6082 T6 Aluminum

6082-T6 aluminum alloy is an aluminum alloy that has been heat-treated with the T6 process (solution heat-treated, quenched, and artificially aged). It is commonly used in engineering fields that require high strength and good corrosion resistance.

6082-T6 aluminum is a typical high-strength Al-Mg-Si series aluminum alloy. Through the T6 heat treatment process (solution treatment + artificial aging), its performance is optimized, and its comprehensive characteristics hold significant application value in engineering fields.

6082 aluminum alloy belongs to the Al-Mg-Si series alloys and is the high-strength representative of the 6000 series aluminum alloys. Compared with other 6000 series alloys, 6082-T6 achieves higher strength and corrosion resistance by adding an appropriate amount of manganese to control the grain structure. As a relatively new alloy, 6082-T6 has replaced the traditional 6061 alloy in many applications due to its high-strength characteristics.

Haomei Aluminum provides 6082-T6 plates, bars, tubes, profiles, forgings, and other product forms with a wide range of specifications to meet various engineering needs, and can supply customized products according to customer requirements.

aluminium 6082 plates: Available in various temper states, thickness range 0.18–350 mm
aluminium 6082 bars: Mainly supplied in T6 and T651 tempers, diameter range 40–350 mm
aluminium 6082 tubes: Offered in multiple temper states, outer diameter range 6–600 mm
aluminium 6082 profiles: Mainly supplied in T6 temper, customizable according to design requirements

In the aerospace sector, 6082-T6 aluminum alloy falls between the more common 6061 aluminum and higher-performance 7xxx aluminum alloys, offering an optimal balance of properties for secondary structures and lightweight load-bearing components.

6082-T6 aluminum alloy is a forged alloy renowned for its excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and machinability. With a high strength-to-weight ratio, it is also suitable for structural applications such as bridges, cranes, transport frames, and scaffolding.

Comprehensive Advantages of 6082-T6

High Strength and Lightweight

Tensile strength can reach 310–340 MPa, while maintaining the lightweight advantage of aluminum with a density of only 2.71 g/cm³.

Excellent Machinability

Excellent machinability, suitable for precision machining
Good hot working performance, suitable for extrusion, forging, and rolling
Can be welded using TIG or MIG welding methods

Outstanding Corrosion Resistance

Performs well in marine and industrial atmospheric environments
Intergranular corrosion resistance after welding is superior to 6061
Surface can be anodized to enhance weather resistance

aluminium 6082 t6 Properties

High Strength

Compared with other common aluminum alloys, the strength of 6082-T6 is significantly higher than that of 6061-T6 (tensile strength about 240–310 MPa) and 6063-T6 (tensile strength about 205 MPa). This high-strength characteristic makes 6082-T6 particularly suitable for applications with high load-bearing requirements.

Corrosion Resistance Performance

6082-T6 has good corrosion resistance, mainly due to the basic protection provided by the naturally formed Al₂O₃ oxide film on its surface. This alloy performs well in the following environments:

Marine environment: capable of maintaining good corrosion resistance in seawater
Industrial atmospheric environment: certain resistance to pollutants in industrial atmospheres
Chemicals: good resistance to many chemical substances

Compared with other alloys, the corrosion resistance of 6082-T6 has the following characteristics:

Superior to 2xxx and 7xxx series aluminum alloys (such as 2024 and 7075), especially suitable for use in corrosive environments
Better intergranular corrosion resistance after welding than 6061, making it especially suitable for marine or humid environments
The manganese content improves overall corrosion resistance

However, it should be noted that 6082-T6 should be avoided from direct contact with dissimilar metals such as copper and steel. If contact is required, insulation treatment should be applied to prevent galvanic corrosion.

Machinability

6082-T6 has good machinability, especially suitable for precision machining applications. Aluminium 6082-T6 has excellent cutting performance, making it ideal for precision machining. 6082-T6 in T6 and T651 tempers has good machinability, particularly suitable for manufacturing precision parts.

Weldability

The overall weldability of 6082-T6 is rated as medium; the strength may decrease after welding, and local aging treatment is required to restore performance.

Compared with 6061, the weldability of 6082-T6 is slightly lower. In complex structures or thin-wall welding applications, additional process control may be required to prevent hot cracking. However, the strength and corrosion resistance of 6082-T6 welded joints remain good.

