Aluminum EN AC-43200-T6
Temper
EN AC-43200
T6 = solution heat treated and artificially aged
Choose when maximum strength and hardness are needed from sand or permanent-mould castings; ductility stays low and distortion from quenching must be allowed for.
Values for the T6 condition
Other EN AC-43200 tempers and conditions
EN AC-43200 is listed in 4 conditions; see the grade overview at EN AC-43200.
Compare all 4 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FDefault As fabricated | Standard as-cast condition for general-purpose housings and brackets where cost and dimensional stability matter more than peak strength. | 100 | 190 | 2 | 60 HB | 37 % IACS |
Cooled from hot working and artificially aged | Low-distortion age-only treatment used mainly on die castings to raise hardness and stabilise dimensions without a solution quench. | 130 | 200 | 1.5 | 70 HB | 38 % IACS |
Solution heat treated and under-aged | Under-aged compromise giving somewhat better elongation and impact toughness than T6 at moderately reduced strength. | 150 | 210 | 3 | 75 HB | 31 % IACS |
T6This page Solution heat treated and artificially aged | Choose when maximum strength and hardness are needed from sand or permanent-mould castings; ductility stays low and distortion from quenching must be allowed for. | 220 | 260 | 1.5 | 90 HB | 39 % IACS |
What is EN AC-43200-T6?
EN AC-43200-T6 is EN AC-43200 in the T6 temper — choose when maximum strength and hardness are needed from sand or permanent-mould castings; ductility stays low and distortion from quenching must be allowed for. EN AC-43200-T6 has a yield strength of 220 MPa (31.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 260 MPa (37.7 ksi) — stronger than 59% of aluminum grades. Elongation at break is 1.5% and the elastic modulus is 73 GPa (10.6 Msi). EN AC-43200-T6 has a density of 2.65 g/cm³ (0.0957 lb/in³), lighter than 90% of aluminum grades. It melts at 555°C (1,031 °F). F is the default condition FabDigit quotes; T6 is available on request or by drawing note.
Advantages
- Low embodied carbon — 10 kg CO₂/kg, better than 95% of aluminum grades
Limitations
- Limited ductility — 1.5%, worse than 91% of aluminum grades
- Low fracture toughness — 17 MPa·√m (15.5 ksi·√in), worse than 83% of aluminum grades
- Limited formability — 10/100, worse than 80% of aluminum grades
EN AC-43200-T6 properties
Typical room-temperature values for EN AC-43200-T6; 41 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are EN AC-43200 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among aluminum grades.
Physical3
EN AC-43200-T6 has a density of 2.65 g/cm³ (0.0957 lb/in³), lighter than 90% of aluminum grades. It melts at 555°C (1,031 °F).
Mechanical14
EN AC-43200-T6 has a yield strength of 220 MPa (31.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 260 MPa (37.7 ksi) — stronger than 59% of aluminum grades. Elongation at break is 1.5% and the elastic modulus is 73 GPa (10.6 Msi).
Thermal6
EN AC-43200-T6 is rated for continuous service to 150°C (302 °F). It conducts heat at 150 W/m·K (86.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 58% of aluminum grades. Thermal expansion is 21 µm/m·K (11.7 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
EN AC-43200-T6 conducts electricity at 39 % IACS, better than 65% of aluminum grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is fair (52/100), worse than 55% of aluminum grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of EN AC-43200-T6 takes about 155 MJ of energy and emits 10 kg of CO₂ — less than 94% of aluminum grades. Typical recycled content is 70%.
Manufacturability8
EN AC-43200-T6's machinability is good (58/100, worse than 54% of aluminum grades); weldability good (55/100); formability not recommended (10/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with EN AC-43200-T6
Is EN AC-43200 easy to machine?
Machines well with PCD or coated carbide at high speed; the eutectic silicon is abrasive, so use rigid setups, sharp positive-rake tools and copious coolant.
