1060 aluminum belongs to the 1000 series of pure aluminum, with an aluminum content of 99.6%. It is similar to 1050 aluminum plate, with the main difference being in purity and specific applications.
1060 aluminum is a pure aluminum alloy in the 1000 series. Its characteristics include high aluminum content, typically around 99.6% pure aluminum. This alloy is known for its excellent corrosion resistance, good thermal and electrical conductivity, and high machinability.
1060 is commonly used in applications requiring these properties, such as chemical processing, electrical applications, and lightweight structural components. However, it is not as strong as other aluminum alloys and is not suitable for applications requiring high strength.
1060 aluminum sheet contains 99.6% aluminum and is also called pure aluminum sheet. It can fully meet the conventional processing requirements (stamping, stretching) and has high formability.
The copper content of 1060 aluminum alloy is 0.05%, and the conductivity is 55% IACS, which is an ideal conductive material.
1060 aluminum has relatively low strength. It is known for its excellent welding characteristics and formability as well as good corrosion resistance. It cannot be hardened by heat treatment.
1. High Purity
2. Good Machinability
3. Lightweight
4. Good Corrosion Resistance
5. High Electrical Conductivity
UNS A91060, Aluminium 1060, AA1060, Al1060
| Alloy | 1060 |
| Temper | O, H12, H14, H16, H18, H22, H24, H26, H32, H112 |
| Thickness | 0.1-500mm, Common 0.5mm, 1mm, 2mm, 3mm, 5mm, 1/8 inch； |
| Width | 100mm – 2600mm, customize |
| Length | customize |
| Technical | hot rolled ( DC ), cold rolling ( CC ), cast |
| Property | Description |
| Machinability | Fair to poor, improved in harder (cold worked) tempers like H16 and H18; use carbide or high-speed steel tooling; lubricants recommended but some cutting can be done dry. |
| Forming | Excellent forming capability by both cold or hot working using commercial techniques. |
| Welding | Can be welded by standard commercial methods; if filler rod is needed, use AL 1060; trial and error may be required for resistance welding. |
| Heat Treatment | Does not harden by heat treatment; may be annealed after cold working. |
| Forging | Can be forged in the temperature range of 950 to 700°F. |
| Hot Working | Can be hot worked in the range of 900 to 500°F. |
| Cold Working | Excellent cold working characteristics; can be readily cold worked by all conventional methods. |
| Annealing | May be annealed at 650°F followed by air cooling. |
| Aging | Not applicable. |
| Tempering | Not applicable. |
| Hardening | Hardens only from cold working; tempers H12, H14, H16, H18 determined by the amount of cold work. |
| Elements | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Mg | Cr | Zn | Ti | Others | Al |
| Content (max) | 0.25 | 0.35 | 0.05 | 0.03 | 0.03 | - | 0.05 | 0.03 | 0.15 | Remain |
| Alloy Temper | Specified | Tensile | Yield | Elongation(%) |
| Thickness(in.) | strength(ksi) | strength(ksi) | ||
| 1060-O(annealed) | 0.006-0.019 | 8.0-14.0 | 2.5 | Min15 |
| 0.020-0.050 | Min22 | |||
| 0.051-3.000 | Min25 | |||
| 1060-H12/1060-H22 | 0.017-0.050 | 11.0-16.0 | 9 | Min6 |
| 0.051-2.000 | Min12 | |||
| 1060-H14/1060-H24 | 0.006-0.019 | 12.0-17.0 | 10 | Min1 |
| 0.020-0.050 | Min5 | |||
| 0.051-1.000 | Min10 | |||
| 1060-H16/1060-H26 | 0.006-0.019 | 14.0-19.0 | 11 | Min1 |
| 0.020-0.050 | Min4 | |||
| 0.051-0.162 | Min5 | |||
| 1060-H18/1060-H28 | 0.006-0.019 | Min16.0 | Min12.0 | Min1 |
| 0.020-0.050 | Min3 | |||
| 0.051-0.128 | Min4 | |||
| 1060-H112 | 0.250-0.499 | Min11.0 | Min7.0 | Min10 |
| 0.500-1.000 | Min10.0 | Min5.0 | Min20 | |
| 1.001-3.000 | Min9.0 | Min4.0 | Min25 |
1060 aluminum plate is widely used in products that do not require high strength.
