EN AW-6012 · AlMgSiPb
The free-machining member of the 6000 series: leaded chemistry gives short chips and fine finishes while keeping the corrosion resistance and anodizing response the copper-bearing machining alloys lack.
Material Data
Composition and physical properties
| Element | Limit / range |
|---|---|
| Si | 0.6 – 1.4 |
| Fe | ≤ 0.50 |
| Cu | ≤ 0.10 |
| Mn | 0.40 – 1.0 |
| Mg | 0.6 – 1.2 |
| Pb | 0.40 – 2.0 |
| Zn | ≤ 0.30 |
| Al | balance |
Limits per EN 573-3 / applicable registration. The governing specification on your order prevails.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 2.75 g/cm³ |
| Melting range | 585 – 650 °C |
| Thermal expansion (20–100 °C) | 23.0 µm/m·K |
| Elastic modulus | 69.5 GPa |
| Thermal conductivity | 170 W/m·K |
| Electrical conductivity | 44 % 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T6 | 280 | 320 | 9 | 95 |
Designations & Standards
How this alloy appears on drawings
| System | Designation |
|---|---|
| ISO / EN designation | AlMgSiPb |
| EN numeric | EN AW-6012 |
| UNS | A96012 |
| Werkstoff-Nr. | 3.0615 |
| Common product standards | EN 754-2 / EN 573-3 · ASTM B211 |
Supply Program
Available from Lipol as
| Product form | Standard | Alloy | Temper | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cold-Drawn Bar | EN 754-2 | 6012 | T6 | Cold Drawing |
Additional tempers, forms and specifications available on request — the table shows the standard program.
Applications
Where EN AW-6012 is the right answer
- Turned parts requiring anodizing
- Pneumatic and hydraulic fittings
- Precision shafts and bushings
Specifying EN AW-6012?
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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Not sure EN AW-6012 is the right alloy?
Describe the application — load, environment, joining, finishing — and our engineers will confirm the choice or propose a better-value alternative.