2008 aluminum alloy profiles are mainly used in automotive structural parts, such as body, chassis, engine and transmission system and other components. The high strength and lightweight properties of this profile can help automakers reduce overall vehicle weight, improve fuel efficiency and performance, and reduce exhaust emissions.Welcome contact
Why choose Chalco Aluminum's 2008 T6 aluminum profile extrusion?
Automotive IATF16949 standard
Chalco Aluminum has passed the requirements of the automotive IATF16949 standard audited by BSI (British Standards Institution), providing quality compliance for continuously expanding the automotive product market and achieving high-quality development.
Well-known brand material certifications
Serving Tesla, Ford, Shanghai Automobile, NIO Automobile, BAIC New Energy, Changan Automobile and other famous new energy automobile manufacturers, confirmed the material certification relationship, and completed the parts of many automobile factories such as BAIC New Energy and NIO Automobile Model car plate material certification.
Specs of 2008 T6 aluminum profile extrusion
| Alloy | 2008 |
| Temper | T6 |
| Open Profile dimensions | Min 4mm×3mm, Max.850mm×50mm. |
| Closed profiles dimension | Min. 6.35mm ×1mm, Max. 573mm×10mm. |
| Weight per meter | Min. 0.03kg/m, Max. 124kg/m |
| Profile length | Maximum 28m (standard 6000mm) |
| Standard | ASTM B221-14a 2008-T6 Extrusion |
| Surface treatment | Anodizing; anodizing + electrophoretic painting; powder coating; liquid spraying |
Chemical composition of 2008 aluminum alloy
| Element | Composition (%) |
| Si | 0.50-0.80 |
| Fe | 0.40 |
| Cu | 0.7-1.10 |
| Mn | 0.30 |
| Mg | 0.25-0.50 |
| Cr | 0.10 |
| Ni | - |
| Zn | 0.25 |
| Ti | 0.10 |
| Al | Remainder |
Mechanical property of 2008 T6 aluminum profile extrusion
| Mechanical property | Minimum |
| Tension strength (MPa) | 220 |
| Yield strength (MPa) | 190 |
| Elongation (%) | 8 |
| Hardness (HB) | 60 |
| Thermal expansion coefficient | 23.5×10-6/°C |
| Thermal conductivity | 132W/(m·K) |
Features of 2008 T6 aluminum profile extrusion
According to the GBT 33910-2017 standard for aluminum and aluminum alloy extrusion profiles for automobiles, 2008 aluminum alloy automotive profiles have the following characteristics:
High strength and rigidity: 2008 aluminum alloy profiles have high strength and rigidity, which can meet the strength and rigidity requirements of automobile structural parts, and reduce the weight of the whole vehicle at the same time.
Good machinability: 2008 aluminum alloy extrusions are easy to process such as extrusion processing, cold forming, welding and surface treatment, and can adapt to different automotive design requirements.
Good corrosion resistance: 2008 aluminum alloy extrusions have good corrosion resistance and can be used in various harsh environments to prolong the service life of the car.
Excellent weldability: 2008 aluminum alloy profiles can be connected by various welding processes, such as TIG welding, MIG welding, laser welding, etc. The welded joints have high strength and beautiful weld seams.
Good surface treatment performance: 2008 aluminum profiles have good wear resistance, corrosion resistance and weather resistance after surface treatment, which can improve the appearance and durability of the vehicle.
Environmental protection and energy saving: 2008 aluminum extrusions have the advantages of light weight, high strength and recyclability, which can reduce the weight of the vehicle, improve fuel efficiency, and meet environmental protection requirements.
Types and uses of 2008 T6 aluminum profile extrusion
Common profile shapes and their specific applications in the automotive field
Type I: beams and stringers for the manufacture of body frames.
Type H: used to make body structural parts such as doors and roof beams.
Type T: used to make body structural parts such as door and window frames.
U-type: used to manufacture body structural parts, such as door trim panels, roof frames, etc.
L type: used in the manufacture of body structural parts and chassis structural parts, such as door brackets, car floor panels, etc.
Square tube: used to manufacture chassis and body structures, such as frame beams, floor panels, etc.
Round tube: used to manufacture chassis and body structures, such as frame beams, floor panels, etc.
Some other applications of 2008 aluminum alloy automotive profiles
Automobile body structural parts: 2008 aluminum alloy profiles can be used in automobile body structural parts, such as door frames, roof beams, trunk covers, etc. The use of aluminum alloy profiles can reduce body weight, improve vehicle performance and fuel economy.
Engine and chassis parts: 2008 aluminum alloy profiles can also be applied to automotive engine parts and chassis parts, such as engine support frames, suspension arms, steering knuckles, etc. The use of aluminum alloy profiles can reduce the weight of the vehicle and improve the vehicle's dynamic performance and handling performance.
Car windows, car lights and other accessories: 2008 aluminum alloy profiles can also be used for car window frames, car light frames, roof luggage racks and other parts. Aluminum alloy profiles have excellent surface treatment performance, which can meet the decoration and aesthetic requirements of body parts.
What are the considerations when purchasing a 2008 T6 aluminum profile extrusion?
Determine the demand: before purchasing, it is necessary to determine the specifications, length, quantity and quality requirements of the required profiles, so as to find products that meet the requirements.
Choose a reputable supplier: choosing a reputable supplier can ensure product quality and after-sales service, and you can obtain relevant information through Internet searches and consultation with people in the industry.
Check product quality: before purchasing, you need to check the appearance quality, dimensional accuracy, surface flatness, wall thickness, etc. of the product to ensure that the product meets the relevant standards and quality requirements.
Pay attention to price and cost: price is an important factor in purchasing, but don't just focus on low price, but also consider the cost and cost performance of the product, so as to avoid affecting the performance of the whole vehicle by choosing low-quality products.
Pay attention to transportation and packaging: transportation and packaging are also important factors that affect product quality. It is necessary to choose a suitable transportation method and packaging method to ensure that the product is in good condition.
To sum up, the purchase of 2008 aluminum alloy auto profiles requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure product quality and purchase results.
