Raw material properties of aluminum alloy 6061-T6

Aluminum alloy 6061-T6 is widely used for CNC machining rapid prototyping across a variety of industries due to its excellent combination of mechanical properties, machinability, and cost-effectiveness. Here are some examples of common applications:

Automotive industry:
Prototype parts for vehicle components, such as air intake manifolds, brake calipers, and engine brackets
Prototype tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes
Lightweight structural parts for electric vehicles

Aerospace and defense:
Prototype parts for aircraft, spacecraft, and defense equipment
Structural components for small UAVs and drones
Housings and enclosures for electronic and avionics systems

Medical and healthcare:
Prototype medical devices, such as surgical tools, prosthetic limbs, and implants
Fixtures and jigs for medical equipment manufacturing
Housings for medical electronics and instrumentation

Electronics and consumer goods:
Prototype casings, housings, and enclosures for electronic devices
Prototype components for consumer products, such as electronics, appliances, and sporting goods
Prototype tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes

Industrial equipment:
Prototype parts for machinery, such as pumps, valves, and hydraulic components
Prototype tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes
Prototype parts for automation and robotics equipment

The 6061-T6 alloy's combination of strength, machinability, and cost-effectiveness make it an ideal choice for rapid prototyping in these industries. Its ability to be precisely CNC machined, as well as its good surface finish and dimensional accuracy, allow manufacturers to quickly validate designs and test functional prototypes before moving to production

Metalstar specializes in providing quick quality sheet metal stamping prototypes, CNC aluminum machining and CNC steel machining parts. With our industrial experience accumulation for more than 20 years, we have the capacity to supply 1 to 5000+ high quality sheet metal stamping parts, CNC machining parts or other customized parts for you from 5 to 30 days at competitive price.

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Metalstar Prototype was established in 2003 in Guangzhou city of China. We specializes in providing prototyping stamping, CNC machining (covers CNC aluminum, CNC steel and CNC plastic parts), hardware customization service and provide relevant surface finishing options in variety. With our industrial experience for more than 20 years, we have the capacity to supply 1 to 5000+ high quality prototype stamping parts, CNC machining parts or custom hardware for you from 5 to 30 days at competitive price.

Our factory locates in the most famous area of China for supplying high quality prototype stamping parts, CNC machining parts and custom hardware. Our 58000-square foot workshop equips the equipment and devices to turn your innovative ideas into practical solutions. For more than 20 years, Metalstar prototype team has earned a reputation for providing quick quality custom parts to industries throughout Guangdong province, the whole China, and internationally.

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Our goal is always being a trusted partner, to establish long-term partnership with our customers. Whether you require a prototype, a small batch of custom parts or a large-scale production run, you can count on Metalstar prototype to be your reliable, responsive, and innovative partner.

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