6mm Aluminum Plate Product Introduction
6mm aluminum plate refers to a flat, thin piece of aluminum that has a thickness of 6 millimeters. Aluminum sheets are commonly used in various industries and applications due to their lightweight nature, corrosion resistance, and versatility.
The sheet has a thickness of 6 millimeters, which is relatively thick compared to thinner aluminum sheets. The thickness affects the sheet's strength and rigidity.
The sheet is made from aluminum, which is a lightweight metal known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio. Aluminum is highly resistant to corrosion, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
The dimensions of the sheet may vary, but typically it comes in standard sizes like 4 feet by 8 feet (1219mm x 2438mm) or 4 feet by 10 feet (1219mm x 3048mm). However, custom sizes can also be obtained based on specific requirements.
6mm Aluminum plate Applications
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Aerospace industry: 6mm aluminum plate is used to manufacture aircraft components, such as: structural parts such as bulkheads, wing ribs and fuselage panels, such as 2024-T3 aluminum plate.
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Marine Industry: 6mm aluminum sheet has benefited from the marine industry due to its corrosion resistance and durability. These plates are used in shipbuilding, shipbuilding and offshore structures. Such as hull, deck, superstructure and other marine components, such as 5083-H116 aluminum plate.
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Automotive industry: The automotive industry widely uses 6mm aluminum plates to manufacture lightweight body panels, chassis components and structural reinforcements, which can reduce the weight of cars while ensuring strength, such as 6061-T6 aluminum plates.
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Building and construction: 6mm aluminum plates are often used in building cladding, roof systems and exterior wall panels, as well as in the construction of bridges, platforms and structural frames, with advantages in strength, durability and light weight, such as 3003-H14 aluminum plates.
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Industrial machinery and equipment: usually used to manufacture conveyor systems, racks, workbenches, housings, molds, and 3C products. These panels offer structural stability, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with various industrial environments, such as 6061-T651 aluminum plates.
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Decorative and Design Applications: 6mm aluminum plates are also used in decorative and design applications. They are used to create interior and exterior architectural elements, signage, decorative panels and artwork. These sheets can be customized, cut and formed into unique designs such as 3003-H24 aluminum palte.
Commonly Used 6mm Aluminum Plates
6mm 3003 Aluminum Plate
Element |
Al |
Mn |
Fe |
Cu |
Si |
Zn |
Each |
Total |
Composition (%) |
98.6 - 99.7 |
1.0 - 1.5 |
0.70 max |
0.05 - 0.20 |
0.60 max |
0.10 max |
0.05 max |
0.15 max |
6mm thick 3003 aluminum plate belongs to the 3xxx series of aluminum-manganese alloys, and 3003 alloy is one of the most commonly used alloys in this series for various applications. The most commonly used state of 6mm thick 3003 aluminum plate is H14. Its most outstanding feature is its corrosion resistance. In industrial settings, 6mm thick 3003 aluminum plates are commonly used for roofing and cladding applications, making heat exchangers. It is often fabricated into fins or tubes for efficient heat transfer and in the manufacture of materials for handling chemicals, acids, and other corrosive substances in a variety of industries including HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems, automotive radiators, and refrigeration equipment. Tanks, containers and piping. 6mm thick 3003 aluminum plate is widely used in general sheet metal processing, it can be formed, cut, bent and welded to manufacture various parts, including auto parts, panels and structural elements.
6mm 5083 Aluminum Plate
Element |
Al |
Mg |
Mn |
Cr |
Fe |
Si |
Zn |
Ti |
Each |
Total |
Composition (%) |
91.9 - 96.0 |
4.0 - 4.9 |
0.40 - 1.0 |
0.05 - 0.25 |
0.0 - 0.40 |
0.40 max |
0.0 - 0.25 |
0.15 max |
0.05 max |
0.15 max |
The 6mm thick 5083 aluminum plate belongs to the 5xxx series of aluminum-magnesium alloys. Its most unique advantage is its excellent corrosion resistance in marine environments, making it ideal for marine and offshore industrial applications. 5083 aluminum alloy also has excellent weldability and formability, and is easy to manufacture and customize. Widely used in hulls, decks, driver's seats and other parts, especially in the manufacture of light ships such as high-speed ferries and yachts. In addition, alloy 5083 is used in manufactured pressure vessels and tanks; even lightweight structural components such as body panels, frames and chassis components can be made by forming, welding and machining.
6mm 6061 Aluminum Plate
Element |
Al |
Mg |
Si |
Fe |
Cu |
Mn |
Cr |
Zn |
Ti |
Each |
Total |
Composition (%) |
97.9 - 99.5 |
0.6 - 1.2 |
0.4 - 0.8 |
0.0 - 0.7 |
0.15 - 0.4 |
0.0 - 0.15 |
0.04 - 0.35 |
0.0 - 0.25 |
0.0 - 0.15 |
0.05 max |
0.15 max |
The 6mm thick 6061 aluminum plate belongs to the 6xxx series, and its most commonly used alloy state is T6. A heat treatable alloy, formable, high strength to weight ratio, corrosion resistant, easy to treat such as anodizing. is to make engine parts, such as cylinder heads and pistons, as well as suspension components, wheels and body panels; Mold; Machining; Furniture and sports products; Best raw material for 3C products.
Packaging 6mm Aluminum Plate
The 6mm thick aluminum plate is placed on wooden pallets or wooden boxes, perfectly wrapped with waterproof kraft paper, and then fixed with narrow iron bars.
Usually we have six layers of packaging: wooden pallets for desiccant, moisture-proof film, plastic film, moisture-proof cotton, plastic moisture-proof film, and cardboard packaging.