5" x 0.25" Aluminum Square Tube 6061-T6-Extruded
This aluminum square tube features an outer diameter of 5 inches and a wall thickness of 0.25 inches, utilizing 6061-T6 aluminum alloy. It combines good strength with lightweight characteristics, widely used in various structural applications, particularly where a certain level of strength is required.
Dimensions: 5 inches (width) x 0.25 inches (wall thickness)
Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum Alloy (Heat-treated T6 condition)
Features: Offers high strength and toughness, capable of supporting larger loads.
Applications: Suitable for heavy-duty structures, brackets, mechanical parts, and frame structures.
Material Meets These Standard(s): ASTM-B221
5" x 0.25" Aluminum Square Tube 6061-T6-Extruded Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Side length | 5" |
| Wall Thickness | 0.25" |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Shape | square tube |
| Alloy Type | 6061 |
| Max Length | 240 inches |
| Temper | T6 |
| Production Method | Extruded |
Select length below or Custom Cut
- 12" (1 ft.)
- 24" (2 ft.)
- 36" (3 ft.)
- 48" (4 ft.)
- 72" (6 ft.)
- 96" (8 ft.)
- 144" (12 ft.)
- 192" (16 ft.)
- 240" (20 ft.)
- Custom cuts supported
The Aluminum square tube is made of 6061-T6 alloy, which offers excellent mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and weldability, making it suitable for a variety of industries. Square tubes in different sizes and wall thicknesses can meet the needs of applications ranging from lightweight structures to heavy-duty support systems, and are widely used in construction, machinery, aerospace, transportation, industrial, and manufacturing fields.
6061 T6 Aluminum Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value |
| Density g/cm^3 | 3 |
| Yield Tensile Strength KSI | 40 |
| Brinell Hardness 500 kg load | 95 |
| Ultimate Tensile Strength KSI | 45 |
| Elongation % in 2 in. | 12 |
| Rockwell Hardness B Scale | 60 |
| Machinability % | 50 |
| Melting Point °F | 1080 - 1205 |
| Electrical Conductivity % IACS | 43 |
| Shear Strength KSI | 30 |
Chemistry Information 6061 Aluminum
| Element | Percentage |
| Al | 98 |
| Cr | 0.04 - 0.35 |
| Cu | 0.15 - 0.40 |
| Fe | 0.7 max |
| Mg | 0.8 - 1.2 |
| Mn | 0.15 max |
| Si | 0.4 - 0.8 |
| Ti | 0.15 max |
| Zn | 0.25 max |
