Description
📄 Product Description – Aluminum 6061 Plate
✨ Overview
The Aluminum 6061 Plate is a premium-grade aluminum alloy product recognized for its exceptional versatility, strength, and corrosion resistance. As one of the most popular aluminum alloys in the world, 6061 aluminum plate offers a unique combination of mechanical properties, excellent machinability, and superior weldability. This makes it an industry standard for applications across aerospace, marine, construction, transportation, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
Produced to meet stringent quality standards such as ASTM B209, our high-strength aluminum 6061 plate is available in a range of tempers, including 6061-T6 aluminum plate, which is the most commonly specified due to its enhanced mechanical strength after heat treatment. Whether you need aluminum 6061 T6 plate for structural components, tooling, or precision machined parts, our products deliver consistent performance and reliability.
🏭 Key Features
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Alloy Designation: Aluminum 6061 (Al-Mg-Si)
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Available Tempers: T4, T6, T651
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High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Excellent for aerospace and automotive applications
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Corrosion Resistance: Superior, even in marine and chemical environments
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Machinability: Excellent, suitable for CNC machining and fabrication
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Weldability: Compatible with most welding techniques, including MIG and TIG
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Custom Size Aluminum 6061 Plate: Available with precision cutting services
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Finishes: Mill finish, anodized, powder-coated, or painted
⚙ Chemical Composition (Typical)
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Aluminum (Al) | Balance |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.40 – 0.80 |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.70 |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.15 – 0.40 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 0.15 |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.80 – 1.20 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.04 – 0.35 |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.25 |
| Titanium (Ti) | ≤ 0.15 |
📊 Mechanical Properties (Typical for 6061-T6 Aluminum Plate)
| Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 290 MPa | 42,000 psi |
| Yield Strength | 240 MPa | 35,000 psi |
| Elongation at Break | 8–12% | — |
| Brinell Hardness | 95 HB | — |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 68.9 GPa | 10,000 ksi |
| Density | 2.70 g/cm³ | 0.0975 lb/in³ |
🚀 Advantages of Aluminum 6061 Plate
✅ Strength and Light Weight – Offers high mechanical strength without excessive weight, ideal for aerospace and automotive designs.
✅ Corrosion Resistant 6061 Aluminum Plate – Performs exceptionally in harsh marine and industrial environments.
✅ Machinable and Weldable – Suitable for CNC machining, drilling, milling, and various welding methods.
✅ Custom Size Aluminum 6061 Plate – We provide tailored cutting services for exact specifications.
✅ Versatility – Suitable for structural, decorative, and functional components.
🛠 Applications
1️⃣ Aerospace
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Aircraft fuselage frames
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Wing ribs and spars
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Landing gear components
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Spacecraft structural parts
2️⃣ Marine
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Boat hulls and superstructures
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Dock and pier hardware
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Offshore platform components
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Corrosion-resistant fittings
3️⃣ Construction
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Architectural façade panels
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Curtain wall frames
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Roof trusses and beams
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Decorative trims and moldings
4️⃣ Automotive and Transportation
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Vehicle chassis components
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Trailer beds and frames
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Suspension arms
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Racing car structural parts
5️⃣ Industrial
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Machine bases and frames
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Precision jigs and fixtures
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Tooling plates
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Heat sinks and thermal management components
🧪 Processing & Fabrication
Our aluminum 6061 plate is easy to work with and supports a variety of manufacturing methods:
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CNC Machining – Achieve tight tolerances and excellent surface finish.
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Welding – Suitable for MIG, TIG, and resistance welding.
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Heat Treatment – T6 temper offers the highest strength.
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Forming – Can be bent and shaped without cracking in suitable conditions.
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Surface Treatment – Anodizing, painting, and powder coating available.
📏 Available Sizes
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Thickness: 0.25″ to 8″ (6.35 mm to 203 mm)
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Width: Up to 96″ (2438 mm)
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Length: Up to 300″ (7620 mm)
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Custom Cut Aluminum 6061 Plate: Cut-to-size service available for precision projects.
🧾 Quality Assurance
We take quality seriously. Every 6061 aluminum plate is:
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Produced in ISO 9001-certified facilities
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Supplied with a Mill Test Certificate (MTC)
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Inspected for dimensional accuracy and surface quality
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Optionally tested by third-party inspection agencies such as SGS or BV
📦 Packaging & Delivery
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Protected with plastic film or paper interleaving
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Packed in export-grade wooden crates or pallets
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Worldwide shipping by air or sea
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Typical lead time: 7–15 business days depending on size and customization
🌍 Why Choose Our Aluminum 6061 Plate
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Experience – Years of supplying high-quality aluminum products worldwide.
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Capability – Advanced cutting and finishing equipment for precision manufacturing.
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Service – Custom solutions, fast lead times, and responsive customer support.
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Reliability – Consistent quality, on-time delivery, and competitive pricing.
📞 Contact Us
📧 Email: sales@niticu.com
📞 Phone / WhatsApp / WeChat: +86 13335373172
🏭 Factory: Baotai Road Industrial Park, High-tech Zone, Baoji City, Shaanxi, China
🌐 Website: https://niticu.com
📩 Contact us today for a quotation, technical details, or a custom order — we respond within 24 hours.
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