Can EN AC-43200 be welded?
Weldable by TIG/MIG with 4043/AlSi12 filler, but the copper content raises hot-cracking risk and porosity from entrapped gas makes die castings generally unsuitable for fusion welding.
Can EN AC-43200 be formed, bent or molded?
Excellent fluidity and low hot-tearing tendency for sand, permanent-mould and pressure die casting; design uniform sections and adequate feeding to avoid shrinkage porosity — cold forming is not possible.
What surface finishes work on EN AC-43200?
Takes hard/protective anodizing with a dark grey appearance; chromate/phosphate conversion coats, powder coating and painting are the usual routes for corrosion protection.
EN AC-43200 chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| Si | 9 – 11 | 10 |
| Fehigher limit permitted for pressure die casting | ≤ 0.65 | 0.35 |
| Cudeliberate Cu addition distinguishes this grade from EN AC-43000 | ≤ 0.35 | 0.2 |
| Mn | ≤ 0.55 | 0.3 |
| Mgprovides Mg2Si age-hardening response | 0.2 – 0.45 | 0.3 |
| Ni | ≤ 0.15 | — |
| Zn | ≤ 0.35 | — |
| Pb | ≤ 0.15 | — |
| Sn | ≤ 0.05 | — |
| Tigrain refinement | ≤ 0.2 | 0.1 |
| Others (each) | ≤ 0.05 | — |
| Others (total) | ≤ 0.15 | — |
| Al | balance | — |
EN AC-43200-T6 — frequently asked
What is EN AC-43200-T6 used for?
EN AC-43200-T6 is typically used for die-cast housings, brackets and automotive gearbox components. In short: copper-boosted AlSi10Mg; higher strength, lower corrosion; die-casting workhorse.
What is the yield strength of EN AC-43200-T6?
EN AC-43200-T6 has a typical yield strength of 220 MPa (31.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 260 MPa (37.7 ksi) — stronger than 59% of aluminum grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 4 listed tempers.
Is EN AC-43200-T6 easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated good (58/100, worse than 54% of aluminum grades). Machines well with PCD or coated carbide at high speed; the eutectic silicon is abrasive, so use rigid setups, sharp positive-rake tools and copious coolant.
Can EN AC-43200-T6 be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated good (55/100). Weldable by TIG/MIG with 4043/AlSi12 filler, but the copper content raises hot-cracking risk and porosity from entrapped gas makes die castings generally unsuitable for fusion welding.
What surface finishes work on EN AC-43200-T6?
Takes hard/protective anodizing with a dark grey appearance; chromate/phosphate conversion coats, powder coating and painting are the usual routes for corrosion protection.
Can EN AC-43200-T6 be formed, bent or molded?
Excellent fluidity and low hot-tearing tendency for sand, permanent-mould and pressure die casting; design uniform sections and adequate feeding to avoid shrinkage porosity — cold forming is not possible.
What is the maximum service temperature of EN AC-43200-T6?
EN AC-43200-T6 is rated for continuous use to about 150°C (302 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between EN AC-43200-F and EN AC-43200-T6?
F is the default condition — standard as-cast condition for general-purpose housings and brackets where cost and dimensional stability matter more than peak strength. T6: choose when maximum strength and hardness are needed from sand or permanent-mould castings; ductility stays low and distortion from quenching must be allowed for. Yield strength is 100 MPa in F versus 220 MPa in T6.
Sources
- EN 1706 — Aluminium and aluminium alloys — Castings — Chemical composition and mechanical properties — CEN (2020)
- ASM Handbook Vol.2 — Properties and Selection: Nonferrous Alloys and Special-Purpose Materials — ASM International (1990)
- ASM Handbook Vol.15 — Casting — ASM International (2008)
- ASM Handbook Vol.13B — Corrosion: Materials — ASM International (2005)
- GB/T 1173 (comparable ZL104/ZL101A grades) (2013)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.