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Material type
Metal
Material name
Aluminum 6082 | 3.2315 | 64430| AlSi1MgMn
Alternative names
3.2315, AlSi1MgMn
Process compatibility
CNC machining
6082 is famous for its excellent corrosion resistance, high strength - the highest of the 6000 series alloys which makes it highly used in stressed applications.. As a relatively new alloy it can replace 6061 in many applications. It is a common material for machining, even though it is difficult to produce thin walls.
Mechanical properties
Ultimate tensile strength
140-280 MPa
Yield strength
85-230 MPa
Young's modulus
(modulus of elasticity)
(modulus of elasticity)
69 - 71 GPa
Elongation at break
8-15 %
Physical properties
Corrosion resistance
Excellent
Magnetism
Non-magnetic
Weldability
High
Thermal properties
Maximum service temperature
130 - 150 °C
Thermal expansion coefficent
23 10^-6/ºC
Thermal conductivity
160-180 W/(m⋅°C)
Electrical properties
Electrical resistivity
4 μΩ*cm
ESD Safety
No
Post treatments
Anodizing compatibility
Responds well
Common applications
General purpose high duty applications
Structural frames
Pylons
Towers
Bridges