6061 aluminum forging for auto have the characteristics of high strength, light weight, corrosion resistance and easy processing. They are suitable for many automotive applications such as engine parts, body structural parts, chassis parts, wheels and steering systems.
We are industry experts in open die forging of 6061 aluminum (UNS A96061). Our forging capabilities are not limited by size, shape or quantity.Quick Quote
Specs of 6061 T6, T4 aluminum forging for auto
| Alloy | 6061 |
| Temper | T6, T4 |
| cube | Length≤7000mm; width≤2000mm; height≤500mm |
| disc | diameter≤2500mm |
| ring | Outer diameter of quenching parts≤2500mm; outer diameter of non-quenching parts≤4000mm; height≤500mm |
| cylinder | Out diameter 200 to 800mm; Length≤2000mm; outer diameter 801 to 2000mm; length≤1500mm |
| axle | length≤7000mm, diameter≤800mm |
| Forged Pipe | Outer diameter≤830mm, Inner diameter≤650mm, Length≤1800mm |
| Standard | ASTM B245-2020, AMS 4127, AMS 4128, AMS 4146, QQ-A-367, GB/T38958-2020, GB/T33823-2017, GB∕T 26036-2020 |
Chalco Aluminum forging product type
We often forge 6061 aluminum into a variety of shapes, including rings, bars, blocks, disks, and more. 6061 aluminum can be forged, heat treated, annealed, cold worked, tempered, welded and formed.Quick Quote
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Forging blockOur custom forged block, not only allow for a near-net shape, but they also have inherent advantages achieved through the forging process.
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Forged bar productsOur factory has special planing, cutting, heat treatment, straightening, machining and testing equipment to ensure consistent high quality and fast turnover of forged bar products.
High Strength Good processability Good mechanical properties -
Forged aluminum pipeForged aluminum tubes can not only be produced into straight cylindrical shape, but also have an infinitely variable outer diameter and inner diameter. We also provide various wall thicknesses and configurations to meet customer requirements.
High Strength Corrosion resistance Exact dimensions -
Forged aluminum ringWhen purchasing hubs and spindles, product integrity is critical often making or breaking a part in the field. Machined castings or hot-rolled machined bars tend to have poor structural integrity or inclusions that lead to problems with cracking and part failure.
High Strength High precision Good internal quality -
Hub and tool forgingsWhen purchasing hubs and spindles, product integrity is critical. Machined castings or hot rolled bars often have poor structural integrity or inclusions, leading to cracking and part failure.
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Forged step shafts, crankshafts and rotor shaftsOur years of custom forging expertise allow us to manufacture custom forged crankshafts to meet the most exacting specifications. At Chalco, we produce guaranteed sound-centered forged step shafts, crankshafts and rotor shafts with any combination of round, square, rectangle or polygonal dimensions, concentric or eccentric configurations and tapers or custom shapes.
High strength and stiffness good mechanical properties High reliability
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Advantages of Chalco in producing automotive forgings
Chalco production capacity
It has a number of core technologies and production processes for the production of key automobile forgings and high-end construction machinery forgings, and has been authorized by a number of invention patents.
Chalco Aluminum can provide 6-series automotive inner panels, 6-series outer panels, and automotive structural materials, realizing full coverage of key automotive lightweight varieties, and the industrialization of automotive lightweight materials has entered a new stage.
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.Quick Quote
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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.
Mechanical property of 6061 T6, T4 aluminum forging
| Alloy/Temper | Thickness /mm | Direction | Tension Strength RM/Mpa | Yield Strength RP0.2/Mpa | Elongation /% | HBW |
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| 6061 T6, T4 | &le100 | downstream line | 260 | 240 | 10 | 80 |
| non streamlined | 260 | 240 | 5 | |||
6061 T6, T4 aluminum forged wheels
| wheel type | Alloy Temper | Tension Strength RM/Mpa | Yield Strength RP0.2/Mpa | Elongation /% | HBW |
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| passenger wheel hub | 6061 T6, T4 | 290 | 260 | 7 | 90 |
| Commercial wheel hub | 6061 T6, T4 | 330 | 290 | 9 | 100 |
Chemical composition of 6061 aluminum alloy
| Element | Composition % |
| Si | 0.4-0.80 |
| Fe | 0.70 |
| Cu | 0.15-0.6 |
| Mn | 0.15-0.40 |
| Mg | 0.80-1.20 |
| Cr | 0.04-0.35 |
| Zn | 0.25 |
| Ti | 0.15 |
| Al | Remainder |
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Features of 6061 aluminum forgings
Good mechanical properties: 6061 aluminum forgings have high strength and excellent tensile strength, and can withstand large loads. This makes it ideal for use in applications requiring high strength and rigidity such as automotive engine components, chassis components and suspension systems.
