Sep 18 2012
Topics Covered
IntroductionChemical CompositionPhysical PropertiesMechanical PropertiesThermal PropertiesApplications
Introduction
Aluminum alloys are known for their strong corrosion resistance. They are sensitive to high temperatures ranging between 200 and 250°C (392 and 482°F). However, the strength of Aluminium / Aluminum alloys can be enhanced at subzero temperatures, thus making them perfect low-temperature alloys.
Aluminium / Aluminum 6201 alloy is a wrought alloy type. The following datasheet will provide more details about Aluminium / Aluminum 6201 alloy.
Chemical Composition
The following table shows the chemical composition of Aluminium / Aluminum 6201 alloy.
Element |
Content (%) |
Aluminum, Al |
98.5 |
Magnesium, Mg |
0.80 |
Silicon, Si |
0.70 |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of Aluminium / Aluminum 6201 alloy are outlined in the following table.
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
Density |
2.6-2.8 g/cm3 |
0.0939-0.1011 lb/in³ |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of Aluminium / Aluminum 6201 alloy are tabulated below.
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
Elastic modulus |
70-80 GPa |
10152-11603 ksi |
Poisson’s ratio |
0.33 |
0.33 |
Thermal Properties
The thermal properties of Aluminium / Aluminum 6201 alloy are tabulated below.
Properties |
Conditions |
T (ºC) |
Treatment |
Thermal conductivity |
205 W/mK |
25 |
T81 |
Applications
Aluminium / Aluminum 6201 alloy is widely used in the manufacture of high strength electric conductor wire.