Anodizing Performance

6082-T6 has excellent anodizing performance:

Excellent anodizing effect, strong adaptability to surface treatments
Can obtain surface coatings of different colors and properties through anodizing
Weather resistance is significantly improved after anodizing, and it is not easily deformed during long-term use
Suitable for dyeing or electroplating

Typical Product Forms and Specifications of 6082-T6

aluminium 6082 t6 Plate and Sheet Specifications

6082-T6 plates and sheets are the most common product forms, with main specifications including:

Aluminum Plate Specifications

Thickness: 0.18 mm to 350 mm
Width: 200 mm to 2300 mm
Length: up to 12000 mm

Extra-Wide Aluminum Plates

Thickness: 6 mm–150 mm (0.24"–5.9")
Width: 900 mm–4300 mm (35.4"–169")

Aluminum Coil Specifications

Thickness: 0.1 mm – 10 mm
Width: 600 – 2000 mm (when width < 600 mm, slitting can be done as per customer requirements)
Tolerance: within a reasonable range

6082-T6 plates are commonly used in machinery parts, forgings, commercial vehicles, railway structural parts, and shipbuilding. In the construction field, 6082-T6 thick plates (thickness > 6 mm) support zero-cutting and are ideal materials for manufacturing high-speed ship components.

aluminium 6082 t6 Bar and Profile Specifications

6082-T6 bars and profiles are widely used in structural support and machining fields:

Round Bar Specifications

Diameter: 40 ~ 350 mm (customizable)
Typical diameters: 166 mm, 220 mm, 380 mm, 396 mm, 448 mm, 462 mm, 566 mm, 582 mm
Length: up to 7500 mm

Square Bars and Rectangular Bars

6082 aluminum alloy square bars have high-strength characteristics, performing excellently in applications requiring higher strength.

Dimensions can be customized according to customer requirements.

Structural Profiles

Open profile size: minimum 4 mm x 3 mm, maximum 850 mm x 50 mm
Closed profile size: minimum 6.35 mm x 1 mm, maximum 573 mm x 10 mm
Profile length: maximum 28 meters (standard 6000 mm)

These bar and profile products are widely used in high-load structural applications such as bridge supports and scaffolding connectors (with strong weather resistance and wind pressure resistance).

Aluminium 6082 T6 Pipe Specifications

6082-T6 pipes play an important role in various engineering applications:

Round Pipe Specifications

Outer diameter: 6 mm to 200 mm (e.g., 22.2 mm x 3.2 mm, 60 mm x 8 mm)
Length: typically 1–6 meters, customizable according to industrial requirements

Thin-Walled Round Pipe

Outer diameter: 6 – 120 mm
Wall thickness: 0.5 – 3 mm

Square and Rectangular Pipes

Square pipe: 120 mm x 120 mm x 2.5 mm (side length x wall thickness), length 1000-6000 mm
Rectangular pipe: 60 mm (width) x 40 mm (height) x 3 mm (wall thickness), length 1 meter
Square pipe dimensions: 2.559" x 0.079" (side length x wall thickness), length 1-6 meters (can be cut to customer requirements)

Large-Diameter Pipes

Maximum diameter up to 600 mm
Maximum wall thickness up to 40 mm

These pipe products are widely used in bridge construction (due to their durability and high resistance to environmental stress), hydraulic systems, mechanical bearing housings, and other fields.

Aluminium 6082 T6 Special Product Forms

In addition to the above conventional product forms, 6082-T6 is also available in the following special forms:

6082 T6 aluminium forgings
6082 aluminium wire

6082 T6 Aluminum Chemical Composition Limits

Composition: 6082 aluminum alloy is a high-strength alloy primarily composed of silicon and magnesium, offering excellent overall performance.

Weight%	Al	Si	Fe	Cu	Mn	Cr	Mg	Zn	Ti	Other Each	Others Total
Alloy 6082	Bal	0.7 - 1.3	0.50 max	0.10 max	0.40-1.00	0.25 max	0.06-1.20	0.20 max	0.10 max	0.05 max	0.15 max

6082 T6 Aluminum Typical Mechanical Properties

Mechanical Properties: 6082 aluminum alloy in the T6 condition has high strength and relatively high hardness, making it suitable for structural components that need to withstand heavy loads.

