6xxx · Al-Mg-Si · EN 573-3 / EN AW-6082
6082-T6 Aluminum
Higher-strength European 6xxx structural alloy. Often chosen over 6061 for heavy structural sections in EN markets.
Density
2.71 g/cm³
2710 kg/m³
Yield (Rp0.2)
310 MPa
typical
Tensile (Rm)
340 MPa
typical
Elongation
10%
A
Modulus E
70 GPa
elastic
Hardness
90 HB
T6
α thermal
23.1×10⁻⁶/K
expansion
k thermal
170 W/m·K
conductivity
Density vs the 2.70 myth
True density for 6082-T6 Aluminum is 2.71 g/cm³. Using 2.70 introduces a +0.37% mass error.
1 m² × 10 mm plate (correct ρ)
27.10 kg
Same plate if ρ = 2.70
27.00 kg
Weldability
Good
Machinability
Good
Corrosion resistance
Good
Typical applications
- • Bridges
- • Trusses
- • Transport structures
- • Cranes
Engineering pitfalls
- • Slightly less formable than 6063 for complex extrusions
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 / EN AW-6082.