EN AW-6005A
3.3210Medium-strength heat-treatable extrusion alloy. Slightly higher strength than 6063 with comparable extrudability. The standard alloy for railway carriages, truck bodies, and structural transport extrusions. Good weldability and corrosion resistance.
International equivalents
| Flag | Standard | Country | Grade | Number | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 | AA | USA | AA 6005A | A96005 | REF |
| 🇪🇺 | EN | Europe | EN AW-6005A / AlSiMg(A) | 3.3210 | 100% |
Sources: ASTM B221, EN 573-3
Chemical composition comparison (wt%)
Side-by-side: EN AW-6005A (EN 573-3) vs EN AW-6005A / AlSiMg(A) (EN) (EN 573-3)
| Element | EN AW-6005A (EN 573-3) | EN AW-6005A / AlSiMg(A) (EN) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si | — | 0.5–0.9% | — |
| Mn | — | 0–0.5% | — |
Mechanical properties
Compatibility verdict
EN AW-6005A and EN AW-6005A / AlSiMg(A): 100% composition match
Related materials
EN AW-6082
3.2315High-strength structural aluminium alloy in the Al-Mg-Si family. One of the strongest 6xxx series alloys due to manganese addition. Replaced 6061 in many European applications. Used for trusses, bridges, cranes, transport, scaffolding, and marine applications. Heat treatable (T6/T651).
EN AW-5083
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EN AW-7075
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