Material	Thickness (mm)	Tensile Strength (N/mm²) min	Yield Strength (N/mm²) min	Elongation on 50mm % (min)
Alloy 6082 - T6 Sheet and Plate	0.2 - 3.0	295	255	8
Alloy 6082 T6 Sheet and Plate	3.0 - 6.0	295	240	8
Alloy 6082 T6 Sheet and Plate	6.0 - 25.00	295	240	8

Material	Diameter (mm)	Tensile Strength min (N/mm²)	Yield Strength min (N/mm²)	Elongation on 5.65v % (min)
Alloy 6082 T6 Bar	< 20	295	255	8
Alloy 6082 T6 Bar	20 - 150	310	270	8
Alloy 6082 T6 Bar	150 - 200	280	240	5

Aluminium 6082 T6 Physical and Thermal Properties

Density: 2.70 g/cm³
Melting Point: 580–650°C
Thermal Conductivity: 160–180 W/m·K
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 23–24 µm/m·K

Aluminium 6082 T6 Standards and Designations

EN 573-3: Chemical composition and form of wrought products.
EN 485-2: Mechanical properties of sheet, strip, and plate.
EN 755-2 / EN 754-2: Mechanical properties of extruded / cold-drawn products.
ISO 6361: Aluminum sheets, strips, and plates.
Alternate Names: AlSi1MgMn, 3.2315, H30, A96082

6082 T6 Aluminum Available Product Forms

Product Name	Description
6082 T6 Aluminum Bars	6082 T6 aluminum bars are high-strength aluminum alloy products with excellent mechanical properties and good corrosion resistance. They are widely used in fields that require high strength and good fatigue resistance. The T6 heat treatment process significantly enhances the hardness and strength of the aluminum bars, making them suitable for structural components and frames in industries such as aerospace, transportation, and mechanical manufacturing.
6082 T6 Aluminum Tube Drawn	6082 T6 aluminum drawn tubes are produced using a drawing process based on 6082 aluminum alloy, offering higher strength and corrosion resistance. These tubes are commonly used in applications with high structural requirements, such as aerospace, mechanical equipment, and transportation. In the T6 condition, the aluminum tube exhibits good wear resistance and weldability.
6082 T6 Aluminum Plate	6082 T6 aluminum plates are high-strength aluminum alloy sheets suitable for applications requiring high strength and corrosion resistance, such as aerospace, transportation, and building structures. The T6 heat treatment process gives the aluminum plate excellent bending, impact resistance, and fatigue strength, making it an ideal choice for manufacturing structural components and outer shell materials.
6082 T6 Aluminum Extrusions	6082 T6 aluminum extrusions are complexly shaped aluminum profiles produced through the extrusion process, offering excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and machinability. The T6 treatment makes these extrusions ideal for manufacturing various structural components and supports in industries such as aerospace, automotive, construction, and machinery.
6082 T6 Aluminum Sheet	6082 T6 aluminum sheets are high-strength aluminum alloy thin plates with excellent corrosion resistance. After T6 heat treatment, they have good machinability and strength, widely used in transportation, shipbuilding, and mechanical manufacturing. They are commonly used to produce structural components, outer shells, and devices that require certain strength and durability.
6082 T6 Aluminum Strip	6082 T6 aluminum strips are thin, wide aluminum alloy materials that, after T6 heat treatment, offer higher strength and corrosion resistance. They are suitable for fields requiring precise dimensions and high strength. These aluminum strips are widely used in manufacturing precision components, decorative structural parts, and high-demand industrial applications, especially in the construction and transportation sectors.

Typical Applications of 6082 T6

Structural Component Applications

In the field of structural components, 6082-T6 is widely used due to its high strength and good machinability:

Typical Product Forms

High-strength structural parts: manufactured from 6082-T6 thick plates and profiles
Mechanical components: machined from bars and plates
Frame structures: built using extruded profiles and pipes

Common Specifications

Plate thickness: 6-350 mm
Profile dimensions: customized according to structural design, open profiles up to 850 mm x 50 mm
Pipe outer diameter: 20-200 mm, wall thickness 3-10 mm

Performance Requirements

High strength: tensile strength requirement of 310-340 MPa
Good machinability: easy to cut, weld, and form
Dimensional stability: ensures precise fitting of structural components

Roof Truss Applications

6082-T6 performs excellently in roof truss structures, mainly in the following aspects:

Applicable Product Forms

Roof trusses mainly use 6082-T6 extruded profiles and plates
Truss structures often combine pipes and bars
Special joints use forgings and machined parts

Common Specifications

Profiles: open and closed profiles, dimensions customized according to design requirements
Pipes: round pipes with outer diameter 40-150 mm, square or rectangular pipe cross-section dimensions from 50x50 mm to 200x200 mm
Plates: thickness 3-20 mm, used for roof panels and supporting structures

