Phehlukwayo Metal, located in Cape Town, South Africa, offers top-notch Aluminium Square Bar Rods that are celebrated for their versatility, durability, and outstanding machinability. These square bars are crafted to exact dimensions and high-quality standards, making them perfect for a variety of industrial and commercial uses. Phehlukwayo Metal serves customers in diverse sectors such as construction, automotive, manufacturing, and general engineering, delivering aluminium square bars that blend lightweight characteristics with strength and resistance to corrosion. The company takes pride in its dependable delivery, exceptional product quality, and tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of its clients.
Typically, aluminium square bars are made from alloys like 6061, 6063, or 6082, striking a great balance between strength, corrosion resistance, and machinability. These bars offer moderate to high tensile strength, generally ranging from 200 to 310 MPa, depending on the alloy and temper. They are non-magnetic, lightweight, and boast excellent resistance to oxidation and weathering. Easy to fabricate, weld, and finish, aluminium square bars are ideal for both structural and decorative purposes. Their consistent cross-section allows for precise machining and fabrication to meet various engineering requirements.
| Alloy | Fe | Si | Mg | Mn | Cu | Zn | Ti | Cr | Others | AI |
| 1100 (min) | 0.35 | 0.25 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.05 | 0.01 | 0.020 | Trace | 0.05 (each) | 99.60% |
| 1100 (max) | 0.50 | 0.35 | 0.03 | 0.05 | 0.20 | 0.05 | 0.030 | Trace | 0.15 (total) | remainder |
| 5083 | 0.40 max | 0.40 max | 4.0 / 4.90 | 0.40 / 1.0 | 0.10 max | 0.25 max | 0.15 max | 0.05 / 0.25 | 0.05 max | Bal |
| 6061 | 0.7 | 0.4-0.8 | 0.8-1.2 | 0.15 | 0.15-0.4 | 0.25 | 0.15 | 0.15-0.35 | 0.005/0.15 | Remainder |
| 6068 | 0.50 max | 0.7 – 1.3 | 0.06-1.20 | 0.40-1.00 | 0.10 max | 0.20 max | 0.10 max | 0.25 max | 0.05 max | Bal |
| 7075 min | 2.10 | 1.20 | 5.10 | 0.18 | ||||||
| 7075 max | 0.50 | 0.40 | 2.90 | 0.30 | 2.00 | 6.10 | 0.20 | 0.28 | 0.05 |
| Alloy | Temper | UTS(Mpa) | % Elongation | Tensile Strength | Hardness Brinell | Proof Stress | Yield Strength (PSI) | Shear Strength (PSI) | Brinell Hardness | |||
| Min | Max | 0.5 mm -0.8 mm | 0.81 mm – 1.30 mm | 1.30 mm – above | ||||||||
| 1100 | O | 75 | 110 | 20 | 25 | 29 | ||||||
| H12 | 95 | 130 | 5 | 6 | 7 | |||||||
| H14 | 110 | 145 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||||||
| H16 | 130 | 165 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |||||||
| H18 | 150 | — | 2 | 2 | 3 | |||||||
| 5083 | 12 Min % | 275 – 350 MPa | 75 HB | 125 Min MPa | ||||||||
| 6061 | – | 45,000 | 12 | 40,000 | 31,000 | 95 | ||||||
| 6082 | 8 | 295 | 95 | – | 240 | – | – | |||||
7075 T6, T651 | 11 | 83-572 | 73- 503 | 150 | ||||||||
7075 T73, T7351 | 13 | 73-503 | 63-434 | NA | ||||||||
| Grade | UNS | USA | Japan | France | ISO | WNR | EN | DIN | ISO | BS (OLD) |
| 1100 | A91100 | AA1100 | JIS A1100P | NF 1100 | Al 99.0 Cu. | – | – | – | – | – |
| 6082 | A96082 | AA6082 | – | – | – | 3.2315 | AW-6082 | AlMgSi1 | AlSi1MgMn | HE30 |
| 5083 | A95083 | 5083 | – | – | AlMg4,5Mn0,7 | 3.3547 | AW-AlMg4,5Mn0,7 | AlMg4,5Mn | – | – |
| 6061 | A96061 | AA6061 | – | – | – | 3.3211 | AW-AlMg1SiCu EN AW-6061 | AlMgSiCu | AlMg1SiCu | HE20 |
| 7075 | A97075 | 7075 | 3.4365 | ENAW-AlZn5.5MgCu EN AW-7075 | AlZnMgCu1.5 | AlZn6MgCu | 7075 L95 L96, V95 |
Yes, aluminum square bars are corrosion-resistant due to the formation of a protective oxide layer on the surface. This layer helps prevent further corrosion in most environmental conditions.
Aluminum square bars perform well in moderate heat but lose strength at high temperatures, typically above 200°C (392°F). They are not ideal for extreme high-temperature environments due to softening and deformation.
Yes, aluminum square rods can be customized in size and length based on specific requirements. Manufacturers offer a range of dimensions and can tailor the rods to meet individual project needs.
Aluminium square bar rods are widely used in construction and architectural projects, serving as frameworks, supports, and decorative trim. In the automotive and aerospace sectors, they are utilized for lightweight structural components, brackets, and fittings. The manufacturing industry relies on these bars for machine parts, tooling, and fixtures that require dimensional accuracy and corrosion resistance. Additionally, they are favored in signage, furniture, and marine equipment due to their impressive strength-to-weight ratio and appealing finish. Aluminium square bars are a versatile choice for applications that demand precision, strength, and reliability.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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