6262 aluminium alloy

6262 aluminium alloy is an alloy in the wrought aluminium-magnesium-silicon family (6000 or 6xxx series). It is related to 6162 aluminium alloy (Aluminum Association designations that only differ in the second digit are variations on the same alloy), but sees much more widespread use. It is notably distinct from 6162, and most other aluminium alloys, in that it contains lead in its alloy composition. It is typically formed by extrusion, forging, or rolling, but as a wrought alloy it is not used in casting. It can also be clad, but that is not common practice with this alloy. It cannot be work hardened, but is commonly heat treated to produce tempers with a higher strength but lower ductility.[1]

Alternate names and designations include AlMg1SiPb and A96262. The alloy and its various tempers are covered by the following standards:[2]

Chemical composition

The alloy composition of 6262 aluminium is:[2]

Properties

Typical material properties for 6262 aluminum alloy include:[2]

References

  1. Marks' Standard Handbook for Mechanical Engineers, 8th Ed., McGraw Hill, pp. 6-50 to 6-58
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 6262 (AlMg1SiPb, A96262) Aluminum. Retrieved on 2014-12-31.