PTJ Shop has a reputation for machining quality parts from Aluminum alloy 6061. We can machine intricate parts on our CNC Swiss machines and CNC turning centers.

6061 aluminum is a heat-treated reinforced alloy with good formability, weldability, machinability, moderate strength, and good operation after annealing. The main alloying element of 6061 aluminum is Magnesium and silicon, and form a Mg2Si phase. If it contains a certain amount of manganese and chromium, it can neutralize the bad effect of iron; sometimes a small amount of copper or zinc is added to increase the strength of the alloy without significantly reducing the corrosion resistance; there is still a small amount in the conductive material. Copper to offset the adverse effects of titanium and iron on conductivity; zirconium or titanium can refine grains and control recrystallized structure; in order to improve machinability, lead and antimony can be added. The Mg2Si is dissolved in aluminum, which makes the alloy have artificial age hardening function.

Aluminum 6061 has a machining cost factor of 0.8 when compared to steel 12L14. It can be forged, hot worked, and readily welded, as well as heat treated, annealed, and aged. It anodizes well and provides a bright, colorful finish.

 Contact our Aluminium 6061 Machining services machinists today to discuss the specifics of your complex parts.