Performance Advantages

High strength: able to withstand various loads of the roof structure
Lightweight: reduces overall structural weight while maintaining sufficient strength
Weather resistance: weather resistance significantly improved after anodizing, suitable for long-term outdoor use

Crane Applications

Crane manufacturing is an important application field for 6082-T6, specifically manifested as:

Applicable Product Forms

Crane boom: mainly uses 6082-T6 tubes and extruded profiles
Supporting structures: made of thick plates and large profiles
Connecting components: machined from bars and forgings

Common Specifications

Crane boom tubes: outer diameter 80–200 mm, wall thickness 5–15 mm
Supporting structure profiles: large extruded profiles with heights of 200–500 mm
Connecting component bars: round bars with diameters of 50–200 mm

Performance Requirements

High strength: tensile strength must reach 310–340 MPa
Fatigue resistance: able to withstand frequent load cycles
Weldability: facilitates connections and assembly during manufacturing

Bridge Applications

6082-T6 has significant advantages in bridge construction, with main applications including:

Applicable Product Forms

Bridge support components: made from large extruded profiles and tubes
Bridge deck structures: use thick plates and rolled profiles
Bridge connectors: machined from bars and forgings

Common Specifications

Support profiles: large extruded profiles with heights of 300–800 mm
Tubes: large-diameter round tubes, with a maximum diameter of up to 600 mm
Plates: medium-thick plates with thicknesses of 20–100 mm

Performance Advantages

High strength: able to withstand various loads of the bridge
Weather resistance: not easily corroded during long-term outdoor use
Fatigue strength: able to withstand long-term cyclic loads

Transportation Applications

In the transportation sector, the lightweight characteristics of 6082-T6 are fully utilized:

Automotive Applications

Chassis components: using 6082-T6 extruded profiles and plates, such as suspension brackets, steering knuckles, etc.
Truck frames: as lightweight frame materials to reduce transportation energy consumption
Common specifications: plate thickness 2–6 mm, profile cross-section dimensions customized according to design

Rail Transit

High-speed train carriage brackets and connectors: using 6082-T6 tubes and profiles
Subway components: manufactured from extruded profiles and plates
Common specifications: tube outer diameter 20–100 mm, wall thickness 2–5 mm; plate thickness 3–20 mm

Shipbuilding

Ship structural components: such as deck supports and bulkhead frames, using 6082-T6 plates and profiles
Ship accessories: machined from bars and tubes
Common specifications: plate thickness 5–30 mm, profiles and tubes customized according to design

Aerospace

Non-primary load-bearing structures and brackets: using 6082-T6 forgings and extruded profiles
Aircraft components: machined from bars and plates
Common specifications: forgings with diameters up to 2500 mm, plate thickness 1–10 mm

Applications of Aluminium 6082 T6 in the Aerospace Sector

With its balanced combination of mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and manufacturability, 6082-T6 aluminum has firmly established itself as the preferred material for a variety of secondary aerospace structures and lightweight components (ranging from seat frames and cabin brackets to precision-machined rods and extruded tubes).

Aerospace Auxiliary Structures (Non-Load-Bearing Frames)
Lightweight Aerospace Structural Components (e.g., rods and profiles)

Auxiliary Structures (Non-Load-Bearing Frames)

6082-T6 is commonly used in non-load-bearing aircraft frames, such as internal fuselage support structures, cabin partitions, and equipment mounts. These components require lightweight design to reduce overall weight while maintaining adequate strength and vibration resistance.

Application	Description
Internal Frames and Brackets	Aluminium 6082 T6 extruded profiles are widely used for secondary internal frames, including cabin partitions, instrument brackets, and interface mounts. These frames must support equipment loads without compromising the integrity of the main wing or fuselage.
Seat and Interior Supports	Aircraft seat frames and interior mounting fixtures require a combination of toughness, lightweight, and impact resistance. Aluminium 6082 T6 profiles (such as square/rectangular tubes and angle bars) not only provide these characteristics but also allow integration of complex shapes into cabin modules.
Hydraulic and Fuel Line Supports	Precision-machined hydraulic and fuel line clamps and brackets are often made from Aluminium 6082 T6 extruded profiles, taking advantage of its corrosion resistance and dimensional stability to secure critical systems.
Cargo and Ground Support Components	Boarding stair frames, cargo hold rails, and ground support brackets are all made using Aluminium 6082 T6 profiles due to their high durability in repeated-use environments—resistant to wear, corrosion, and occasional impact.

