Can 6061 aluminum be cast?
Can 6061 aluminum be cast?
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Can 6061 aluminum be cast?
Whats the typical range of pressure and temperature, that 6061 forged at?
Whats the typical range of pressure and temperature, that 6061 forged at?
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RE: Can 6061 aluminum be cast?
Forging temperature for 6061 is reported as 810-900F (432-482C)
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RE: Can 6061 aluminum be cast?
Now, if you want to make a near-net shape part using a standard casting process like sand casting, gravity die casting, etc., then you will encounter problems.
As always, the more information you provide, the more helpful the replies will be.
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Cory
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RE: Can 6061 aluminum be cast?
They have very high yeilds and tensiles thru heat treat.
RE: Can 6061 aluminum be cast?
RE: Can 6061 aluminum be cast?
we use it for almost all high strenght apps we run into
But it will srink if you do not no how to rigg the pattern!
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