Alcoa Alloy 6061, a cold finished aluminum wrought product, is offered for use in applications requiring excellent corrosion resistance and anodizing response, good workability, excellent joining characteristics, good acceptance of applied coatings, and adequate machinability. Some applications include impact stock for low pressure ammunition and aerospace connectors.
General Characteristics of Alcoa Alloy 6061
Excellent joining characteristics
Good acceptance of applied coatings
Combines relatively high strength, good workability and high resistance to corrosion
The T8 and T9 tempers offer better chipping characteristics over the T6 temper.
Typical Uses for Alcoa Alloy 6061
Aircraft fittings
camera lens mounts
couplings
marine fittings and hardware
electrical fittings and connectors
decorative or misc. hardware
hinge pins
magneto parts
brake pistons
hydraulic pistons
appliance fittings
valves and valve parts
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