6262 Aluminum Bars

6262 aluminum bar is an aluminum alloy product, belonging to 6 series aluminum alloy (aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy). The alloy is mainly composed of aluminum, magnesium, silicon and other elements, and contains a small amount of copper, chromium and zinc. 6262 aluminum bar is widely used for its excellent machining performance, corrosion resistance and high strength.

6000 Series Aluminum

6262 aluminum bar is a low-alloyed Al-Mg-Si high-plasticity alloy. It has many valuable features:

• 1. Heat treatment is strengthened, the impact toughness is high, and it is insensitive to lack.

• 2. Excellent thermoplasticity, can be extruded into complex structures at high speed. Thin wall. Hollow various profiles or forged into forgings with complex structures, the quenching temperature range is wide, quenching sensitivity is low, extrusion and forging molding, as long as the temperature is higher than the quenching temperature. It can be quenched by spraying water or piercing water. Thin-walled parts (6<3mm) can also be air quenched.

• 3. Excellent welding performance and corrosion resistance, no stress corrosion cracking tendency, in the heat treatment of reinforced aluminum alloys, Al-Mg-Si alloy is the only alloy that has not found stress corrosion cracking phenomenon.

• 4. The surface is very smooth after processing, and it is easy to anodize and color. The disadvantage is that if it is parked at room temperature for some time after quenching, it will adversely affect the strength (parking effect).

1. 6262-T6 Aluminum Bar

The T6 state is to melt the aluminum alloy and then perform artificial aging to give it higher strength and hardness.

Application:

• Automation machinery parts: 6262 aluminum bars in the T6 state have excellent strength and hardness, and are suitable for high-strength parts in automation machinery, such as shafts, gears, and high-precision parts.

• Aerospace parts: Due to their high strength and corrosion resistance, aluminum bars in the T6 state are suitable for structural parts in the aerospace field, such as connectors, brackets, etc.

• Industrial fasteners: The T6 state has good machinability and strength, and is suitable for manufacturing fasteners such as bolts, nuts, and screws, especially in situations where strong bearing capacity and durability are required.

2. 6262-T6511 Aluminum Bar

The T6511 state is a T6 state that further eliminates internal stress through a stretching process, and has better dimensional stability and deformation resistance.

Application:

• High-precision machined parts: T6511 state is suitable for precision turning and milling, especially for complex mechanical parts such as bearings, sliders, guide rails, etc., which require high dimensional accuracy and stability after processing.

• Electronic product accessories: Due to its excellent dimensional stability, the T6511 state can be used to manufacture precision connectors and terminal components in electronic equipment, such as plugs and sockets and other small mechanical components.

3. 6262-T9 Aluminum Bar

T9 state is first melt heat treated, then cold processed, and artificially aged to give the material high hardness and strength.

Application:

• Heavy-loaded parts: 6262 aluminum bars in T9 state are suitable for manufacturing mechanical parts that need to withstand heavy loads due to their higher strength, such as shaft parts and transmission parts. These parts need to maintain good durability and reliability under high-intensity loads.

• Transportation equipment: In situations where weight reduction but high strength are required, such as automotive parts, and truck and trailer structural parts, aluminum bars in T9 state can meet the dual requirements of lightweight and strength.

4. 6262-T8 Aluminum Bar

The T8 state is artificially aged after cold working, giving the material higher strength and bending resistance.

Application:

• Sports equipment: 6262 aluminum bars in the T8 state are suitable for high-strength sports equipment, such as bicycle frames, skateboard stands, etc., which require both lightweight and high bending strength.

• Structural components: Structural components used in buildings or mechanical equipment, such as support frames, frames, guardrails, etc., which require high tensile strength and load-bearing capacity.

The welding performance of 6262 aluminum bar is relatively poor, so it is not the most ideal welding material. Its welding performance is mainly affected by the copper and silicon elements contained in the alloy. These elements are easy to cause cracks or brittleness in the welding area during the welding process, affecting the welding quality.

The main advantages of 6262 aluminum bar are its excellent machinability, good corrosion resistance, heat treatment strengthening, suitable surface treatment and medium strength. This makes it an ideal choice for applications such as automatic lathe parts, precision machining, electronic components, corrosion-resistant fasteners, etc. Compared with common aluminum alloys such as 6061 and 7075, 6262 aluminum bar has outstanding machinability and corrosion resistance, but its strength is slightly inferior to high-strength alloys such as 7075.

The price of 6262 aluminum bar is usually affected by many factors, including market demand, raw material prices (such as aluminum ingot prices), processing costs, size specifications, order quantity, and supplier pricing strategies. Therefore, its price is at a medium level compared to other aluminum alloys.