5A06 aluminum tube is 5 series Al-Mg anti-rust aluminum, with a higher Mg content than other 5 series alloys. It is a non-heat-treatable alloy and its strength is improved by cold working. 5A06 aluminum tube is widely used in welding parts such as ships, automobiles, subways and light rails, as well as various pressure vessels, molds, etc.
Mastar can provide 5A06 aluminum tubes with various cross sections, among which the most popular are 5A06 aluminum round tube, 5A06 rectangular tube, below is the detailed introduction.
5A06 aluminum round tube
- Advantages: mature technology, low fluid resistance, and material saving
- Applications: aircraft structural parts and fuel pipelines, hull and marine equipment piping systems, gas and liquid storage tanks.
- Popular size: OD:100mm - 380mm, Wall:10mm – 35mm
Below are the hot-selling 5A06 aluminum round tube sizes in Mastar's inventory. If there is no size that matches your needs, please contact us and we will provide you with a solution based on our huge inventory advantage.
| Product | Temper | OD(mm) | Wall(mm) | Length(mm) |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 100mm | 10mm | 6000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 140mm | 20mm | 6000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 180mm | 20mm | 6000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 260mm | 20mm | 6000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 300mm | 30mm | 3000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 300mm | 30mm | 3400mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 300mm | 30mm | 3800mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 300mm | 30mm | 4200mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 300mm | 30mm | 4600mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 300mm | 30mm | 5000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 300mm | 30mm | 6000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 310mm | 25mm | 6000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 310mm | 35mm | 6000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 314mm | 20mm | 2000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 314mm | 20mm | 3100mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 314mm | 20mm | 4200mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 314mm | 20mm | 4800mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 314mm | 20mm | 5200mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 314mm | 20mm | 5400mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 314mm | 20mm | 6000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 300mm | 30mm | 3200mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 300mm | 30mm | 4400mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 305mm | 30mm | 5600mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 305mm | 30mm | 5900mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 305mm | 30mm | 6000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 380mm | 35mm | 2000mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 380mm | 35mm | 1570mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 380mm | 35mm | 1600mm |
| 5A06 aluminum tube | H112 | 380mm | 35mm | 1800mm |
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Click to collapse5A06 aluminum rectangle tube
- Common sizes: Width: 38mm - 210mm, height 25mm - 150mm, wall thickness: 1.5mm - 13mm
- Advantages: stable structure, high space utilization, high toughness.
- Applications: subway light rail, precision parts, drilling equipment.
Features of 5A06 aluminum tube
- Excellent rust resistance: As an Al-Mg alloy, it has excellent rust resistance.
- High strength: It has high strength and is suitable for structural parts that need to withstand pressure.
- Good plasticity: It has good processability and formability in annealing and extrusion.
- Good welding performance: The argon arc welding weld has good air tightness and plasticity, and the strength of gas welding and spot welding joints is close to 90-95% of the matrix strength.
- Good machinability: It is easy to machine and suitable for fine cutting.
Chemical composition of 5A06 aluminum tube
| Elements | Composition(%) |
| Si | 0 – 0.40 |
| Cu | 0 - 0.10 |
| Mg | 5.8 – 6.8 |
| Zn | 0 - 0.20 |
| Mn | 0.50 – 0.8 |
| Ti | 0.02 – 0.1 |
| Be | 0.0001～0.005 |
| Fe | 0 – 0.4 |
| Al | Remainder |
| Other(each) | ≤ 0.05 |
| Other(total) | ≤ 0.10 |
Mechanical properties of 5A06 aluminum tube
| Temper | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) |
| H112 | 305MPa | 145MPa | 12% |
5A05 vs 5A06 aluminum tube
| Property | 5A05 Aluminum Alloy | 5A06 Aluminum Alloy |
| Strength & Hardness | Medium tensile strength; hardness increases with cold deformation, reducing plasticity. | High tensile strength (≥300 MPa), suitable for load-bearing parts with good ductility. |
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent corrosion resistance, ideal for humid or corrosive environments. | Equally excellent, especially suited for marine environments. |
| Weldability & Machinability | Good weldability in annealed state; machinability improves in semi-cold worked state. | Good weldability; easily processed into complex shapes via extrusion and forging. |
| Heat Treatment | Not heat-treatable, moderate plasticity in semi-cold worked state. | Not heat-treatable, limited machinability in cold-worked state. |
What are the production methods of 5A06 aluminum tube?
Extrusion: Extrusion is the process of heating the aluminum alloy to a certain temperature and then extruding it into the desired shape through a die. 5A06 aluminum tube can be made into tubes, profiles and other products through the extrusion process.
Forging: For parts that require higher strength and better mechanical properties, 5A06 aluminum tube can be processed by forging. The forging process involves heating the metal and shaping it with tools.
Welding: 5A06 aluminum tube has good welding performance and can be connected by a variety of welding methods such as MIG (metal inert gas shielded welding), TIG (tungsten inert gas welding), etc.
Surface treatment of 5A06 aluminum tube
Anodizing
Anodizing forms an aluminum oxide film on the surface of the aluminum tube through electrochemical reaction, which significantly enhances corrosion resistance, wear resistance and aesthetics. It is widely used in aviation, automobiles, construction and other fields.
Coating
Coating treatment uses spraying, dipping or brushing to cover the surface of the aluminum tube with paint, providing it with an additional layer of protection and improving its appearance, which is suitable for a variety of environments.
Sandblasting
Sand blasting cleans the surface of the aluminum tube by spraying abrasive particles at high speed, removing oxides and impurities, roughening the surface to improve the adhesion of the coating, and improving the appearance of the aluminum tube.
Why choose Mastar?
- Customized service: provide a variety of sizes and surface treatments to meet the personalized needs of customers.
- Fast delivery: sufficient inventory, short delivery time, to meet the needs of urgent orders.
- Quick response: respond to customer demands and quotations quickly, and give customers the most competitive prices
- Price update: according to the international aluminum price, update the price for customers in real time, so that customers can know the latest price.
- Free samples: all samples can be provided free of charge, and customers can place orders after passing the test.
Mastar 5A06 aluminum tube purchasing guide
Before buying 5A06 Aluminum Tube from Mastar, please confirm the size and quantity you need. Then, contact our customer service team and we will provide you with the best quality products and the most competitive market prices.
5A06 aluminum tube price
5A06 aluminum tube price: (LME ingot price + processing fee) × weight + packaging fee + transportation fee
Please contact Mastar for price, as well as the processing fee per ton of aluminum tubes of various specifications. The processing fee of 5A06 aluminum tubes of different sizes may vary greatly, and we will provide you with the best quotation.
5A06-H112 aluminum tube is the most common ordering status.
Packaging of 5A06 aluminum tube
Plastic or kraft paper packaging with moisture-proof desiccant inside.
Mounted on wooden pallets, reinforced with steel belts, and provided with fumigation certificates.
Meet GB/T3199 standard requirements.
Packaging can be customized according to other customer requirements.
