6061 aluminum plate
Size
Width × length (inches)
Prices for 1 piece, before the $90 order minimum
$63.85for 1 piece
Updated Sep 6
Cutting included. Orders under $90 are billed at the $90 order minimum. Shipping and tax extra.
T651 plate and T6511 bar
6061 combines moderate strength, corrosion resistance and machinability for general structural parts, fixtures and housings. T651 plate is solution heat treated, stress relieved by stretching and artificially aged. T6511 is the designation used for extruded bar.
The stretching step distinguishes T651 plate from plain T6. It reduces residual stress before machining; the drawing’s temper requirement still determines which material to select.
Machining and applications
Use sharp tools and effective chip evacuation for deep pockets. Cutting fluid can help finish and heavy cuts. Workholding and the amount and sequence of material removal affect movement.
- Machined brackets, mounting plates and housings
- Fixtures, jigs and mold bases
- Marine hardware and general industrial components
Specification references
AMS 4027 covers 6061-T6 sheet and T651 plate. AMS-QQ-A-250/11 and ASTM B209 are other sheet and plate references; ASTM B221 applies to extruded bar and shapes. Match the form, temper, thickness and required revision to the supplied mill certification.