6016 aluminum coil is a heat-treatable aluminum alloy in the Al-Mg-Si (6xxx) series, widely used in the automotive industry. It is particularly valued for its excellent formability in the solution-treated condition and its ability to achieve high strength after paint-bake heat treatment. This makes 6016 aluminum sheet an ideal material for lightweight automotive body panels.
Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Alloy / Grade | 6016 |
| Chemical Composition (%) | Mg 0.25–0.60, Si 1.0–1.5, Fe ≤ 0.50, Cu ≤ 0.20, Mn ≤ 0.20, Cr ≤ 0.10, Zn ≤ 0.25, Ti ≤ 0.15, Al Balance |
| Series | 6000 Series (Al-Mg-Si) |
| Temper | T4, T6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 0.5 – 6.0 |
| Width (mm) | 600 – 2000 |
| Length (mm) | 1000 – 6000 (Customizable) |
| Surface Finish | Mill Finish, Pre-treated, Oiled |
| Standard | ASTM B209, EN 573, EN 485 |
Description
Features
- Magnesium–silicon aluminum alloy
Belongs to the 6000-series aluminum alloys, with Mg and Si as the main alloying elements, designed for excellent corrosion resistance and medium-to-high strength.
- Medium mechanical strength
Higher strength than 6063, suitable for automotive, structural, and load-bearing applications.
- Excellent corrosion resistance
Performs well in atmospheric and industrial environments, suitable for outdoor and structural components.
- Good thermal conductivity
Supports effective heat dissipation for automotive and industrial applications.
- Good formability and workability
Can be rolled, bent, stamped, and formed, allowing production of complex profiles and components.
- Good weldability
Compatible with TIG and MIG welding, ensuring reliable joints in structural applications.
- Smooth surface finish
Suitable for anodizing, coating, painting, and film lamination, providing both functional and decorative surfaces.
- Heat-treatable
Can be strengthened by solution heat treatment and artificial aging (T4/T6), offering flexibility for performance optimization.
Applications
- Automotive outer and inner body panels.
- Car doors, hoods, roofs, and fenders.
- Lightweight vehicle structures.
- Transportation body panels.
