Are 6060 aluminum extrusions durable?

6060 aluminum extrusion is very durable. The normal service life can reach more than 15 years. Why can it be so durable?

This is because it has these following characteristics:

1. Strength parameters of 6060 aluminum extrusion:

Yield strength:

It has a yield strength of 190MPa (some 6060 aluminum extrusions have a yield strength of 200MPa). Which means that the material is able to maintain elastic deformation without plastic deformation before reaching this stress.

Tensile strength of 6060 aluminum extrusion:

It has a tensile strength of 215MPa, indicating that it can withstand large tensile stresses without breaking.

Elongation: The elongation of 6060 aluminum is 8%, indicating that the material can withstand a certain amount of plastic deformation before breaking.

 

 

2. Its density and hardness:

• Density: It has a density of 2.71g/cm³ and a relative density of 0.98, indicating that it is lightweight and easy to handle and install.
• Hardness: Its hardness is 85HB, indicating that its surface is relatively hard and not easy to be scratched or worn.

3. Its corrosion resistance and thermal conductivity:

It has good corrosion resistance and thermal conductivity. This means that it maintains stable performance in a wide range of environments and can effectively transfer heat.

Composition and process of 6060 aluminum extrusion:

1. Alloy composition:

It is mainly composed of aluminum, magnesium, silicon, manganese and other elements. This alloy composition makes the material has excellent durability and stability.

2. Process optimization:

It has been optimized in terms of alloy composition and process. The quenching strength in the extrusion production process has been improved, and the holding time of the aging process has been increased. These processes make it more durable.

Application areas of 6060 aluminum extrusions:

It is widely used in the body, window seats and other parts of automobiles, trains, subways and other means of transportation. These areas require high durability of the material.

In addition. It is also used in construction, decoration, machinery manufacturing and other fields, and these applications also prove the durability of 6060 aluminum extrusions.

 

Final Summary

6060 aluminum extrusion is known for its excellent durability, hardness, corrosion resistance and thermal conductivity. As well as optimized alloy composition and process, it makes it a durable material.

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