EN AW-1060 · Al99.6
A higher-purity grade than 1050A with correspondingly better conductivity and corrosion behavior. Chosen where chemical purity or electrical performance outweighs strength.
Material Data
Composition and physical properties
| Element | Limit / range |
|---|---|
| Si | ≤ 0.25 |
| Fe | ≤ 0.35 |
| Cu | ≤ 0.05 |
| Mn | ≤ 0.03 |
| Mg | ≤ 0.03 |
| Zn | ≤ 0.05 |
| Ti | ≤ 0.03 |
| Al | ≥ 99.60 |
Limits per EN 573-3 / applicable registration. The governing specification on your order prevails.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 2.70 g/cm³ |
| Melting range | 646 – 657 °C |
| Thermal expansion (20–100 °C) | 23.6 µm/m·K |
| Elastic modulus | 69 GPa |
| Thermal conductivity | 230 W/m·K |
| Electrical conductivity | 62 % IACS |
Strength Data
Mechanical properties by temper
Typical room-temperature values for orientation. Design minimums depend on product form, thickness and the governing specification — request the applicable table with your inquiry.
| Temper | Yield strength (MPa) | Tensile strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Hardness (HB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O | 30 | 70 | 40 | 19 |
| H14 | 90 | 110 | 12 | 30 |
| H18 | 125 | 150 | 6 | 40 |
| H24 | 90 | 115 | 14 | 32 |
Designations & Standards
How this alloy appears on drawings
| System | Designation |
|---|---|
| ISO / EN designation | Al99.6 |
| EN numeric | EN AW-1060 |
| UNS | A91060 |
| Werkstoff-Nr. | — |
| Common product standards | EN 485 / EN 573-3 · ASTM B209 · ASME SB209 · AMS 4000 |
Supply Program
Available from Lipol as
| Product form | Standard | Alloy | Temper | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plate | ASTM B209 | 1060 | H18 | Aerospace & Defense |
| Plate | ASTM B209 | 1060 | H24 | Aerospace & Defense |
| Sheet | ASME SB209 | 1060 | H14 | Aerospace & Defense |
| Bar / Flat | AMS 4000 | 1060 | O | Aerospace & Defense |
Additional tempers, forms and specifications available on request — the table shows the standard program.
Applications
Where EN AW-1060 is the right answer
- Busbars and electrical applications
- Chemical process equipment
- Cladding layers
- Reflectors
Specifying EN AW-1060?
State the temper, product form, dimensions and governing standard from the tables above, and we will confirm availability with a firm price and delivery date — typically within one business day.
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