Brief Description
APAR’s 6xxx Series Aluminium Alloy Rods are engineered to deliver an excellent combination of strength, corrosion resistance, machinability, and formability. Manufactured using advanced casting and rolling technologies, these alloy rods are widely used across electrical, automotive, transportation, construction, engineering, and industrial applications.
Based on aluminium-magnesium-silicon alloy compositions, 6xxx Series Aluminium Alloy Rods offer superior mechanical performance while maintaining lightweight characteristics, making them ideal for applications requiring durability, structural integrity, and long service life.
Key Grades: 6101 | 6201 | 6061
Key Advantages
- Heat-treatable for improved strength
- Good conductivity with mechanical reliability
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Suitable for both electrical and structural applications
- Enhanced mechanical strength
- Reliable performance in overhead conductors and fittings
Applications
- AAAC conductors
- Helical fittings and accessories
- Transmission & distribution (T&D) hardware
- ADSS fittings and components
APAR’s 6xxx Series Aluminium Alloy Rods support customers across automotive, electrical, construction, industrial, and infrastructure sectors worldwide.
6XXX Series Aluminum Rods – Chemical, Electrical & Mechanical Properties
1) Electrical Grade Aluminum Alloy [6101 & 6201]
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:
| Aluminum Alloy Designation | Si | Fe | Cu | Cr | Zn | Mn | Mg | B | Other Each | Other Total | Al |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6101 | 0.40 – 0.80 | 0.50 | 0.10 | 0.03 | 0.10 | 0.03 | 0.50 – 0.80 | 0.06 | 0.03 | 0.10 | REM |
| 6201 | 0.50 – 0.90 | 0.50 | 0.10 | 0.03 | 0.10 | 0.03 | 0.60 – 0.90 | 0.06 | 0.03 | 0.10 | REM |
ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL PROPERTIES:
| Aluminum Alloy Designation | APAR Product Code | Temper | Diameter | Tensile strength(Mpa) | Elongation | Resistivity | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Alloy Designation | APAR Product Code | Temper | (mm) | Min | (%) | (µΩm) | (%IACS) |
| 6101 | Alloy 6101 (T4), Sol. Tr. | T4 | 9.50 ± 0.50 | 157 | 14 | 34.48 | 50 |
| 6101 | Alloy 6101 (T4), Sol. Tr. | T4 | 12.50 ± 0.50 | 157 | 14 | 34.48 | 50 |
| 6101 | Alloy 6101 (T8), Sol. Tr. | T8 | 3.00 to 6.00 | 295 | 3 | 32.53 | 53 |
The values presented are indicative of standard specifications. We also offer customized solutions, manufactured in accordance with international standards and specific customer requirements.
- We develop and manufacture a comprehensive range of Aluminum alloys to meet diverse application requirements.
- Wires are available in multiple sizes and configurations, tailored to specific customer needs.
Flexible supply formats:
- Wire rods supplied in coils up to 2.0 to 3.0 MT
- Drawn wires (4.0 mm to 6.0 mm) in coils up to 1.0 MT
- Fine wires (3.0 mm to 4.0 mm) in coils up to 0.5 MT
Mechanical Grade Aluminum Alloy [6061 & 6063]
The 6000 series aluminum alloys, including 6061 and 6063, contain silicon and magnesium, which combine to form magnesium silicide, making these alloys heat-treatable.
This unique composition provides an excellent balance of strength, formability, and corrosion resistance, making them well-suited for a wide range of mechanical and structural applications.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
| Aluminum Alloy Designation | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition | % Chemical Composition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Alloy Designation | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Mg | Cr | Zn | Ti | OtherEach | OtherTotal | AL |
| 6061 | 0.40 –0.80 | 0.70 | 0.15 – 0.40 | 0.15 | 0.80 – 1.20 | 0.04 –0.35 | 0.25 | 0.15 | 0.05 | 0.15 | REM |
| 6063 | 0.20 –0.60 | 0.35 | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.45 – 0.90 | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.05 | 0.15 | REM |
ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
| Aluminum Alloy Designation | Temper | Diameter | Tensile strength (Mpa) | Elongation | Resistivity | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Alloy Designation | Temper | (mm) | Min | (%) | (µΩm) | (%IACS) |
| 6061 | M | 9.50 ± 0.50 | 118 | 12 | 43.10 | 40 |
| 6061 | 12.50 ± 0.50 | |||||
| 6061 | T4 | 9.50 ± 0.50 | 177 | 14 | 43.10 | 40 |
| 6061 | 12.50 ± 0.50 | |||||
| 6061 | T8 | 3.00 to 6.00 | 343 | 6 | 43.10 | 40 |
The values presented are indicative of standard specifications. We also offer customized solutions, manufactured in accordance with international standards and specific customer requirements.
- We develop and manufacture a comprehensive range of Aluminum alloys to meet diverse application requirements.
- Wires are available in multiple sizes and configurations, tailored to specific customer needs.
Flexible supply formats:
- Wire rods supplied in coils up to 2.0 to 3.0 MT
- Drawn wires (4.0 mm to 6.0 mm) in coils up to 1.0 MT
- Fine wires (3.0 mm to 4.0 mm) in coils up to 0.5 MT