What is Aluminum 6061 Alloy Powder?

Aluminum 6061 Alloy Powder is a fine metallic powder based on Aluminum Alloy 6061, an aluminum-magnesium-silicon alloy known for its excellent mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, weldability, and machinability. It is widely utilized in additive manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and structural applications.

Chemical Properties and CAS Number

• Material: Aluminum Alloy 6061 (Al-Mg-Si Alloy)

• CAS Number: 7429-90-5 (Aluminum)

• Main Alloying Elements: Magnesium (Mg), Silicon (Si), Copper (Cu), Iron (Fe), Chromium (Cr)

• Density: Approximately 2.70 g/cm³

• Melting Range: 582–652°C

• Appearance: Fine, grey metallic powder

• Particle Size: Micron scale, customizable for specific applications

Applications of Aluminum 6061 Alloy Powder

• Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing): Used extensively in selective laser melting (SLM), laser powder bed fusion (LPBF), and other metal 3D printing methods.

• Aerospace & Aviation: Aircraft fittings, frames, structural components, and lightweight aerospace parts.

• Automotive Industry: Engine parts, wheels, frames, structural components, and lightweight chassis components.

• Marine Applications: Marine fittings, components, and corrosion-resistant structures.

• Sporting Equipment: Bike frames, mountain climbing gear, sports equipment requiring high strength-to-weight ratios.

• Electronics & Robotics: Heat sinks, housings, and structural parts.

• Defense & Military: Armor plates, vehicle components, and structural materials.

Pricing of Aluminum 6061 Alloy Powder

Pricing varies according to purity, particle size, and order quantity:

• Research/Laboratory-grade: $100 – $450 per kilogram

• Industrial-grade Bulk Orders: $15 – $90 per kilogram

• Custom Particle Sizes & Special Grades: Pricing available on request

Factors Influencing Pricing

• Purity and precise alloy composition

• Particle size distribution and uniformity

• Manufacturing method (atomization, milling processes)

• Quantity (bulk orders often reduce cost)

• Market availability and logistics costs