6061 Aluminum Tubes 6063 Aluminum Pipe
6061 Aluminum Tubes 6063 Aluminum Pipe are two common aluminum alloys. They differ in composition, performance, and applications. We provide a detailed comparison and analysis of these two types of aluminum pipes based on their chemical composition, physical properties, processing characteristics, and application areas.
Description
6061 Aluminum Tubes 6063 Aluminum Pipe are two common aluminum alloys tube. They differ in composition, performance, and applications. We provide a detailed comparison and analysis of these two types of aluminum pipes based on their chemical composition, physical properties, processing characteristics, and application areas.
Chemical Composition Differences between 6061 Aluminum Tubes 6063 Aluminum Pipe:
First, from a chemical composition perspective, the primary difference between 6061 Aluminum Tubes 6063 Aluminum Pipe lies in the content of alloying elements. 6061 aluminum tubes contain higher levels of silicon (Si) and magnesium (Mg), while 6063 aluminum pipes contain higher levels of manganese (Mn). The addition of these alloying elements contributes to the performance differences between the two types of aluminum pipes.
Physical Properties of 6061 Aluminum Tubes 6063 Aluminum Pipe:
Second, from a physical performance perspective, 6061 aluminum tubes offer higher strength and hardness, as well as excellent corrosion resistance. This makes 6061 aluminum tubes widely used in applications requiring heavy loads and high corrosion resistance. 6063 aluminum pipe, on the other hand, has excellent plasticity and ductility, making it easy to bend and form. Furthermore, 6063 aluminum pipe offers excellent surface quality, with a smooth, high-gloss finish. Therefore, it is widely used in applications where appearance is paramount.
Processability of 6061 Aluminum Tubes 6063 Aluminum Pipe:
6061 Aluminum Tubes 6063 Aluminum Pipe also differ in terms of processability. 6061 aluminum tubes have relatively poor processability, requiring machining or heat treatment to meet operational requirements. 6063 aluminum pipe, on the other hand, offers superior processability and can be processed through simple cutting and bending techniques, resulting in lower processing costs.
Applications of 6061 Aluminum Tubes 6063 Aluminum Pipe:
Finally, in terms of application, 6061 aluminum tubes and 6063 aluminum pipes each have their respective applications. 6061 aluminum tubes are widely used in aviation, automotive, and machinery manufacturing, primarily in applications requiring high loads and high corrosion resistance. 6063 Aluminum Pipe is widely used in construction, decoration, furniture and other fields, mainly used to make doors, windows, curtain walls, pipes and other products with high appearance requirements.
Product Details and Specification
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Product
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Aluminum Pipe Tube
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Standard
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ASTM/ JIS/ GB/ DIN/ BS/ GOST
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Thickness
(mm)
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Thin
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0.15-2.0
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Conventional
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2.0-6.0
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Middle
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6.0-25.0
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Thick
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25-200
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Super thick
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>200
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Status
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F XX
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Free processing
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O XX
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Annealed
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H XX
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Work hardening
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W XX
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Solid solution heat treatment
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T XX
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Heat treatment
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Surface
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Polyester spraying, power spraying, fluorocarbon spraying, PE film, Mill, Bright, Polished, Hairline etc.
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Application
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Lighting /Solar reflective sheet/Building appearance/Interior decoration: ceiling, wall/Furniture, cabinets/Elevator/Signs, nameplates, luggage/Interior and exterior decoration of automobiles/Interior decorations: such as Frame/household appliances: refrigerators, microwave ovens, audio equipment/Aerospace aspects/Machining parts processing/Mold manufacturing/Chemical industry/heat preservation pipe coating/High-quality ship board
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Features of aluminum product series
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Composition
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Grade
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Property
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Pure Aluminum
(>99%)
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1XXX
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No less than 99% aluminum. Excellent corrosion resistance, high thermal and electrical conductivity, low mechanical properties and excellent machinability
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Al-Cu
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2XXX
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Good strength, being the ideal material for manufacturing parts, but the corrosion resistance is weaker
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Al-Mn
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3XXX
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Also known as rust-proof aluminum
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Al-Si
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4XXX
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Commonly used as welding materials, commonly used as building materials. After anodized surface treatment, it will appear dark gray.
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Al-Mg
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5XXX
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Hardened aluminium alloy, suitable for marine climates
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Al-Mg/Si
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6XXX
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Good formability, weldability, machinability and relatively good corrosion resistance
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Al-Zn
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7XXX
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Commonly used in aircraft fuselage structures, mobile equipment and other high-strength parts
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Al-Others
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8XXX
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Good electrical conductivity
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COMMON AL & AL ALLOY COMPARISION TABLE
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Type/Standard
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GB
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ASTM
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BS
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JIS
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NF
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DIN
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GOST
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Industrial Pure Al
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1A99
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1199
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A199.99R
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A99
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1A97
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A199.98R
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A97
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1A95
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A95
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1A80
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1080(1A)
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1080
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1080A
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A199.90
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A8
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1A50
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1050
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1050(1B)
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1050
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1050A
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A199.50
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A5
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Anti-rust Al
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5A02
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5052
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NS4
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5052
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5052
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AlMg2.5
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Amg
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5A03
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NS5
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AMg3
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5A05
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5056
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NB6
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5056
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AlMg5
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AMg5V
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5A30
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5456
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NG61
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5556
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5957
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Hard Al
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2A01
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2036
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2117
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2117
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AlCu2.5Mg0.5
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D18
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2A11
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HF15
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2017
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2017S
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AlCuMgl
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D1
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2A12
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2124
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2024
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2024
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AlCuMg2
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D16AVTV
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2B16
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2319
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Forging Al
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2A80
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2N01
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AK4
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2A90
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2218
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2018
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AK2
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2A14
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2014
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2014
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2014
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AlCuSiMn
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AK8
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Super Hard Al
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7A09
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7175
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7075
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7075
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AlZnMgCu1.5
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V95P
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Froging Al Alloy
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ZAlSi7Mn
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356.2
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LM25
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AC4C
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G-AlSi7Mg
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ZAlSi12
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413.2
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LM6
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AC3A
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A-S12-Y4
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G-Al12
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AL2
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ZAlSi5CulMg
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355.2
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AL5
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ZAlSi2Cu2Mgl
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413
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AC8A
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G-Al12(Cu)
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ZAlCu5Mn
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AL19
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ZAlCu5MnCdVA
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201
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ZAlMg10
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520.2
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LM10
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AG11
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G-AlMg10
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AL8
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ZAlMg5Si
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G-AlMg5Si
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AL13
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