6101 aluminum is an alloy that has high electrical conductivity and good mechanical strength, good corrosion resistance, bendability and formability. 6101 aluminum can be both hot worked and cold worked. 6101 aluminum can be machined, welded and formed using standard methods and is easily extruded.
MASTAR 6101 aluminum tube product introduction
Stock product types: 6101 conductive aluminum tube; 6101 seamless tube; 6101 extruded structural tube
Schedule: SCH20, SCH30, SCH40, STD, SCH80, XS, SCH60, SCH80, SCH120, SCH140, SCH160, XXS
Length: Can be cut to any length.
Surface treatment: mill finish, anodized, bright, black, polished …
Aluminum tube ends: flat end, bevel end, threaded end
6101 Aluminum Tube Equivalent Name
| 6101 Aluminum Tube Equivalent Name | |||
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | DIN | UNS |
| Aluminum 6101 | 3.3211 | 3.2315 | A96061 |
MASTAR 6101 aluminum tube supply temper and performance
| Temper | Ultimate Tensile Strength MPa R m | Yield Strength MPa R p0.2 | Elongation A (%) | Performance characteristics |
| F | - | - | - | As manufactured. No special controls are applied for heat treatment or strain hardening after forming processes such as casting, hot working or cold working. |
| T6 | 220 | 200 | 15 | Solution heat treated and artificially aged. |
| T61 | - | - | - | An overaged condition with higher conductivity than -T6 but lower mechanical properties. |
| T63 | - | - | - | An "intermediate" state, more conductive than T6 but less conductive than T61. |
| T64 | - | - | - | Partially annealed and tempered; has the highest conductivity and best temper properties for maximum formability. |
| T65 | - | - | - | Moderate strength and conductivity, along with a controlled range of tensile and yield strengths, help control bend repeatability. |
| T5A | 205 | 175 | 8 | T5A refers to the state of high temperature rolling, water cooling, stretching, and then artificial aging. It is suitable for pipes that have reached the specified mechanical property limit. conductor. |
| T10 | 180 | 160 | - |
6101 aluminum conductive tube
- 6101 tubular conductive busbar is a high-strength conductive material with 55% IACS guarantee, good corrosion resistance and welding performance, which plays an important role in the safe transmission of power transmission and transformation systems. It is commonly a round conductor material, and there are also square ones.
- Production executable standards: ASTM B241, ASTM B 317M-07, GB/27676-2011, GB/T 33228-2016, IS:5082, IS:2673
| 6101 Conductive Aluminum Tube Conductive Performance Parameters | |||||
| Property | Thermal Conductivity (W/ mK ) | Thermal Conductivity (watts/ sq.in /in℃) | Electrical Conductivity (% IACS at 20℃) | Electrical Resistivity (μΩ/ sq.in /ft at 20℃) | Temperature Coefficient of Electrical Resistance at 20℃/℃ |
| 6101 | 218-226 | 5.3-5.8 | 55-60.5 | 13.46-14.81 | .00363-.00400 |
MASTAR tubular aluminum busbar cooperation areas:
- High voltage transmission lines – 6101 tubular aluminum busbars are widely used for their excellent conductivity and tensile strength. For complete power line systems, we also supply 6201 aluminum for overhead conductors and 1350 alloy for high-purity current-carrying applications.
- Electrical Equipment – 6101 tubes serve as core conductive components in switchgears and control cabinets. For customers needing surface-treated or decorative solutions, 6063 anodized tubes and 6105 structural profiles offer additional compatibility and visual uniformity.
- Conductive busbar – 6101 tubular conductors are commonly applied in busbar frameworks due to their balance of strength and conductivity. For enhanced corrosion protection or different form factors, options like 6061 square tubes and 1350 round conductors can be integrated.
- Transformer connection parts – Seamless 6101 tubes ensure low-resistance, high-reliability interconnections. We also support transformer projects with 6061 heavy-wall tubes for mechanical reinforcement, and precision-machined fittings for custom joints.
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6101 extruded structural tube
- 6101 Extruded Structural Tubes are formed by extrusion process, with high strength, good corrosion resistance and light weight, suitable for occasions subject to structural stress. MASTAR 6101 Extruded Aluminum Tubes are stocked in round, square, rectangular, etc. various shapes and sizes.