1060 aluminum plate is widely used in signs, billboards, building exterior decoration, bus bodies, high-rise buildings and factory wall decoration, kitchen sinks, lamp holders, fan blades, electronic parts, chemical equipment, mechanical parts, thin plate deep drawing or spinning concave parts, welded parts, heat exchangers, watch surfaces and plates, nameplates, kitchen utensils, decorations, reflective equipment, making automotive insulation boards, chemical and ship equipment, etc.
| Application | Description |
| 1060 Aluminum for Curtain Wall Panel | 1060 Aluminum for curtain wall panels is durable and corrosion-resistant, making it ideal for sleek and modern building facades. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Ventilation Duct | 1060 Aluminum for ventilation ducts, particularly in the H24 alloy, offers excellent thermal conductivity and rust resistance. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Stamping Parts | 1060 Aluminum for stamping parts is highly malleable, making it suitable for precision-stamped components. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Busbar | 1060 Aluminum for busbars provides excellent electrical conductivity, making it ideal for electrical busbars. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Aluminum-Based Copper-Clad Plate | 1060 Aluminum for aluminum-based copper-clad plates combines lightweight aluminum with conductive copper for specialized applications. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Disinfection Cabinet Liner | 1060 Aluminum for disinfection cabinet liners, with a thickness of 0.3mm, is a thin, corrosion-resistant plate used for easy cleaning in disinfection cabinets. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Automotive Parts | 1060 Aluminum for automotive parts is lightweight and durable, making it ideal for use in various automotive components. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Anti-Theft Bottle Cap | 1060 Aluminum for anti-theft bottle caps is made from a stamping plate in the H24 condition, designed for easy stamping and durability. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Five Ribs Pattern | 1060 Aluminum for five ribs pattern features a ribbed design for improved traction and slip resistance, used in flooring and safety applications. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Decorative Plate | 1060 Aluminum for decorative plates is used for aesthetic purposes, offering a sleek appearance for various decorative applications. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Carriage Floor | 1060 Aluminum for carriage floors provides a strong, durable surface resistant to wear and tear. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Lamps | 1060 Aluminum for lamps is hot-rolled, ideal for lamp housings due to its heat dissipation properties and ease of shaping. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Kitchenware | 1060 Aluminum for kitchenware is lightweight and corrosion-resistant, suitable for various kitchen utensils and cookware. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Anti-Slip Pattern | 1060 Aluminum for anti-slip pattern features an anti-slip surface that enhances safety in high foot traffic areas. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Mask Nose Clips | 1060 Aluminum for mask nose clips is used to create flexible and comfortable nose clips for face masks. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Bottle Cap | 1060 Aluminum for bottle caps is thin and durable, making it ideal for bottle caps due to ease of manufacturing and sealing. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Heat Sink | 1060 Aluminum for heat sinks provides effective heat dissipation in electronic components, improving performance and longevity. |
| 1060 Aluminum for CTP Base | 1060 Aluminum for CTP base material serves as a base for computer-to-plate (CTP) printing processes, ensuring high-quality prints. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Automobile Insulation Board | 1060 Aluminum for automobile insulation boards offers excellent thermal insulation properties for automotive applications. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Capacitor Shell | 1060 Aluminum for capacitor shells provides protective and conductive casing for capacitors in electronic devices. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Outdoor Billboard | 1060 Aluminum for outdoor billboards is durable and weather-resistant, making it ideal for creating long-lasting outdoor advertisements. |
| 1060 Aluminum for PCB Circuit Board Substrate | 1060 Aluminum for PCB circuit board substrates is used as a base for printed circuit boards (PCBs), providing excellent thermal and electrical conductivity. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Pipeline Insulation | 1060 Aluminum for pipeline insulation offers effective protection and insulation for pipelines in industrial applications. |
| 1060 Aluminum for Mirror Plate | 1060 Aluminum for mirror plates features a reflective surface, ideal for applications requiring a mirror-like finish. |
Both 1050 and 1060 aluminum are well-suited for applications requiring high purity, good corrosion resistance, and excellent machinability. However, 1060 is the preferred choice for applications that demand higher electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance.
| Property | 1050 Aluminum | 1060 Aluminum |
| Aluminum Content | Minimum 99.5% | Minimum 99.6% |
| Other Elements | Small amounts of iron (up to 0.40%) | Very low amounts of other elements |
| Strength | Slightly lower | Slightly higher |
| Workability | Good machinability; excellent forming characteristics | Excellent machinability; excellent forming characteristics |
| Corrosion Resistance | Good, but slightly lower than 1060 | Better, especially in atmospheric environments |
| Thermal Conductivity | Good | Higher |
| Electrical Conductivity | Good, but lower than 1060 | Higher (around 55% IACS) |
| Common Applications | Heat exchangers, chemical containers, decorative uses | Electrical conductors, chemical processing, decorative elements |
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