Description
xProduct Code: AL-6X-BAR
6-SERIES ALUMINUM ALLOY BAR
Heat-treatable magnesium-silicon aluminum bar stock. Engineered for precision machining, structural load-bearing applications, and long-service-life industrial deployment.
Alloy System
Mg-Si
Precipitation hardened
Strength Grade
Medium-High
Temper dependent
Machinability
Excellent
CNC optimized
Corrosion Class
Very Good
Atmospheric rated
Weldability
Good
All standard methods
Heat Treatable
Yes
Multiple tempers
Surface Finish
Extruded / Drawn
Anodizing ready
Density
~2.7 g/cm³
Lightweight base
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CORE CHARACTERISTICS
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High Strength-to-Weight Ratio
Achieves substantial tensile strength through precipitation hardening while maintaining aluminum's inherent lightweight advantage for weight-sensitive structural applications.
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Precision Machining Performance
Delivers clean, burr-free surfaces during turning, milling, and drilling operations with excellent dimensional stability and consistent chip formation characteristics.
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Superior Corrosion Resistance
Exhibits strong resistance to atmospheric corrosion and stress corrosion cracking, ensuring reliable long-term performance in outdoor and industrial environments.
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Heat Treatment Versatility
Responsive to solution heat treatment and artificial aging processes, enabling precise tuning of strength, ductility, and toughness to match application requirements.
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Reliable Weldability
Compatible with TIG, MIG, resistance, and friction stir welding methods with good joint strength retention for welded structural assemblies.
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Excellent Surface Response
Produces uniform, high-quality results with anodizing, powder coating, and polishing treatments for both protective and decorative finishing requirements.
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INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
| Industry Sector | Common Component Applications |
|---|---|
| Machinery Engineering | Structural shafts, automation guide rods, hydraulic piston rods, fixture blanks, conveyor rollers, precision fastener stock |
| Automotive Transport | Suspension components, chassis hardware, electric battery structural parts, steering system components, wheel hub blanks, trailer fittings |
| Construction Architecture | Structural support pins, curtain wall connectors, handrail support posts, solar mounting system hardware, decorative trim stock |
| Electrical Energy | Electrical bus bar stock, heat sink machining blanks, power distribution connectors, solar frame hardware, charging station components |
| Aerospace Aviation | Interior structural fittings, luggage rack supports, hydraulic tubing stock, UAV frame components, ground support equipment parts |
| Consumer Recreation | Bicycle component stock, outdoor equipment hardware, furniture structural posts, marine fitting components, sporting goods precision parts |
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AVAILABLE PRODUCT FORMS
Round Bar
Full diameter range
Square Bar
Standard & custom sizes
Hex Bar
Precision drawn grade
Custom Cut
Cut to length service
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WHY RAPIDKEEN
01
Consistent Batch Quality
Every production run adheres to strict compositional and mechanical specifications for uniform performance across your manufacturing operations.
02
Technical Material Support
In-depth alloy and temper selection guidance backed by material science expertise to match your exact performance and processing requirements.
03
Flexible Order Quantities
From prototype-scale small batches to full-volume production supply with dependable lead times and structured delivery scheduling.
04
Total Cost Optimization
Competitive pricing structure combined with material efficiency recommendations to reduce waste and lower your overall production cost.
Request Technical Specification & Pricing
Custom sizes, tempers, and cut lengths available upon request
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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