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Aluminum rectangular tubing

Aluminum rectangular tubing

Aluminum rectangular tubing

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I am trying to find Aluminum rectangular tubing that is about 4" x 2" and has a generous wall thickness.  I would prefer 6061-T6, however at this point any type and temper would do.  

Does anyone out there have a material data sheet for someting meeting these specs.  I am guessing that the shapes for aluminum rectangular tubing might be in an aluminum design manual.

Thanks

weron4u

RE: Aluminum rectangular tubing

The only vendor I am aware of that has 2 x 4 x 1/4 (6063-T52) tubing is Vincent Metal Goods headquartered in Minneapolis. Aluminum rectangular tubing is generally 6063-T52. The Aluminum Association's Aluminum Design Manual has the data you are looking for. Referring to 6063-T5 specs; Yield in Tension is 21ksi, Modulus is 10000000 psi. Allowables can be found in the  manual. Note that if you have loads within an inch of a weld there is a substantial reduction in your allowables.

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