Aluminum Grade Selection

3003 (UNS A93003) is alloyed with 1.2% Manganese to provide a tensile strength range of 17,000 to 30,000 psi. Excellent workability, weldability and corrosion resistance. Conforms to Federal specification QQ-A-250/2 and ASTM B-209.

5052 (UNS A95052) is alloyed with 2.5% magnesium. Tensile strength range 31,000 to 44,000 psi. Very good corrosion resistance, good workability, weldability and strength. Used for aircraft fuel tanks, storm shutters, refrigerator liners, utensils, electronic mounting plates and panels, fan blades, etc. Conforms to Federal specification QQ-A-250/8 and B-209.

6061 (UNS A96061) is alloyed with 1.0% magnesium and .6% silicon. Tensile strength range 20,000 to 42,000 psi. Good formability, weldability and corrosion resistance. Used for engineering and structural applications, boats, furniture, transportation equipment, etc. Conforms to Federal specification Sheet & Plate (QQ A 250/11 & ASTM B-209), Tread Plate (ASTM B 632), Extruded Bar & Tube (QQ A 200/8 & ASTM B 221), Shapes (QQ A 200/16 & ASTM B 308), Drawn Tube (WW T 700/6 & ASTM B 210) & Pipe (QQ A 200/8F & ASTM A 429).

6063 extruded (UNS A96063) for architectural and ornamental applications. Highly corrosion resistant, with good formability, it is one of the most joinable alloys. Finish is pleasing and is the most suitable for anodizing. Conforms to QQ-A-200/9 and ASTM B-211 .