Precision ground aluminum tooling plate is finished with a durable satin brush, making it easy to machine and anodize. Precision ground aluminum plate is an improved product that offers 1/2 standard Aluminum Association thickness tolerances on the plus side, and improved flatness tolerances on thicknesses up to 3.0″ and widths up to 60.5″ wide. These improved thickness and flatness tolerances are only offered in the 6061-T651 aluminum plate alloy.
Since 6061 aluminum plate is a wrought product, it’s mechanical and physical properties are superior to cast products. However, cast tool & jig plate is still the flattest aluminum plate product manufactured.
One of the major benefits of opting for 6061 aluminum tooling plate is the versatility of the alloy. Ideal for everything from electronics and agriculture, it can also be used in storage tanks, hydraulic cylinders, pipework, in construction and even for sporting goods. A cost-effective option, 6061 T6 aluminum sheet and related products are popular choices for customers that want a generic option that demonstrates excellent welding potential as well as the ability to be shaped as required. An added advantage of using 6061 aluminum plate is that it is resistant to corrosion – a major benefit if your products are routinely exposed to the weather, moisture or extreme temperature changes.
This particular aluminum plate or precision plate can be used for almost every application or general-purpose project you can imagine. 6061 Alloy is prefect for the following projects:
Pipelines and Welded Assemblies
Architectural and Building Products
Fresh Water Marine and Agricultural Applications
Recreation, Exercise Equipment & Sporting Goods
Electrical and Electronic Components
Furniture, Storage Tanks, and Chemical Equipment
Pneumatic and Hydraulic Cylinder Components
Available 6061 aluminum plate is the standard go-to aluminum for general purpose applications. Silicon and Magnesium are the major alloying element of this heat treatable aluminum alloy. Commonly used in structural applications, it has good formability, weldability, and corrosion resistance. Despite that fact that it might not machine as well as 2024 aluminum and 7075 aluminum, it certainly is used in many machined part applications that don’t require the higher strength levels present in 7075 and 2024.