6061 T5 Aluminum Pipe

Aluminum 6061 is a versatile metal used in a wide variety of industries due to its strength, weldability, workability, and corrosion resistance. 6061 T6 aluminum offers excellent formability and is one of the most common aluminum alloys due to its versatility. Aluminum 6063 is used for its mechanical properties, the metal is heat treatable and weldable. Aluminum pipe and tube have very good corrosion resistance and are virtually maintenance-free. It has good heat conductivity, better than any other common metal, and it will conduct electricity similar to copper products. Aluminum is also non-toxic and can be used in food preparation equipment. It is ideal for profile and construction applications. While both aluminum grades are similar, 6061 T6 aluminum pipe offers higher yield strength for parts that need to withstand stress. 6063 aluminum has a slight advantage in corrosion resistance compared to 6061 aluminum, making it a better choice for outdoor applications.