6101A Aluminum alloy,Aluminum 6101A alloy,E FORU

### **Aluminum 6101A Alloy: Product Introduction** **Overview** Aluminum 6101A is a heat-treatable aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy specifically designed for **electrical applications**. As an enhanced variant of the standard 6101 alloy, it offers **improved electrical conductivity** combined with **good mechanical strength** and excellent corrosion resistance. This alloy is particularly optimized for use in electrical conductors and other applications where both electrical performance and mechanical reliability are critical requirements. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Minimum (%) | Maximum (%) | Notes | |---------|-------------|-------------|-------| | Silicon (Si) | 0.30 | 0.7 | Carefully controlled for optimal conductivity | | Iron (Fe) | - | 0.40 | Tightly controlled to minimize conductivity loss | | Copper (Cu) | - | 0.05 | Kept very low for maximum electrical conductivity | | Manganese (Mn) | - | 0.05 | Minimized for optimal electrical properties | | Magnesium (Mg) | 0.35 | 0.8 | Optimized for strength without compromising conductivity | | Chromium (Cr) | - | 0.03 | Kept extremely low | | Zinc (Zn) | - | 0.10 | Impurity control | | Titanium (Ti) | - | 0.03 | Grain refiner, kept minimal | | Boron (B) | - | 0.06 | Added for grain refinement and conductivity improvement | | Other (Each) | - | 0.03 | - | | Other (Total) | - | 0.10 | - | | **Aluminum (Al)** | **Balance** | | | --- #### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value | |----------|--------------|----------------| | **Density** | 2.70 g/cm³ | 0.0975 lb/in³ | | **Melting Range** | 615-655 °C | 1140-1210 °F | | **Electrical Conductivity** | 58-62% IACS | 58-62% IACS | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 205-220 W/m·K | 1190-1275 BTU·in/(hr·ft²·°F) | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 23.4 × 10⁻⁶/°C | 13.0 × 10⁻⁶/°F | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 68.9 GPa | 10,000 ksi | --- #### **3. Mechanical Properties** **Typical Mechanical Properties by Temper:** | Property | T4 Temper | T6 Temper | |----------|-----------|-----------| | **Tensile Strength** | 150-190 MPa | 220-260 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 90-120 MPa | 195-230 MPa | | **Elongation (in 50mm)** | 15-20% | 10-15% | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 45-55 HB | 70-80 HB | | **Shear Strength** | 105-135 MPa | 140-170 MPa | | **Fatigue Strength** | 70-90 MPa | 90-110 MPa | --- #### **4. International Standards** * **European Standards (EN):** * EN 573-3: Chemical composition (Designation: EN AW-6101A) * EN 754-2: Mechanical properties for drawn bars and tubes * EN 1376-2: Conductors for overhead lines * **ASTM Standards:** * ASTM B317: Standard Specification for Extruded Bar, Rod, Pipe, and Structural Shapes for Electrical Purposes (Bus Conductor) * ASTM B396: Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy 6101-T61 and 6101-T63 Extruded Round Tube for Electrical Purposes * **IEC Standards:** * IEC 60104: Aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy wire for overhead line conductors * IEC 60889: Hard-drawn aluminum wire for overhead line conductors * **National Standards:** * GB/T 3190 (China) * JIS H4040 (Japan) --- #### **5. Product Applications** **Electrical Power Transmission:** - Bus bars and bus bar systems - Electrical conductors and busways - Power distribution components - Electrical switchgear components **Overhead Power Lines:** - ACSR (Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced) cores - All-aluminum alloy conductors - Electrical transmission lines - Power line reinforcement components **Electrical Hardware:** - Transformer components - Electrical connector parts - Circuit breaker components - Electrical insulator hardware **Specialized Electrical Applications:** - Heat sinks for power electronics - Electrical housing components - Power electronic substrates - Electrical machinery parts --- #### **6. Key Characteristics & Advantages** * **Excellent Electrical Conductivity:** High conductivity combined with good mechanical properties * **Good Mechanical Strength:** Adequate strength for structural electrical applications * **Superior Thermal Conductivity:** Excellent heat dissipation characteristics * **Excellent Corrosion Resistance:** Good performance in various environmental conditions * **Good Weldability and Brazability:** Suitable for electrical joint fabrication * **Excellent Formability:** Can be easily formed and shaped for electrical components * **Heat Treatable:** Can be strengthened through solution treatment and aging --- #### **7. Heat Treatment Process** **Solution Heat Treatment:** - Temperature: 520-530°C (968-986°F) - Time: 30-60 minutes depending on thickness - Quenching: Rapid water quenching **Artificial Aging (T6/T61):** - Temperature: 160-170°C (320-338°F) - Time: 6-10 hours - Cooling: Air cooling to room temperature --- #### **8. Processing and Fabrication** **Extrusion Characteristics:** - Excellent for electrical conductor profiles - Good for complex bus bar shapes - High extrusion speeds achievable - Excellent surface quality **Machining Properties:** - Good machinability with proper tooling - Suitable for precision electrical components - Good surface finish obtainable - Minimal tool wear **Forming Operations:** - Excellent for bending and forming - Suitable for complex shapes - Low springback characteristics - Good for stamping and punching **Joining Methods:** - Excellent weldability using TIG and MIG methods - Good for brazing and soldering - Mechanical connections easily accomplished - Suitable for bolted electrical connections --- #### **9. Quality Assurance** **Testing Requirements:** - Electrical conductivity testing - Mechanical property verification - Chemical composition analysis - Surface quality inspection - Dimensional accuracy checks **Certification Standards:** - EN 10204 3.1/3.2 certification - Electrical performance certification - Third-party inspection available - Full traceability maintained --- **Technical Note:** Aluminum 6101A represents a premium electrical-grade aluminum alloy specifically engineered to provide the optimal balance between electrical conductivity and mechanical properties. The carefully controlled chemical composition, with minimized impurities and optimized magnesium-silicon ratio, ensures maximum electrical performance while maintaining adequate strength for structural electrical applications. This alloy is particularly valuable for power transmission and distribution systems where reliability, efficiency, and long-term performance are critical. The combination of excellent electrical characteristics, good mechanical properties, and corrosion resistance makes 6101A the material of choice for demanding electrical applications across power generation, transmission, and distribution sectors.

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 2030 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.