Aluminum 6360-O vs 6360-T66
Aluminum · 6360 temper comparison
6360-O and 6360-T66 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 6360: O (annealed) versus T66 (T6 with improved mechanical properties). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 6360-T66 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 210 MPa (30.5 ksi) against 50 MPa (7.25 ksi) for 6360-O, about 4.2 times as much; tensile strength follows at 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) vs 105 MPa (15.2 ksi). In exchange, 6360-O is the more ductile: elongation 27% versus 9% for 6360-T66, and 6360-T66 is harder (82 HB vs 28 HB). 6360-O runs hotter in service (200°C vs 150°C continuous) and 6360-O conducts electricity better (58 % IACS vs 52 % IACS). On the shop floor, 6360-T66 machines more easily (good vs poor) and 6360-O welds better (95 vs 85 out of 100).
6360-OChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
6360-T66Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is machined in volume.
6360-O vs 6360-T66: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all aluminum grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all aluminum grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 69 GPa10 Msi · Shear Modulus 26 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 69 GPa10 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.7 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 600°C1,112 °F · Liquidus Temperature 653°C1,207 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 23.4 µm/m·K13 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 393 J/g169 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.83 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 45 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 200 MJ/kg85,985 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 12.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,150 L/kg138 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 40%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every aluminum grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
6360-O vs 6360-T66 — frequently asked
Is 6360-T66 stronger than 6360-O?
Yes. 6360-T66 has a typical yield strength of 210 MPa (30.5 ksi) against 50 MPa (7.25 ksi) for 6360-O — about 4.2 times as much. Tensile strength is 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) vs 105 MPa (15.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, O or T66?
T6 is the default 6360 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither O nor T66). The other condition is available on request or by drawing note — specify it in the material field or the part notes and the quote is priced for it.
Which is easier to machine, 6360-O or 6360-T66?
6360-T66. Its machinability rates good (58/100) against poor (30/100) for 6360-O; for welding the order is 6360-O first (excellent, 95/100) then 6360-T66 (excellent, 85/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 6360-O and 6360-T66 side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.