- Production implementation standard: ASTM B429/ASME SB429
6101 Aluminum Round Tube
6101 Aluminum Square Tube
6101 aluminum flat tube
More sizes and shapes available
| 6101 extruded structural pipe common size parameters SCH40 SCH80 | |||||||
| Nominal Pipe Size | OD (inches) | ID Sch40 (inches) | WT Sch40 (inches) | Weight Per Ft Sch40 ( lbs ) | ID Sch80 (inches) | WT Sch80 (inches) | Weight Per Ft Sch80 ( lbs ) |
| 1/8 | 0.405 | 0.269 | 0.068 | 0.085 | 0.215 | 0.095 | 0.109 |
| 1/4 | 0.54 | 0.364 | 0.088 | 0.147 | 0.302 | 0.119 | 0.185 |
| 3/8 | 0.675 | 0.493 | 0.091 | 0.196 | 0.423 | 0.126 | 0.256 |
| 1/2 | 0.84 | 0.622 | 0.109 | 0.294 | 0.546 | 0.147 | 0.376 |
| 3/4 | 1.05 | 0.824 | 0.113 | 0.391 | 0.742 | 0.154 | 0.51 |
| 1 | 1.315 | 1.049 | 0.133 | 0.581 | 0.957 | 0.179 | 0.751 |
| 1 1/4 | 1.66 | 1.38 | 0.14 | 0.786 | 1.278 | 0.191 | 1.037 |
| 1 1/2 | 1.9 | 1.61 | 0.145 | 0.94 | 1.5 | 0.2 | 1.256 |
| 2 | 2.375 | 2.067 | 0.154 | 1.26 | 1.939 | 0.218 | 1.737 |
| 2.5 | 2.875 | 2.469 | 0.203 | 2.004 | 2.323 | 0.276 | 2.65 |
| 3 | 3.5 | 3.068 | 0.216 | 2.62 | 2.9 | 0.3 | 3.574 |
| 3.5 | 4 | 3.548 | 0.226 | 3.15 | 3.364 | 0.318 | 4.326 |
| 4 | 4.5 | 4.026 | 0.237 | 3.733 | 3.826 | 0.337 | 5.183 |
| 5 | 5.563 | 5.047 | 0.258 | 5.06 | 4.813 | 0.375 | 7.188 |
| 6 | 6.625 | 6.065 | 0.28 | 6.564 | 5.761 | 0.432 | 9.884 |
| 8 | 8.625 | 7.981 | 0.322 | 9.88 | 7.625 | 0.5 | 15.01 |
| 10 | 10.75 | 10.02 | 0.365 | 14 | 9.562 | 0.594 | 22.29 |
| 12 | 12.75 | 11.938 | 0.375 | 18.52 | 11.374 | 0.688 | 30.66 |
MASTAR 6101 extruded structural pipe cooperation areas:
- Bridge structure – 6101 extruded structural pipes offer high strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance for bridge truss and support frames. For enhanced load-bearing needs, we also provide 6082 rectangular pipes and 6061 thick-wall tubes for complementary structural integration.
- Building Frame – 6101 pipes are suitable for modern building frameworks due to their formability and conductivity. Projects requiring aesthetic finishes can benefit from 6063 anodized tubes and 6060 square profiles.
- Mechanical equipment support – 6101 structural tubes ensure lightweight yet rigid support for various machinery. For precision-matching or welded assemblies, we recommend combining with 6061 round tubes and other extruded profiles.
- Transportation vehicle structural parts – Ideal for bus frames and train body reinforcements, 6101 extruded tubes are often used alongside 6061 and 7005 structural tubing for a complete transport-grade aluminum solution.
6101 aluminum seamless pipe
- The 6101 aluminum alloy seamless tube has no welds during the processing process, ensuring its consistent strength and pressure resistance, and is suitable for application scenarios requiring high precision and high reliability.
- Production execution standards: ASTM B241/ASME SB241, ASTM B345/ASME S345
MASTAR 6101 seamless pipe cooperation areas:
- Fluid transport pipeline – 6101 seamless aluminum pipes are widely used in high-flow, corrosion-sensitive fluid systems. For critical pressure and uniform wall thickness, we also supply 5052 and 5083 seamless pipes with excellent weldability and corrosion resistance.
- Aerospace pipe fittings – The precision and strength of 6101 seamless pipes make them suitable for hydraulic and pneumatic systems in aircraft. To ensure structural integrity, we also provide 2024 and 7075 round seamless tubes for high-stress aerospace assemblies.
- Petrochemical Equipment – 6101 seamless pipes resist corrosion in aggressive chemical environments. For full pipeline integration, we recommend pairing with 5086 corrosion-resistant tubes and 5456 heavy-wall pipe systems for extended service life.
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6101 aluminum tube chemical composition
| Element | Component (%) |
| Aluminum (Al) | 97.6 to 99.4 |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.35 to 0.8 |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.3 to 0.7 |
| Iron (Fe) | 0 to 0.5 |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0 to 0.1 |
| Copper (Cu) | 0 to 0.1 |
| Boron (B) | 0 to 0.060 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0 to 0.030 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0 to 0.030 |
| Residuals | 0 to 0.1 |
Why MASTAR is the preferred supplier of 6101 aluminum tube
- Fast Delivery: We have abundant inventory to ensure fast shipment of any product, saving time for your project.
- Customized service: MASTAR can provide customized service according to customer needs. You only need to inform the length, quantity, surface finish, cutting, bending, color coating, end use and other special requirements.
- Competitive Price: Our products are priced competitively and we offer reasonable discounts for large quantities, giving you better prices and quality service.
- After-sales support: We provide fast after-sales support to ensure that you get timely help and support when using our products.
