Hemi Metals, located in Hamilton, New Zealand, stands out as a top-notch manufacturer and supplier of high-quality Aluminium 6083 Forgings. Known for its precision engineering and strong production capabilities, Hemi Metals provides products that adhere to the highest international standards. Aluminium 6083 Forgings are praised for their remarkable strength-to-weight ratio, resistance to corrosion, and excellent weldability, making them perfect for tough industrial and structural applications. By utilizing advanced forging techniques and maintaining strict quality control, Hemi Metals guarantees consistent performance, reliability, and durability, catering to industries that demand high-performance aluminium solutions.
The composition of Aluminium 6083 Forgings mainly includes aluminium with magnesium (0.6–1.2%) and silicon (0.6–1.3%), along with small amounts of iron, manganese, and zinc. This alloy boasts impressive mechanical properties, featuring a high tensile strength of around 275–310 MPa and a yield strength of 140–260 MPa, depending on the heat treatment process. It also offers good elongation (8–12%), excellent corrosion resistance, and outstanding fatigue strength. With its thermal conductivity, dimensional stability, and resistance to stress cracking, it’s well-suited for structural components and critical engineering applications where reliability under load and environmental exposure is crucial.
Standards : ASTM B247, B247
Temper : H14
Specification : DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards
Flat bar blocks : up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs.
Cylinders and sleeves : up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length
Discs and hubs : up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs.
Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings : up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length
Rounds, shafts and step shafts : up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs.
Yes, Aluminum 6083 can be forged into thin-walled custom shapes, but it requires precise control of temperature, pressure, and tooling due to its relatively high strength and tendency to harden.
Aluminum 6083 is not ideal for high-temperature forging applications. It has lower strength at elevated temperatures compared to other alloys like 7075, making it unsuitable for such conditions.
Aluminium 6083 Forgings find extensive use in the aerospace, marine, and automotive sectors due to their strength, lightweight characteristics, and corrosion resistance. They are perfect for aircraft structural components, shipbuilding frames, pressure vessels, and high-performance automotive parts. Additionally, they are utilized in architectural applications like window frames, curtain walls, and facades, where both durability and aesthetic appeal matter. Their weldability and machinability also make them ideal for custom engineering components, including pipelines.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Hemi Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Hamilton New Zealand
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