Aluminium Flat Bar 15.8mm x 12.7mm (5/8" x 1/2") – Heavy Gauge, Plain finish & Rust-Resistant Metal Strip for Structural Framing, DIY Builds & Custom Fabrication


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This Aluminium Flat Bar 15.8mm x 12.7mm (5/8" x 1/2") is a heavy-gauge, multi-purpose metal strip designed for durability and precision in a variety of demanding applications. Manufactured from high-grade aluminium, it offers natural resistance to rust and oxidation, making it suitable for indoor or outdoor environments — from workshops to weather-exposed builds.

Its high strength-to-weight ratio makes it easy to handle yet tough enough to support framing, mechanical repairs, or creative fabrication. The plain finish provides a smooth surface ideal for welding, drilling, machining, or custom shaping.

Key Benefits:

  • Sturdy Size & Thickness – 15.8mm wide x 12.7mm thick (5/8" x 1/2") for reliable structural support

  • Weather-Resistant Material – Built to perform in moist, coastal, or harsh outdoor conditions

  • Excellent Workability – Can be cut, bent, drilled, or TIG/MIG welded with standard tools

  • Multi-Industry Use – Suitable for construction frames, vehicle modifications, fixture supports, brackets, and more

  • Smooth Plain Finish – Ideal for polishing, painting, or leaving raw for an industrial look

Applications Include:

  • Structural Framing & Reinforcements

  • Custom Fabrication & Fixtures

  • Construction, Bracketing & General Metal Work

  • Automotive Repairs, Chassis Work & Trailers

  • DIY Engineering, Creative Projects, or Outdoor Builds

Specifications:

Grade 6082T6
Weight - Kg/m 0.55
Measurement Type Imperial
Metric Size 15.875 mm x 12.7 mm
Finish Standard Mill Finish
Thickness 1/2 in (12.7 mm)
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

Solid, versatile, and engineered to perform — this aluminium flat bar is your go-to material for dependable strength and flexible fabrication.

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