Elixir Extrusions offers extrusions from the 6000 series of alloys. These are soft alloys that utilize magnesium and silicon as strengthening elements. In aluminum extrusions, 6000 series are most commonly used because of extrudability, ease of machining, and ability to be precipitation hardened.
6063: Medium Strength Alloy – (16-30 Kpsi ultimate strength); Characteristics: Excellent extrudability, good corrosion resistance, good finishing response, good machinability, good formability, good weldability.
6463: Medium Strength Alloy – (16-30 Kpsi ultimate strength); Characteristics: High quality finish, good machinability and formability.
6105: High Strength Alloy – (25-38 Kpsi ultimate strength); Characteristics: Excellent strength, good extrudability, good finishing response, good machinability, good formability, good weldability.
6061: High Strength Alloy – (26-38 Kpsi ultimate strength); Characteristics: Excellent strength, good corrosion resistance, great machinability, poor finishing response, good formability, good weldability.