Lightweight Structural Components (Bars and Profiles)

Aluminium 6082 T6 can be produced through extrusion into bars, profiles, and tubes, and is used in the manufacture of wing ribs, fuselage frames, and door tracks.

Extruded Profiles

A wide array of cross-sections can be produced via extrusion:

Profile Type	Typical Applications
Aluminium 6082 T6 Round & Square Tubes	Structural frames, fuselage skeletons, support columns
Aluminium 6082 T6 Rectangular Tubes	Cabin floor tracks, equipment supports, suitable for applications requiring directional bending stiffness
Aluminium 6082 T6 Angle Profiles (L-shaped)	Reinforcements for wing flaps and control surface edges
Aluminium 6082 T6 T/U/Z Profiles	Track mounting frames, cabin partition frames, symmetrical connecting structures
Aluminium 6082 T6 H-shape & I-beams	Fairings, secondary beams in sub-load-bearing structures
Aluminium 6082 T6 Hat & J Profiles	Frame reinforcements, interior attachment brackets
Aluminium 6082 T6 Flat Bars & Solid Rods	Machined shafts, pins, spacers

Precision Parts Using Bars and Tubes

6082 Aerospace Aluminium Tubes: Used for fuel tank piping, hydraulic lines, and thin-walled drawn tubing for lightweight fuselage reinforcement.
6082 Aerospace Aluminium Bars: Solid rods can be machined into wing brackets, actuator arms, and small housings—thanks to the alloy’s high rigidity and thermal resistance.

Other Auxiliary Components

In avionics mounting brackets, sensor bases, and interior structures, 6082-T6 offers long-term durability in humid and temperature-fluctuating environments due to its excellent surface finish capability (such as anodizing) and corrosion resistance.

Aluminium 6082 T6 Surface Treatment

Anodized film thickness up to 10–25 μm, suitable for electrolytic coloring
Lentil-patterned checkered plate surface friction coefficient increased by 40% (BS EN standard)

Aluminium 6082 T6 Manufacturing and Machinability

6082-T6 can be processed by various methods:

Extrusion: Suitable for complex profiles; offers good surface finish and dimensional accuracy.
Machining: Excellent machinability in T6 condition; commonly used for precision components from plate.
Forming: Good formability in O (annealed) condition, but limited in T6; bending radius ≥ 3 × thickness is recommended.
Welding: Typically weldable using MIG/TIG processes, though strength in the heat-affected zone may be reduced.

As the strongest alloy in the 6000 series, 6082-T6 is gradually replacing 6061 aluminium in marine and heavy machinery sectors, though it remains limited in the production of thin-walled complex extrusions due to surface finish concerns.

6082 Aluminum T6 Heat Treatment Process

Solution Heat Treatment: The aluminum alloy is heated to a certain high temperature (usually between 500°C and 540°C), allowing the alloying elements to dissolve completely and form a solid solution.

Quenching: The heated aluminum alloy is rapidly cooled to room temperature, usually through water quenching, to fix the internal crystal structure of the alloy.

Artificial Aging: The aluminum alloy is further strengthened through aging treatment at a lower temperature (typically between 160°C and 180°C) for a specified time, significantly improving its strength and hardness.

Through the T6 heat treatment, the mechanical properties of 6082 aluminum alloy are significantly enhanced, especially in terms of strength and hardness, making it suitable for structural applications that require high mechanical loads.

6082-T6 Compared with Other Alloys

6082-T6 vs. 6061-T6: 6082-T6 is significantly stronger than 6061-T6, while 6061-T6 has slightly better machinability and weldability.
6082-T6 vs. 7075-T6: 7075-T6 is far superior in strength to 6082-T6, but it is expensive, has poorer corrosion resistance, and is more difficult to process. 6082-T6 achieves a better balance between strength, corrosion resistance, and machinability.

