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Description
Upgrade your projects with our premium Aluminium U-Channel, precision-engineered from Grade 6082-T6 high-strength structural alloy. Known for its exceptional durability, corrosion resistance, and lightweight performance, this U-channel is the perfect solution for a wide range of industrial, construction, and DIY applications.
Measuring 15.8 mm (5/8 in) x 15.8 mm (5/8 in) x 3.2 mm (1/8 in), it offers the ideal balance of strength and versatility. The plain mill finish provides a smooth, clean surface ready for machining, welding, anodising, or painting, making it suitable for both functional and decorative use.
Whether you’re building frameworks, edging panels, creating protective trim, or fabricating custom projects, this aluminium channel delivers long-lasting reliability without the weight of steel. Its T6 temper ensures maximum hardness and strength after heat treatment, while maintaining excellent machinability.
Key Features & Benefits
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High-Quality Alloy: Made from Grade 6082-T6 aluminium for superior strength and corrosion resistance.
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Precision Size: 15.8 mm x 15.8 mm x 3.2 mm for accurate, consistent results in every project.
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Lightweight & Strong: Offers the structural performance you need without the excess weight.
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Versatile Applications: Ideal for construction, automotive, marine, framing, edging, and custom fabrication.
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Easy to Work With: Can be cut, drilled, welded, or machined to your specifications.
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Plain Finish: Smooth surface ready for anodising, painting, or polishing.
Common Uses
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Frameworks for furniture, shelving, or displays
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Protective edging for panels or boards
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Trim and reinforcement for doors, windows, and cabinets
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Marine and automotive modifications
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DIY and craft projects
Why Choose Our Aluminium U-Channel?
We source and manufacture to the highest standards, ensuring consistent quality, accurate sizing, and dependable performance. Whether you’re a professional fabricator or a passionate DIYer, this aluminium channel will meet your expectations for precision and durability.
Specifications:
Grade | 6082T6 |
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Weight - Kg/m | 0.35 |
Metric Size | 15.875 mm x 15.875 mm x 3.175 mm x 3.175 mm |
Width | 15.8 mm |
Height | 15.8 mm |
Internal-Width | 9.4 mm |
Leg Height | 5/8 in (15.87 mm) |
Leg Thickness | 1/8 in (3.175 mm) |
Base Width | 5/8 in (15.88 mm) |
Base Thickness | 1/8 in (3.175 mm) |
Finish | Standard Mill Finish |
Proof Stress | 260 Min MPa |
Tensile Strength | 210 MPa |
Elongation | 8 Min % |
Density | 2.70 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | 555 °C |
Thermal Expansion | 24 x10^-6 /K |
Modulus of Elasticity | 70 GPa |
Thermal Conductivity | 180 W/m.K |
Electrical Resistivity | 0.038 x10^-6 Ω .m |
Machinability | Good |
Workability - Cold | Good |
Weldability - Gas | Good |
Weldability - Arc | Good |
Weldability - Resistance | Good |
Brazeability | Good |
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