento y la retención de características en Aluminum (6061); el chorro abrasivo puede cambiar la textura y ablandar los detalles finos.
Laser Engraving
Marking result
Permanent text, logo, or identification marking
Best for
Añadir texto, logotipos o identificación permanentes a las piezas de Aluminum (6061) utilizadas para piezas metálicas de uso final.
Note
Confirmar el contraste, la profundidad del marcado y la sensibilidad térmica en Aluminum (6061) antes de la producción.
Anodizing
Surface result
Protective anodized surface finish for aluminum parts
Best for
Aplicar anodizado a las piezas de Aluminum (6061) utilizadas para piezas metálicas de uso final.
Note
Confirmar la compatibilidad del material, la geometría y los criterios de aceptación para Aluminum (6061) antes de aplicar el anodizado.
Shot Peening
Surface effect
Compressive surface treatment for metal parts
Best for
Mejorar el estado superficial de las piezas metálicas de Aluminum (6061) utilizadas para piezas metálicas de uso final y aplicaciones de carga.
Note
Confirmar la respuesta de la aleación, la tolerancia dimensional y la cobertura superficial en Aluminum (6061); los ajustes del proceso afectan el estado superficial final.
Heat Treatment
Mechanical result
Adjusted strength, hardness, or stress-relief depending on the alloy
Best for
Ajustar la resistencia, la dureza o el estado de tensión de las piezas de Aluminum (6061) para piezas metálicas de uso final y usos funcionales exigentes.
Note
Confirmar el ciclo específico de la aleación, el cambio dimensional y los requisitos postratamiento para Aluminum (6061) antes de la producción.
Industries & Applications
Where Aluminum (6061) Delivers
Industrial Manufacturing
- End-use metal parts
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Mounting brackets
Equipment
- End-use metal parts
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Mounting brackets
- Electronic device housings
Automotive
- End-use metal parts
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Automotive functional parts
Aerospace
- Prototype and fit-check components
- Non-flight tooling and production aids
- Cabin and ground-support prototypes
- Low-volume engineering validation builds
Consumer Electronics
- End-use metal parts
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Electronic device housings
Entertainment & Collectibles
- Display and concept models
- Collectible and figurine prototypes
- Prop and costume-fit components
- Low-volume creative production parts
Jewelry
- Design concept models
- Pattern and master-model development
- Display and presentation pieces
- Low-volume custom accessories
Fine Jewelry & Accessories
- Fine accessory concept models
- Pattern and master-model development
- Display and presentation pieces
- Low-volume custom accessories
Robotics
- Prototype end-effectors and brackets
- Custom assembly and test fixtures
- Low-volume functional validation builds
- Integration and fit-check components
Industrial Automation
- End-use metal parts
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
Technical Specifications
Design Guidelines
Material Properties
Process & Dimensional Specs
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