1060 Aluminum

What is 1060 Aluminum?

1060 aluminum belongs to the 1000 series of commercial pure aluminum, with an aluminum content ≥99.6%. It cannot be strengthened by heat treatment but can enhance strength through cold working hardening. Core characteristics include high purity, excellent electrical/thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and superior formability, though with low strength. It is widely used in non-structural and lightweight applications.

Benefits

• Electrical Conductivity: 55% IACS (55% of pure copper), suitable for power transmission.
• Thermal Conductivity: 234 W/m·K, used in radiators and heat exchangers.
• Corrosion Resistance: Protected by a natural oxide film, adapting to humid/chemical environments.
• Formability: O temper allows deep drawing and spinning; H18 temper has high strength but poor plasticity.

Worthwill's Standard 1060 Product Specifications

Worthwill's standard 1060 aluminum products (Sheet and Plate, Coil and Strip, Circle and Disc) comply with international standards such as ASTM B209, ASTM B210, and EN 573. All specifications support customization!

1060 Aluminum Sheet/Plate

• Thickness: 0.1 mm - 500 mm
• Width: 20 mm - 2640 mm
• Length: Up to 10,000 mm
• Common tempers: O (Annealed), H12, H14, H18, H24, etc.

1060 Aluminum Coil/Strip

• Thickness: 0.1 mm - 500 mm
• Width: 20 mm - 2640 mm
• Length: Up to 10,000 mm
• Common tempers: O (Annealed), H12, H14, H18, H24, etc.

1060 Aluminum Circle/Disc

• Thickness: 0.36 mm - 5 mm
• Diameter: 120 mm - 1000 mm
• Shapes: Round, rectangular, elliptical
• Tempers: O, H12, H14
• Applications: Cookware (e.g., frying pans), lamp reflectors, signages.

1060 Aluminum Physical Properties

• Density: 2.7 g/cm³
• Melting Point: 649°C (≈1200°F)
• Thermal Conductivity: 234 W/m·K (25°C)
• Electrical Conductivity: ~62% of pure copper (55% IACS)
• Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 23.6×10⁻⁶/°C (20-100°C)

1060 Aluminum Chemical Composition (Max. wt.%)

1060 Aluminum Mechanical Properties

1060 Aluminum Machinability

• Cutting: Poor in soft temper (O), improved in hard tempers (e.g., H16, H18). Use carbide tools and lubrication.
• Forming: Excellent cold/hot working performance, suitable for deep drawing and bending.
• Welding: Compatible with standard methods (TIG, MIG); recommend 1060 aluminum as filler.
• Heat Treatment: Non-heat-treatable; annealing (343°C air cooling) restores plasticity after cold working.

1060 Aluminum Processing Technology

Processing Flow

1. Raw material refining
2. Smelting and casting
3. Hot rolling
4. Cold rolling
5. Stretching and straightening
6. Surface treatment (e.g., anodizing, coating)

Process Characteristics

• Annealing: Rapid annealing (350-410°C) and high-temperature annealing (350-500°C) optimize formability.
• Cold Working Strengthening: Strength increases via cold rolling (e.g., H12, H14), but ductility decreases.
• Surface Treatment Adaptability: Can be anodized, painted, polished, or coated to enhance corrosion resistance and aesthetics.

Standards for 1060 Aluminum by Worthwill

• International: ASTM B209, ASTM B210, EN 573, EN 485, ISO 6361.
• Domestic: GB/T 3880.1-2006.
• Others: AMS 4001, AMS 4003, UNS A91060.

1060 Aluminum Equivalent Designations

1060 Aluminum Surface Treatments and Corresponding Products

Mirror Polishing

1060 mirror aluminum plates for high-end decoration and lamp reflectors.

Anodizing

Enhances corrosion resistance and aesthetics, suitable for building curtain walls and electronic casings.

Embossing

1060 embossed plates,1060 tread sheet (e.g., five-rib pattern) for anti-slip floors and ship decks.

Color Coating

PE coated, PVDF-coated plates for building exteriors and billboards, with high weather resistance.

Perforation

1060 perforated plates for acoustic decoration and filtration materials.

How to Choose 1060 Aluminum

Electrical Equipment

• Application Needs: Select O or H14 for architectural decoration, high-purity O for electrical components, and H18 for structural parts.
• Specifications: Determine thickness, width, and length (e.g., 0.4-0.8mm for cookware, 1-3mm for curtain walls).
• Surface Treatment: Choose anodizing or coating for outdoor use, mirror polishing for decoration.
• Processing Methods:
  • Deep drawing/spinning: O temper
  • Stamping/bending: H14/H24
  • High-precision cutting: H18/H28
• Environmental Adaptability:
  • Humid/chemical environments: H14/H24 (protected by oxide film)
  • High-temperature scenarios: H112 (more stable in hot-rolled state)
• Cost Control:
  • Low-strength needs: O/H12 (low processing cost)
  • High-strength needs: H18/H28 (high material utilization)

Applications of 1060 Aluminum

• Construction: Curtain walls, roofing, billboards, interior decorative panels.
• Electrical/Electronics: Cable conductors, battery flexible connections, heat sinks, PCB substrates.
• Transportation: Automotive insulation panels, railway tank cars, bus bodies.
• Daily Products: Cookware, lamps, decorative parts, bottle caps.
• Chemical Equipment: Storage tanks, pipes, corrosion-resistant components.

1060 Aluminum Inventory List

1060 Aluminum Quality Control

Worthwill uses raw materials with aluminum content ≥99.6%, strictly limiting impurities (e.g., Fe ≤0.35%, Si ≤0.25%) to meet ASTM B209 and GB/T 3880 standards. Raw materials undergo spectrometer testing before storage to verify chemical composition (e.g., trace elements like Cu, Mn, Mg).

Production Process Control

• Melting and Casting: Inert gas protection during smelting to reduce oxide inclusions.
• Hot/Cold Rolling: Hot rolling at 900–500°F, cold rolling precision ±0.02mm, annealing at 650°F for H12-H28 tempers.

Testing and Certification

• Properties and Chemical Composition: Analyzed by ICP-OES, compliant with UNS A91060.
• Surface Quality:
  • Visual inspection for no white rust/oil spots; thick plates (≥0.5mm) have burr-free edges.
  • Mirror plates have roughness Ra ≤0.1μm (measured by roughness tester).
• Certifications: ISO 9001 system, supporting ASTM/EN/GB standards and SGS third-party testing.

Quality Exception Handling

• Traceability: Unique batch codes (traceable to melting/rolling/testing data).
• Response Time: Root cause analysis (RCA) and resolution within 48 hours for exceptions.

Why Choose Us

• Cost Advantage: Mature production processes, lower prices than high-end alloys, high cost-effectiveness.
• Ample Inventory: Full-specification stock, supports small-batch purchases (MOQ 1 piece), delivery within 7 days.
• Quality Assurance: Compliant with ASTM, EN, and other international standards, providing QC reports.
• Customization: Supports customization of thickness, width, and surface treatment to meet personalized needs.
• Efficient Delivery: In-house production lines, flexible inventory allocation, urgent orders shipped within 3-5 working days.