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In bus pipe applications, 6063-T6 is the standard alloy for Schedule 40 pipe because of its excellent balance of electrical and mechanical properties. It carries higher current than 6061-T6 at the same dimensions due to its 23% higher conductivity. 6063 is also the standard for architectural extrusions, window frames, and anodized trim.", "image": "https://pub-bb2e103a32db4e198524a2e9ed8f35b4.r2.dev/b1f8b2cb-7382-4690-bfbc-ed5b304d2dda/id-preview-07417ea8--a7e5ccab-fa75-48ef-b5e7-f98a3ebeeba6.lovable.app-1772659104853.png", "brand": { "@type": "Brand", "name": "Maverick Metals" }, "sku": "6063-T6 / 6063-T5", "category": "Aluminum Tube", "offers": { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "price": "0", "priceCurrency": "USD", "url": "https://mavmet.com/aluminum-tube/al6063", "seller": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Maverick Metals" } }, "aggregateRating": { "@type": "AggregateRating", "ratingValue": "5", "reviewCount": "156", "bestRating": "5" } } ] --- [Contact us today! (844) 412-0795](tel:8444120795) [![Maverick Metals logo - copper and aluminum supplier](/assets/mavmet-logo-7HJTZy34.png)](/) [About](/about) Copper Aluminum Bronze Brass [Parts](/machined-parts) Industries [Blog](/blog)[Prices](/prices)[Contact](/contact) [Back to Aluminum Tube](/aluminum-tube) 6063 # Aluminum 6063 – Architectural & Bus Alloy Tube 6063-T6 / 6063-T5 ## Overview Aluminum 6063 is the most common extrusion alloy, offering excellent surface finish, good corrosion resistance, and 53% IACS electrical conductivity. In bus pipe applications, 6063-T6 is the standard alloy for Schedule 40 pipe because of its excellent balance of electrical and mechanical properties. It carries higher current than 6061-T6 at the same dimensions due to its 23% higher conductivity. 6063 is also the standard for architectural extrusions, window frames, and anodized trim. ### Chemical Composition Element Min Max Aluminum (Al) Balance (~98.5%) — Magnesium (Mg) 0.45% 0.90% Silicon (Si) 0.20% 0.60% Iron (Fe) — 0.35% Copper (Cu) — 0.10% ### Alloy Designations UNS A96063 ASTM B221, B241 Common Name Architectural Aluminum ### Mechanical Properties Tensile Strength (T6) 35 ksi (241 MPa) Yield Strength (T6) 31 ksi (214 MPa) Elongation (T6) 12% Hardness (T6) 73 HB Shear Strength 22 ksi (152 MPa) ### Physical Properties Density 2.70 g/cm³ (0.098 lb/in³) Melting Point 616–654°C (1,140–1,210°F) Electrical Conductivity (T6) 53% IACS Thermal Conductivity 201 W/m·K Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 23.4 × 10⁻⁶ /°C Modulus of Elasticity 68.9 GPa (10,000 ksi) ## Typical Applications - Standard bus pipe conductor (Schedule 40/80) - Architectural extrusions and window frames - Anodized trim and decorative profiles - Electrical conduit and raceways - Furniture and railing systems ## Fabrication & Joining - Excellent extrusion characteristics — best surface finish - Good weldability with 4043 filler - Outstanding anodizing response - 53% IACS conductivity — standard for bus pipe - Available in pipe, tube, and custom profiles ## Need 6063 Aluminum Tube? 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