EN AW-6026LF
EN AW-6026LF – LEAD-FREE
EN AW-6026LF belongs to the group of heat treatable alloys. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out a heat treatment such as solution annealing followed by artificial aging. Only then can the alloy develop its full potential. This alloy is used in the automotive industry and for rail vehicles, among other applications. It is corrosion resistant, well suited for anodizing and demonstrates a high degree of strength. 6026LF was developed with particular attention to very good machinability without the addition of lead.
EN AW-6026LF applications
Due to EN AW-6026LF’s excellent machining properties, it is mainly used in areas where high machining speeds are required (e.g. automotive industry).
Application areas
- Architecture
- Automotive industry
- Rail cars
Molds (cold dimensions)
| Ø 159 mm | Ø 177 mm | Ø 201 mm |
| Ø 215 mm | Ø 227 mm | Ø 252 mm |
| Ø 278 mm | Ø 314 mm | Ø 350 mm |
| Ø 372 mm | Ø 424 mm | Ø 434 mm |
| Ø 518 mm | Ø 607 mm | Ø 682 mm |
| Ø 750 mm* | Ø 930 mm | Ø 1150 mm* |
Turned billets
We currently offer all diameters from 140 – 650 mm. From Q2 2023, we will be able to offer diameters up to 1,100 mm.
Mechanical properties
There is no standard for cast round rods (cast billets/bolts) that defines mechanical properties. A Brinell hardness of approx. 56 HBW in its homogenized state serves as a reference value for the cast material. The homogenized state („O3“ in accordance with EN 515) is comparable to the “soft annealed” state („O“) for extruded products. The final strength is adjusted by our customers‘ forming processes and/or heat treatments.
Overview of all technical data and facts about EN AW-6026LF
Larger diameters up to 1,100 mm, more sophisticated alloys, new compositions: LEICHTMETALL is continuously pushing the limits of technical possibilities.
Customer-specific solutions …
We will also be happy to adapt the analysis specifications to your highly individual processing and quality requirements on request. Various chemical compositions can be realized, as well as very pure alloys containing only small amounts of certain elements, such as sodium, calcium or beryllium. We are looking forward to your request!
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