EN AW-6262 · AlMg1SiPb
6061 chemistry with lead-bismuth machining additives: the American standard for turned parts that must anodize cleanly and resist corrosion. T9 cold-worked temper reaches 2000-series strength in small bar.
Material Data
Composition and physical properties
| Element | Limit / range |
|---|---|
| Si | 0.40 – 0.8 |
| Fe | ≤ 0.7 |
| Cu | 0.15 – 0.40 |
| Mn | ≤ 0.15 |
| Mg | 0.8 – 1.2 |
| Cr | 0.04 – 0.14 |
| Pb | 0.40 – 0.7 |
| Bi | 0.40 – 0.7 |
| Al | balance |
Limits per EN 573-3 / applicable registration. The governing specification on your order prevails.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 2.72 g/cm³ |
| Melting range | 582 – 652 °C |
| Thermal expansion (20–100 °C) | 23.4 µm/m·K |
| Elastic modulus | 69 GPa |
| Thermal conductivity | 172 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 / T651 | 275 | 310 | 10 | 95 |
| T9 | 380 | 400 | 5 | 120 |
Designations & Standards
How this alloy appears on drawings
| System | Designation |
|---|---|
| ISO / EN designation | AlMg1SiPb |
| EN numeric | EN AW-6262 |
| UNS | A96262 |
| Werkstoff-Nr. | — |
| Common product standards | AMS QQ-A-225/10 · ASTM B211, B221 · UNS A96262 |
Supply Program
Available from Lipol as
| Product form | Standard | Alloy | Temper | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bar / Flat | ASTM B221 | 6262 | T6 | Aerospace & Defense |
| Bar / Flat | AMS QQ-A-225/10 | 6262 | T9 | Aerospace & Defense |
| Plate | UNS A96262 | 6262 | T651 | General Industry |
Additional tempers, forms and specifications available on request — the table shows the standard program.
Applications
Where EN AW-6262 is the right answer
- Screw-machine products
- Camera and instrument bodies
- Valve and fitting components
- Appliance hardware
Specifying EN AW-6262?
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