6060 aluminum alloy and 6063 aluminum alloy are two common aluminum alloy materials that have some differences in composition, although there may be some overlap in their properties and uses. Here are some of their main differences:
chemical composition:
6060 aluminum alloy: Contains approximately 98.8% aluminum (Al), approximately 0.6-1.0% silicon (Si), approximately 0.35-0.6% magnesium (Mg), and approximately 0.1-0.3% manganese (Mn).
6063 aluminum alloy: Contains about 98.9% aluminum (Al), about 0.2-0.6% silicon (Si), about 0.45-0.9% magnesium (Mg), and about 0.1-0.6% manganese (Mn).
Mechanical behavior:
In general, 6063 aluminum alloy has better tensile strength and hardness than 6060 aluminum alloy.
Application areas:
6060 aluminum alloy is commonly used in various structural applications such as construction, rail transit, and automotive components.
6063 aluminum alloy is commonly used in architectural and decorative applications such as door and window frames, curtain walls and other building structures.
Heat treatment characteristics:
Both 6060 and 6063 aluminum alloys can be heat treated to change their properties. They are typically supplied in T5 or T6 conditions, which indicate appropriate heat treatment processes.
