Tube
Kaiser Aluminum is a world class leader in drawn seamless aluminum tubing for general engineering. Kaiser Aluminum offers tube products specially tailored for the general engineering market. Tube can be created from the following alloy selections:
1100, 3003, 5052, 6061, 6063
1100
The purest of the aluminum alloys. This alloy is typically used in applications requiring maximum ductility and relatively low strength. Good corrosion resistance, workability and weldability.
3003
One of the Manganese alloys. Typically used for condensers and heat exchangers in chemical equipment and pressure vessels. Good corrosion resistance, workability and weldability.
5052
One of the Magnesium alloys. Typically used in hydraulic tube and appliance applications. Good corrosion resistance and good weldability.
6061
Generally selected where welding or brazing is required or for its high corrosion resistance in all tempers. Formability is excellent in O temper and good in the T4 temper. Machining is more difficult when compared to the other machining alloys. Corrosion resistance and appearance after anodizing are superior.
6063
Magnesium/Silicon alloy. One of the most popular of the Heat Treatable alloy group. Products include Extruded and Drawn Tube, Pipe, Rod, Bar and Profiles. Good corrosion resistance, good weldability and good anodizing response.