6061 Aluminum Rectangle Bar

6061 Aluminum Rectangle Bar
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  L = Length
  T = Thickness

With seven locations that can ship or deliver the metal products you need to any part of the country and advanced processing services like tube laser, flatbed laser, Hi-Def plasma, and water jet cutting to meet your aluminum rectangular bar needs, Industrial Metal Supply is your trusted metal products and services provider. IMS’ extensive inventory of 6061 aluminum flat bars, robust production capabilities, and exceptional customer service allow us the privilege of serving our broad customer base throughout the country.

Read more about 6061 aluminum rectangle bar below!
 

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How is 6061 Aluminum Flat Bar Manufactured?

Aluminum 6061 flat bar is generally manufactured through the process of extrusion. In extrusion, aluminum 6061 flat bar is produced by pushing the material through a pressurized die. As the aluminum is pushed through the pressure filled die, it is processed into a rectangular bar shape that can then be used for a wide range of 6061 aluminum applications.
  • ASTM-B221

Differences between Aluminum 6061 Rectangle Bar and 6063 Rectangle Bar

While aluminum 6061 rectangle bar and 6063 rectangle bar possess similar characteristics, each alloy type has advantages for application uses. The chart below reflects performance characteristics when compared to each other.

6061 Aluminum Rectangle Bar 6063 Al Rectangle Bar
  • Good machinability
  • Good weldability
  • Good corrosion resistance
  • Fair surface quality
  • Excellent strength-to-weight ratio
  • Good machinability
  • Good formability
  • Excellent corrosion resistance
  • Excellent surface quality
  • Poor strength-to-weight ratio

6061 Aluminum Rectangle Bar Advantages

6061 aluminum rectangle bar is an alloy that is manufactured with silicon and magnesium, which provides for easy machining, weldability, and hot and cold forming. This is one of the most widely used heat treatable aluminum alloys in existence. It is commonly used to manufacture marine and truck components, railroad cars, pipelines, and furniture. Some of the added benefits of utilizing 6061 aluminum, include:
  • Increased durability
  • Lightweight
  • Good conduction

6061 Aluminum Rectangular Bar Applications 

Aluminum rectangular bar 6061 is an alloy blend that provides a stronger, durable, and more flexible metal, that is suitable for multiple applications. 6061 rectangular bar is a distinct aluminum alloy and once combined with its alloyed elements it cannot be separated by physical means. Some of the industries that regularly utilize 6061 aluminum rectangular bar, include:
  • Transportation
  • Construction
  • Electrical
  • Consumer Goods
  • Medical assembly

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Contact Industrial Metal Supply 6061 Aluminum Flat Bar in California, Northern Mexico, and Arizona Today

Stop by one of our California or Arizona locations today to check out our diverse inventory of aluminum 6061 rectangle bar products. We are the industry’s most prominent provider of aluminum 6061 rectangle bar extrusions and products.
 
Contact us today for your 6061 aluminum bar needs, or request a quote today.

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