6101 铝合金

What Is 6101 Aluminum Alloy?

6101 (EN AW-6101) is a 6000-series aluminum alloy with magnesium and silicon, developed for high electrical conductivity while retaining useful strength and formability. It is a primary choice for bus bars, electrical conductors, and power-distribution components where weight savings and corrosion resistance matter.

Compared with general structural grades, 6101 is optimized for current-carrying performance, making it common in switchgear, rail traction, and automotive electrical systems.

Available 6101 Aluminum Products

形式	Common Tempers	Typical Size Range
Sheet & Coil	T6, T61, T64, T65	Thickness 0.5–150 mm; Width 500–2600 mm; Length 500–12000 mm
Bar (Round/Square/Flat)	T6, T61, T64, T65	Diameter/side 6–400 mm; Length 1000–6000 mm
Tube (Round/Square)	T6, T61, T64, T65	OD 10–400 mm; Wall 1–40 mm; Length 1000–6000 mm
线材	T6, T61, T64, T65	0.8–30 毫米
Profile / Extrusion	T6, T61	Per customer drawing

6101 Aluminum Sheet & Coil

Used for bus-bar strip and formed conductive parts in T6/T61/T64/T65.

6101 Aluminum Bar

Round, square, and flat bars for machined conductive components and connectors.

6101 Aluminum Tube

Tubes for bus-duct and structural-conductive assemblies.

6101 Aluminum Wire

Drawn wire for stranded conductors and welded assemblies.

其他形态（型材/定制）

Extruded profiles to drawing, commonly for bus-bar and rail applications.

6101 Specifications & Equivalent Designations

名称	价值
EN AW	EN AW-6101 (AlMg0.6Si / AlMg0.6SiCu)
UNS	A96101
常见状态	O, T6, T61, T64, T65
Key property	High electrical conductivity
标准	ASTM B211, ASTM B221, EN 755, GB/T 3190

Chemical Composition of 6101 Aluminum

要素	成分（重量百分比）
Si	0.30 – 0.70
铁	最大 0.50
铜	最大 0.10
锰	最大 0.10
镁	0.35 – 0.80
Cr	最大 0.10
锌	最大 0.10
Ti	最大 0.10
其他（每项）	0.05 最大值
其他（共计）	0.15 最大值
Al	剩余

不同回火状态下的力学性能

Typical reference values; confirm against the ordered standard and Linsy’s mill data.

脾气	拉伸强度（兆帕）	屈服强度（兆帕）	伸长率（%，分钟）
O	90	55	20
T6	220	180	12
T61	230	190	10

硬度选择指南

• O: softest, highest conductivity and formability.
• T6 / T61: artificially aged for higher strength with good conductivity.
• T64 / T65: variants with adjusted strength/conductivity balance for electrical bus-bar use.

Key Characteristics of 6101 Aluminum

导电性

The defining property of 6101 — suitable for bus bars and conductors where weight and corrosion resistance are priorities.

可成形性与可焊性

Readily formed and weldable; joints should be designed considering local conductivity changes.

耐腐蚀性

Good in most atmospheric and indoor electrical environments.

常见应用

• Bus bars and power-distribution systems
• Electrical conductors and switchgear components
• Rail traction and transit electrification
• Welded conductive assemblies
• Automotive electrical structures

加工与表面处理说明

机械加工

6101 machines well in the soft (O) and solution-heat-treated tempers; T6/T651 tempers are stronger and can work-harden at the cutting edge, so sharp tooling and appropriate feeds are recommended.

焊接

6101 is generally weldable using TIG or MIG processes with matching or 4043/5356 filler, depending on the service requirement. Welded zones lose some strength compared with the base temper — design accordingly for structural use.

Forming & Heat Treatment

Forming is best done in the O or T4 condition. Final strength is developed by the specified temper; do not re-heat-treat without confirming the alloy’s response.

表面处理

Common finishes include anodizing, polishing, and powder coating. Anodizing quality depends on surface preparation, so confirm finish requirements before production.

质量文件与检验

Every 6101 order ships with an MTC reporting composition and properties. Conductivity testing can be arranged on request. Confirm the required standard (ASTM, EN, GB) when ordering.

Why Choose Linsy for 6101 Aluminum

Linsy operates a Shenzhen production base with over 20 years of experience supplying aluminum semis to global B2B buyers. We handle the 1000 through 8000 series and support both standard stock sizes and made-to-order dimensions.

• Material range: 1000–8000 series, including 6101 in the tempers listed above.
• 处理支持： CNC machining, laser cutting, TIG/MIG welding, and deburring to drawing.
• 表面处理： anodizing, polishing, powder coating, and brushed finishes on request.
• Quality system: operations follow ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
• Documentation: an MTC (Mill Test Certificate) is issued with every order; third-party SGS inspection reports can be arranged when required.

相关资源

• 6101 铝：专家提供的终极指南

6101 Aluminum FAQ

What is 6101 aluminum used for?

Mainly high-conductivity electrical applications such as bus bars, conductors, and welded electrical assemblies.

How does 6101 compare with 6061?

6101 is tuned for electrical conductivity, while 6061 is a more general structural alloy with higher strength.

What tempers are typical?

O, T6, T61, T64, and T65, depending on the conductivity/strength balance required.

常见订购问题解答

通常的交货周期是多久？

Standard stock items usually ship within 10–30 days. Custom sizes, tempers, or surface finishes typically require 30–60 days, depending on specification and order volume.

Do you provide mill test certificates?

Yes. Every order ships with an MTC reporting chemical composition and mechanical properties per the ordered standard.

能否供应定制尺寸和回火状态？

Yes. We supply standard and made-to-order dimensions across sheet, plate, bar, tube, and profile, and can arrange specific tempers on request.

Which quality standards do you follow?

Operations follow ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. Material can be supplied to ASTM, EN, GB, or JIS specifications as required.

How are products packaged for export?

Standard seaworthy export packaging with moisture protection is used; specific requirements are confirmed at order.