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.
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 |