6xxx · Al-Mg-Si · EN 573-3
6060-T6 Aluminum
Common European extrusion alloy for architectural profiles. Density near 2.70 g/cm³ — the rare case where the rule of thumb is acceptable.
Density
2.70 g/cm³
2700 kg/m³
Yield (Rp0.2)
150 MPa
typical
Tensile (Rm)
190 MPa
typical
Elongation
8%
A
Modulus E
69 GPa
elastic
Hardness
70 HB
T6
α thermal
23.4×10⁻⁶/K
expansion
k thermal
200 W/m·K
conductivity
Density vs the 2.70 myth
True density for 6060-T6 Aluminum is 2.70 g/cm³. Using 2.70 introduces a 0.00% mass error.
1 m² × 10 mm plate (correct ρ)
27.00 kg
Same plate if ρ = 2.70
27.00 kg
Weldability
Good
Machinability
Good
Corrosion resistance
Excellent
Typical applications
- • Architectural extrusions
- • Frames
- • Window systems
Engineering pitfalls
- • Lower strength than 6061/6082 for structural members
Compare & related
Values are typical handbook figures for the stated temper (T6) and are intended for preliminary engineering. Production design must use certified material data and applicable design codes. Standard reference: EN 573-3.