Metals & alloys · Aluminium alloys

6082-T6 aluminium alloy

A medium-to-high-strength Al–Mg–Si–Mn structural alloy widely used in European transport, bridges, machined parts and welded fabrications.

Browse this family

Overview

Constituent	Min	Max	Typical
Si	0.7	1.3	1
Mg	0.6	1.2	0.9
Mn	0.4	1	0.7
Fe		0.5	0.25
Cu		0.1	0.05
Al			Balance

Property	Value	Unit	Condition
Density	2.7	g/cm³	Representative; verify product form and condition
Elastic modulus	70	GPa	Representative; verify product form and condition
Yield strength	~250–310	MPa	T6 product dependent
Tensile strength	~290–340	MPa	Representative; verify product form and condition
Elongation	8–12	%	Representative; verify product form and condition
Weldability	good		strength reduced in HAZ

named condition

Condition embedded in the canonical material designation.

Product form, thermal history and manufacturing route materially affect performance.

Use the current governing standard and supplier certification for design or procurement.

Confirm the applicable specification, product form and condition before using values for design or procurement.

Availability and lead time depend on grade, product form, certification and regional supply chain.

Segregated recovery and closed-loop recycling improve material efficiency where practical.