Good corrosion resistance: 6061 aluminum alloy has excellent corrosion resistance, and has high resistance to corrosion and oxidation under common automotive environmental conditions. This makes it ideal for manufacturing automotive skins, body parts and other components exposed to harsh environments.
Lightweight: compared with traditional steel, 6061 aluminum alloy has a lower density, so it is lighter in weight. This lightweight feature allows the car to reduce overall weight, improve fuel economy, and improve vehicle handling.Quick Quote
Ease of processing: 6061 aluminum alloy has good processing properties, including forging, machining and welding. This gives it an advantage when making complex-shaped auto parts, such as wheels, chassis connectors and key components of the steering system.
Good heat treatment response: 6061 aluminum alloy can be strengthened by heat treatment process to improve its strength and hardness. This enables it to provide better performance in applications requiring higher strength, such as engine blocks and drivetrain components.
Uses of 6061 T6, T4 aluminum forging for auto
Engine parts: 6061 aluminum forgings can be used to make engine parts such as cylinder heads, crankcases, intake manifolds and radiators. These components need to be high-strength, heat- and corrosion-resistant, while being lightweight to improve engine efficiency and fuel economy.
Body structural parts: 6061 aluminum forgings can be used for car body structural parts, such as door frames, roof beams and side impact beams. These components need to have sufficient rigidity and strength to ensure that the body provides effective protection in the event of a collision and to reduce the overall weight of the vehicle.
Chassis components: 6061 aluminum forgings can be used to manufacture chassis components such as control arms, suspension connectors and brake calipers. These parts need to have excellent strength, rigidity and corrosion resistance to ensure the safety and reliability of the vehicle when handling and braking.
Wheels: 6061 aluminum forgings can be used to make lightweight wheels to reduce the unsprung mass of the vehicle and improve fuel economy and handling performance. Aluminum forged wheels generally have high strength and rigidity, while providing good durability and appearance quality.
Steering system: 6061 aluminum alloy forgings can be used to manufacture key components of the steering system, such as steering arms, steering rods and steering knuckles. These components require high strength, fatigue resistance and precise machining to ensure the reliability and precise handling of the steering system.
Heat dissipation system: 6061 aluminum forged parts can be used to manufacture automotive heat dissipation system components, such as radiators and cooling fans. Aluminum forged parts can provide good heat conduction performance to effectively dissipate the heat generated by the engine to maintain the normal operating temperature of the engine.
The difference between 6061 forgings T4 and T6
T6 treatment involves keeping 6061 aluminum alloy at high temperatures for a period before undergoing artificial aging. This process induces substantial precipitation hardening throughout the alloy's structure, thereby enhancing its tensile and yield strengths. Specifically, 6061 aluminum alloy treated with T6 typically exhibits approximately 310 MPa of tensile strength and 276 MPa of yield strength, with a failure elongation rate of 12%.
In contrast, T4 treatment is a less common heat treatment standard. It includes heating 6061 aluminum alloy to higher temperatures and then subjecting it to prolonged natural aging under ambient conditions. This treatment method, compared to T6, imparts better ductility to the alloy but sacrifices some strength. After T4 treatment, 6061 aluminum alloy typically has a tensile strength not exceeding 210 MPa, a yield strength not exceeding 110 MPa, yet a fracture elongation rate as high as 16%.
Therefore, for applications requiring higher strength, such as components subjected to high stress and loads, T6-treated 6061 aluminum alloy is typically chosen. Conversely, for applications demanding greater plastic deformation and ductility, such as parts requiring complex shaping or bending, T4-treated alloy may be more suitable.
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