# Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 (EN AW-6060)

Quelle: <https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/werkstoff/aluminium-almgsi05>

> Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 (EN AW-6060): tubes, bars and profiles cut to your fixed length, from our warehouse in Frankfurt am Main.

The standard alloy for extruded profiles: easy to anodise, easy to weld, corrosion-resistant.

|  |  |
|---|---|
| Material group | Aluminium |
| Standard / designation | EN AW-6060 to DIN EN 755, temper usually T66 |
| Density | 2.7 kg/dm³ |
| Data sheet | [Aluminium EN AW-6060 (PDF, 68 kB)](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/downloads/datenblaetter/datenblatt-aluminium-en-aw-6060.pdf) |
| Available to order | 335 items in 11 shapes |

AlMgSi0.5 is the most widely used alloy for extruded profiles and tubes. It extrudes very well, which is why it is available in almost every cross-section, and it takes an even anodised layer. For most designs made from aluminium semi-finished products it is the right and most economical choice.

## Shapes in Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 (EN AW-6060)

- [Flat bar 82 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/flachstange/aluminium)
- [Angle 74 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/winkel/aluminium)
- [Round tube 42 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/rundrohr/aluminium)
- [Channel 39 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/u-profil/aluminium)
- [Profile (machine construction) 24 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/aluminium-profiles)
- [Rectangular tube 23 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/rechteckrohr/aluminium)
- [Square tube 20 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/vierkantrohr/aluminium)
- [Round bar 11 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/rundstange/aluminium)
- [Square bar 10 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/vierkantstange/aluminium)
- [Z-section 5 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/z-profil/aluminium)
- [T-section 5 items](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/kategorie/t-profil/aluminium)

[Calculate the weight of tubes and bars →](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/calculators/weight)

## Properties

- Tensile strength approx. 215 N/mm² in temper T66, yield strength approx. 160 N/mm²
- Very easy to anodise, also decoratively: even, clear layer
- Good weldability (MIG/TIG), good bendability
- Weather-resistant, can be used outdoors without coating
- Electrical conductivity approx. 30 m/(Ω·mm²)

## Typical applications

- Machine and system frames
- Railings, façades and interior fit-out
- Exhibition, stage and shop fitting
- Covers and claddings

## Processing notes

For sawing, carbide blades with a coarse tooth pitch are suitable; a coolant prevents built-up edges. The alloy machines reasonably well, but not as freely as a free-machining alloy. If you drill and tap a lot, AlCuMgPb is faster.

## Sizes in Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 (EN AW-6060)

335 items

- [**Aluminium round bar Ø 4 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/rundstange-4-4000)
- [**Aluminium round bar Ø 6 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/rundstange-6-4001)
- [**Aluminium round bar Ø 8 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/rundstange-8-4002)
- [**Aluminium round tube Ø 8 × 1 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/rundrohr-8-x-1-4700)
- [**Aluminium square bar 8 × 8 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/vierkantstange-8-x-8-4060)
- [**Aluminium round bar Ø 10 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/rundstange-10-4003)
- [**Aluminium round tube Ø 10 × 1 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/rundrohr-10-x-1-4701)
- [**Aluminium round tube Ø 10 × 1,5 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/rundrohr-10-x-1-5-4702)
- [**Aluminium flat bar 10 × 2 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/flachstange-10-x-2-4200)
- [**Aluminium square bar 10 × 10 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/vierkantstange-10-x-10-4061)
- [**Aluminium angle 10 × 10 × 2 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/winkel-10-x-10-x-2-4400)
- [**Aluminium channel 10 × 10 × 10 × 2 mm** Aluminium AlMgSi0.5 *Enter length & calculate price*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/u-profil-10-x-10-x-10-x-2-4501)

We cut every semi-finished product to your fixed length, instant price, from one piece.

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The values are standard values and are intended for material selection. The material certificate of the respective delivery is binding; for a specific batch or an inspection certificate 3.1, please contact us.
