Aluminum 8090-T3 vs 8090-T6511
Aluminum · 8090 temper comparison
8090-T3 and 8090-T6511 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 8090: T3 (solution heat treated, cold worked and naturally aged) versus T6511 (T6, stress relieved by stretching, minor straightening). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 8090-T6511 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 440 MPa (63.8 ksi) against 225 MPa (32.6 ksi) for 8090-T3, about 96% more; tensile strength follows at 495 MPa (71.8 ksi) vs 350 MPa (50.8 ksi). In exchange, 8090-T3 is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 5% for 8090-T6511, and 8090-T6511 is harder (150 HB vs 95 HB). 8090-T6511 runs hotter in service (120°C vs 100°C continuous) and 8090-T3 conducts electricity better (20 % IACS vs 18 % IACS).
8090-T3Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
8090-T6511Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
8090-T3 vs 8090-T6511: 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Shear Modulus
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
Same in both: Bulk Modulus 76 GPa11 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.54 g/cm³0.09 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 600°C1,112 °F · Liquidus Temperature 655°C1,211 °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 930 J/kg·K0.22 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 21.4 µm/m·K11.9 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 390 J/g168 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -253°C-423 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Same in both: Weldability 25 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 15 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Same in both: Embodied Carbon (primary production) 14 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 5%
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.
8090-T3 vs 8090-T6511 — frequently asked
Is 8090-T6511 stronger than 8090-T3?
Yes. 8090-T6511 has a typical yield strength of 440 MPa (63.8 ksi) against 225 MPa (32.6 ksi) for 8090-T3 — about 96% more. Tensile strength is 495 MPa (71.8 ksi) vs 350 MPa (50.8 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, T3 or T6511?
T851 is the default 8090 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither T3 nor T6511). 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, 8090-T3 or 8090-T6511?
8090-T6511. Its machinability rates good (55/100) against fair (50/100) for 8090-T3.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 8090-T3 and 8090-T6511 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.