Introduction
1060 Aluminium Sheet Plate, known for its excellent formability, high corrosion resistance, and good thermal and electrical conductivity, is a commercially pure aluminum alloy with a minimum aluminum content of 99.6%. This article delves into the specifications, mechanical properties, applications, and comparisons with other alloys, making it an essential resource for manufacturers and wholesalers.
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1. Specifications of 1060 Aluminium Sheet Plate
1.1 General Specifications
Specification |
Description |
State |
O, H24, H48, H14, H12 |
Thickness |
0.2mm – 6.0mm (8mil – 240mil) |
Width |
100mm – 2000mm (4 inches – 78 inches) |
Length |
up to 6000 mm (240 in) |
Surface Treatment |
Satin finish, bright finish, brushed, embossed |
Pattern |
Stucco, diamond, etc. |
Standard |
ASTM B209, EN573-1, GB/T3880.1-2012 |
Equivalent to |
AA 1060, UNS A91060, ISO Al99.6 |
1.2 Mechanical Properties
Property |
Value (H14 Temper) |
Value (O Temper) |
Tensile Strength |
83.0 – 115 MPa |
55.0 – 95.0 MPa |
Yield Strength |
>= 70.0 MPa |
>= 17.0 MPa |
Elongation at Break |
1.0 – 10 % |
15 – 25 % |
Modulus of Elasticity |
68.9 GPa (10000 ksi) |
68.9 GPa (10000 ksi) |
2. Applications of 1060 Aluminium Sheet Plate
2.1 Industrial Applications
Application |
Description |
Automobile Heat Shield |
Utilizes reflective insulation principles. |
LED Lighting |
High thermal conductivity makes it ideal for LED lamp cups. |
PS/CTP Plate Base |
Improves efficiency and quality in plate-making and printing production. |
Heat Sink |
Easy to process and relatively cheap, commonly used in heat dissipation applications. |
2.2 Consumer Goods
Application |
Description |
Kitchen Utensils |
Lightweight, fast heat transfer, and convenient use. |
Mirror Aluminium |
Used in lighting reflectors, solar heat collection, and various decorative applications. |
Tread Plate |
Common anti-skid plate with high performance and service life. |
3. Chemical Composition of 1060 Aluminium Sheet Plate
Element |
Composition (%) |
Aluminum |
99.60 min |
Copper |
0.05 max |
Iron |
0.35 max |
Magnesium |
0.03 max |
Manganese |
0.03 max |
Silicon |
0.25 max |
Titanium |
0.03 max |
Vanadium |
0.05 max |
Zinc |
0.05 max |
Other |
0.15 max |
4. Comparisons with Other Alloys
4.1 1060 vs 1050 Aluminium Plate
Attribute |
1060 Aluminium Plate |
1050 Aluminium Plate |
Aluminum Content |
99.60% min |
99.50% min |
Silicon Content |
Present |
Absent |
Tensile Strength |
Slightly higher |
Lower |
Application Suitability |
Similar to 1050 |
Similar to 1060 |
4.2 1060 vs 6061 Aluminium Plate
Attribute |
1060 Aluminium Plate |
6061 Aluminium Alloy |
Composition |
99.6% Aluminum |
Aluminium, Magnesium, Silicon |
Strength |
Lower |
Higher |
Hardness |
Lower |
Higher |
Weldability |
Easier |
More difficult |
Common Applications |
Electrical components, kitchen utensils |
Aircraft components, automotive parts |
5. Stock Availability
5.1 Plate Stock
Alloy Status |
Specifications (Thickness x Width x Length) |
Common Uses |
1060/H18 |
0.18 x 826 x 657 |
Ordinary plate |
1060/H14 |
0.26 x 810 x 900 |
Bottle cap material |
1060/O |
0.3 x 80 x C |
Power battery case |
5.2 Coil Stock
Alloy Status |
Specifications (Thickness x Width x Length) |
Common Uses |
1060/H18 |
0.75 x 1058 x 1258 |
Ordinary plate |
1060/O |
1.9 x 1250 x C |
Coiled material |