Description
6005 aluminum bar or aluminum rod belongs to Al-Mg series anti-rust aluminum and has good corrosion resistance, weldability and cold workability.
Similar to 5182 aluminum rod, but with slightly higher magnesium content and a small amount of silicon added, so the welding performance is better. It cannot be strengthened by heat treatment, but it still has good plasticity when semi-cold work hardening.
6005 aluminum bar has medium strength and high plasticity, and is especially suitable for occasions requiring high plasticity and good weldability. Its fatigue strength is high, and its plasticity decreases during cold work hardening.
6005 6005A performance lies between 6061 and 6082, and they can be used interchangeably with 6005A.
The strength and machinability of 6005-T5 are equivalent to those of 6061-T6 and superior to 6063-T6. Moreover, 6005 6005A exhibit better extrusion characteristics and smoother milling surfaces.
Features of 6005a 6005 aluminum bar / aluminium rods
- maintaining stable performance in various environments, especially in wet and corrosive gas conditions.
- Heat treatment can be applied to 6005 6005A, allowing for adjustments in mechanical properties and other characteristics through controlled thermal processes to meet specific application requirements.
- Notably, 6005A alloy boasts excellent extrusion performance, making it suitable for manufacturing complex-shaped components using the extrusion process.
- These 6005 aluminum bar or aluminium rod offer excellent bending performance, making them suitable for applications requiring bending or shaping without excessive fracture or damage.
- They demonstrate high fatigue strength, ensuring reliability in applications involving prolonged or repeated loads.
- Both 6005 6005A alloys perform excellently in various welding methods, including gas welding, TIG welding, spot welding, and roll welding, enhancing their manufacturing and processing versatility
6005a 6005 aluminum bar specifications
| Alloy | 6005, 6005A |
| 6005A 6005 Aluminum Bar States | T5, T6 |
| 6005A 6005 Aluminum Bar Types | Square, Round, Hex, Flat, Wire In Black & Bright Finish |
| 6005A 6005 Extruded Aluminum Round Bar Diameter | Φ5-200mm |
| 6005A 6005 Extruded Aluminum Square Bar Diameter | 5-200mm |
| 6005A 6005 Extruded Aluminum Hexagonal Bar Diameter | 5-200mm |
| 6005A 6005 Extruded Aluminum Flat Bar Specifications | Thickness:0.15-40mm Width:10-200mm |
| 6005 6005A Aluminum Cast Bar Diameter | Φ124-1350mm |
| 6005A 6005 Aluminum Bar Length | 1-6m, Random, Fix & Cut Length or as per clients’ requirement |
| 6005A 6005 Aluminum Bar Surface | Bright, Polish & Black |
| 6005A 6005 Aluminum Bar Quality | free from cracks, bubbles, or corrosive spots. |
| 6005A 6005 Aluminum Bar Packaging | Packaging can be tailored to other customer requirements |
| 6005A 6005 Aluminum Bar Standards | ASTM B221, EN573, EN485, EN 755-2, GB/T 3191 |
Chemical composition of 6005a 6005 aluminum bar
| Element | Composition % | |
| 6005 | 6005A | |
| Si | 0.6-0.9 | 0.5-0.9 |
| Fe | 0.35 | 0.35 |
| Cu | 0.10 | 0.3 |
| Mn | 0.10 | 0.5 |
| Mg | 0.4-0.6 | 0.4-0.7 |
| Cr | 0.10 | 0.30 |
| Zn | 0.10 | 0.20 |
| Ti | 0.10 | 0.10 |
| Mn+Cr | – | 0.12-0.50 |
| Each | 0.05 | 0.05 |
| Total | 0.15 | 0.15 |
| Al | Re | Re |
These alloys exhibit excellent bending performance and high fatigue strength. Therefore, they are often applied in the manufacturing of high-speed railway vehicles and subway car bodies.
Using 6005A can significantly reduce the weight of vehicles and increase their operational speed.
Physical properties of 6005a t6 6005 aluminum bar
| Property | Value |
| Density | 2.70 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 605℃ |
| Thermal Expansion | 24 x10-6 /K |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 70 GPa |
| Thermal Conductivity | 188 W/m.K |
| Electrical Resistivity | 0.034 x10-6 Ω.m |
- 6005 aluminum alloy contains high silicon content, lowering the melting point and improving extrusion performance. 6005A aluminum alloy contains more chromium and additional manganese to reduce stress corrosion risk and enhance toughness. The additional manganese increases extrudability and strength.
- While generally similar in overall mechanical performance, slight differences in alloy element content and processing techniques may lead to slightly different strength, plasticity, and mechanical performance under specific conditions.
- 6005 6005A alloys share similar properties with 6106 and 6005 6005A alloys and are sometimes interchangeable. However, 6005 6005A alloys exhibit superior extrusion performance, and 6005A can even replace 6061 due to its better extrudability and surface appearance.
6005 aluminum bar
What are the applications of 6005 aluminum bar?
Construction engineering field: Due to the lightweight properties and corrosion resistance of aluminum, 6005 aluminum rods are often used to make building components, such as bridges, stair handrails, windows, doors, ceilings, etc. These components reduce the load on the structure and extend its service life.
Transportation field: 6005 aluminum rods are also widely used in manufacturing car bodies and parts for vehicles such as cars, trains, and airplanes. Its high strength and lightweight properties help improve the fuel economy and driving performance of vehicles.
Electronic and electrical fields: 6005 aluminum rods can be used to make shells, radiators, wires and other components of electronic and electrical products. It has excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, which helps improve the performance and heat dissipation of electronic and electrical products.
Mechanical equipment field: 6005 aluminum rods are also widely used in the field of mechanical equipment, such as making structural frames, parts, pipes, etc. of mechanical equipment. Its good workability and weldability make it suitable for such uses.
Mechanical properties of 6005 6005a t6 aluminum bar
| Mechanical Property | ≤25mm | 25mm-50mm | 50mm-100mm |
| Proof Stress | 225 Min MPa | 225 Min MPa | 215 Min MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 270 Min MPa | 270 Min MPa | 260 Min MPa |
| Elongation A50 mm | 8% | – | – |
| Shear Strength | 205 MPa | – | – |
| Hardness Brinell | 90 HB | 90 HB | 85HB |
| Elongation A | 10 Min % | 8 Min % | 8 Min % |
Aluminum rods are used in building profiles, irrigation pipes, extruded materials for vehicles, stands, furniture, elevators, fences, etc., as well as decorative components of different colors for aircraft, ships, light industrial sectors, buildings, etc.
