Aluminium, Commercial Alloy6101 T6 Bar & Extrusion

A heat treatable wrought aluminium alloy used in the manufacture and construction of electrical power distribution components and equipment.

6101 is a heat treatable wrought alloy best suited for applications involving moderate strength and maximum electrical conductivity.

It is similar to alloy 6063, but with minor chemistry changes which enhance electrical conductivity. Although this alloy is primarily used for busbar conductor applications it is also an excellent choice for other electrical projects.

This alloy is available in various temper conditions. The wide variety of tempers provide different strengths, formability, and electrical conductivity levels which allows for design flexibility.

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Temper Types

Properties

Chemical Composition

Chemical Element	% Present
Chromium (Cr)	0.00 - 0.03
Copper (Cu)	0.00 - 0.10
Iron (Fe)	0.00 - 0.50
Magnesium (Mg)	0.35 - 0.80
Manganese (Mn)	0.00 - 0.03
Other (Each)	0.00 - 0.03
Others (Total)	0.00 - 0.10
Silicon (Si)	0.30 - 0.70
Zinc (Zn)	0.00 - 0.10

Mechanical Property	Value
Tensile Strength	97 MPa

Physical Property	Value
Density	2.7 g/cm³
Melting Point	588 °C

Applications

Electrical busbar conductor applications for enclosed bus electrical installations
Power transmissions
Power stations

Characteristics

Good mechanical strength
High electrical conductivity
Good machinability
Good weldability
Good corrosion resistance
Easily cold worked in aged or annealed conditions

Additional Information

Weldability

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This Data is indicative only and as such is not to be relied upon in place of the full specification. In particular, mechanical property requirements vary widely with temper, product and product dimensions. All information is based on our present knowledge and is given in good faith. No liability will be accepted by the Company in respect of any action taken by any third party in reliance thereon. Please note that the 'Datasheet Update' date shown above is no guarantee of accuracy or whether the datasheet is up to date.

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