Material details
Aluminum 6063 is a medium-strength, heat-treatable aluminum alloy from the Al-Mg-Si series, offering a well-balanced combination of corrosion resistance, dimensional stability, and machinability. It has lower tensile strength than 6061 but superior extrudability and formability, making it ideal for complex profiles and precision-machined parts. 6063 exhibits excellent weldability and maintains tight tolerances during fabrication, which is critical for assemblies requiring consistent fit and alignment. It is commonly used in architectural framing, consumer electronics housings, transportation components, and structural applications where weight savings, corrosion performance, and clean machining behavior are required. Its mechanical properties can be further optimized through T5 or T6 tempers depending on strength and hardness requirements.