Comparison between 6082-T6 and 6061-T6

6082-T6 and 6061-T6 both belong to the 6000 series aluminum alloys, but they differ significantly in performance and applications:

Differences in chemical composition between 6082-T6 and 6061-T6

The main alloying elements of 6061 are magnesium and silicon, forming Mg₂Si phase, with certain amounts of manganese and chromium
In addition to magnesium and silicon, 6082 has a higher manganese content (0.4–1.0%) and a wider silicon content range (0.7–1.3%)
6061 may contain small amounts of copper or zinc to increase alloy strength

Mechanical property comparison between 6082-T6 and 6061-T6

Performance Index	6082-T6	6061-T6
Tensile Strength (MPa)	310-430	240-310
Yield Strength (MPa)	260-300	240-276
Hardness (HB)	95-100	95
Elongation (%)	≥10	12

6082-T6 and 6061-T6 Machinability Comparison

6082-T6

Excellent machinability, suitable for precision machining
Moderate weldability, attention needed to prevent hot cracking tendency
Good hot workability, but producing thin-walled and complex extruded shapes is more difficult
Extrusion surface finish is not as smooth as other similar-strength 6000 series alloys

6061-T6

Excellent machinability, one of the best in the 6000 series
Excellent welding characteristics and electroplating capability
Better extrusion surface quality

6082-T6 and 6061-T6 Corrosion Resistance Comparison

Due to the presence of manganese, 6082-T6 has better corrosion resistance and weldability
6061-T6 has good corrosion resistance, but in some environments is inferior to 6082-T6
Both have good anodizing properties, but 6082-T6 may achieve a more uniform anodized finish

Comparison between 6082-T6 and 7075-T6

Although both 6082-T6 and 7075-T6 are high-strength aluminum alloys, they differ significantly in many aspects:

Chemical Composition Differences between 6082-T6 and 7075-T6

6082-T6 belongs to the Al-Mg-Si series, with Mg₂Si as the main strengthening phase
7075-T6 belongs to the Al-Zn-Mg-Cu series, with MgZn₂ as the main strengthening phase
7075-T6 contains higher zinc (5.1-6.1%) and copper (1.2-2.0%) content

Mechanical Property Comparison between 6082-T6 and 7075-T6

Performance Index	6082-T6	7075-T6
Tensile Strength (MPa)	310-340	500-580
Yield Strength (MPa)	260-300	430-503
Hardness (HB)	95-100	150
Elongation (%)	≥10	11
Density (g/cm³)	2.71	2.82

6082-T6 and 7075-T6 Machinability Comparison

6082-T6

Good hot workability and machinability
Moderate weldability, suitable for TIG or MIG welding
Good formability, but average cold formability (can be improved by annealing to O temper)

7075-T6

Good plasticity after solution treatment, but more difficult to machine
Poor weldability, prone to stress corrosion cracking
Requires cladding or other protective treatment for use

6082-T6 and 7075-T6 Corrosion Resistance Comparison

6082-T6 has good corrosion resistance, superior to 7075-T6
7075-T6 has poorer corrosion resistance, especially in marine and humid environments
7075-T6 usually requires cladding treatment to improve corrosion resistance

Other Temper States of 6082 Aluminum Alloy

6082 T4 Aluminum

T4 temper refers to solution heat-treated and naturally aged condition
After solution treatment, rapidly cooled, then naturally aged at room temperature
In this state, the alloy achieves certain strength while maintaining good plasticity

Typical Applications of 6082 T4 Aluminum

Bending and forming applications: such as structural parts requiring complex shapes
Marine environment applications: due to its good performance in marine conditions
Applications where high strength is not critical but good formability is required

6082 T651 Aluminum

T651 temper is based on T6, with additional stress-relief stretching
Process: solution heat-treated, artificially aged, then stretched to relieve internal stress
This temper is mainly used to eliminate internal stresses and improve dimensional stability

Typical Applications of 6082 T651 Aluminum

Mold manufacturing: requiring high precision and dimensional stability
Precision mechanical parts: such as non-load-bearing aerospace structural components
Optical instrument components: requiring high precision and stability

6082 O Aluminum

O temper is the fully annealed condition, also known as the soft temper
Achieved through heating and slow cooling to make the material as soft as possible
In this state, the material has maximum plasticity and minimum strength

Typical Applications of 6082 O Aluminum

Bending and forming applications: O temper is the most suitable for bending and forming
Cold forming processes: such as deep drawing, stretching, and complex shape forming
Applications requiring maximum plasticity

6082 Aluminum Alloy Selection Recommendations

According to different application requirements, the following are the recommendations for selecting the temper state of 6082 aluminum alloy:

Selection Based on Strength Requirements

Low strength requirement: Choose O temper (annealed condition)
Medium strength requirement: Choose T4 temper
High strength requirement: Choose T6 or T651 temper

Selection Based on Processing Method

Bending and forming processes: Choose O temper or T4 temper
Precision machining: Choose T6 or T651 temper
Processing requiring dimensional stability: Choose T651 temper