EN AW-6101
EN AW-6101Al-Mg-Si electrical conductor alloy — optimized for maximum electrical conductivity (56-57% IACS T6) while maintaining moderate strength. THE aluminum busbar and power cable alloy. Used for high-voltage busbars, electrical conductors, overhead transmission lines, transformer windings, and switchgear. Replaces copper at 1/3 the weight and lower cost per amp-meter.
International equivalents
| Flag | Standard | Country | Grade | Number | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 | AA | USA | AA 6101 / UNS A96101 | A96101 | REF |
| 🇪🇺 | EN | Europe | EN AW-6101 / AlMgSi | EN AW-6101 | 100% |
Sources: AA, EN 573-3
Chemical composition comparison (wt%)
Side-by-side: EN AW-6101 (EN) (EN 573-3) vs EN AW-6101 / AlMgSi (EN) (EN 573-3)
| Element | EN AW-6101 (EN) | EN AW-6101 / AlMgSi (EN) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si | 0.3–0.7% | 0.3–0.7% | OK |
| Cu | 0–0.1% | 0–0.1% | OK |
| Al | — | — | — |
| Mg | 0.35–0.8% | 0.35–0.8% | OK |
| Fe | 0–0.5% | 0–0.5% | OK |
Mechanical properties
T6 (solution treated + artificially aged)
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 200–240 | MPa |
| Yield Strength | 170–200 | MPa |
| Elongation | 10–15 | % |
| Elastic Modulus | ≥ 69 | GPa |
| Density | ≥ 2.7 | g/cm3 |
Compatibility verdict
EN AW-6101 and EN AW-6101 / AlMgSi: 100% composition match
Close equivalents but NOT identical.
Related materials
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EN AW-2024
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