Description
38.1mm x 1.6mm Aluminium Flat Bar
The 38.1mm x 1.6mm Aluminium Flat Bar is extruded solid aluminium flat bar supplied cut to length.
It is available cut to your required length for fabrication, engineering and project use. Please review the grade, finish and suitability information below before ordering.
Technical Specifications
| Material | Extruded aluminium alloy |
|---|---|
| Product family | Aluminium Flat Bar |
| Material grade | EN AW-6082 T6, EN AW-6063 T6 or EN AW-6060 T66, according to size and current stock. |
| Applicable standard | Applicable part of BS EN 755 for extruded products |
| Finish | Natural mill finish with normal extrusion lines and handling marks. |
| Cutting service | Cut to your required length |
| Standard cutting tolerance | ±3 mm |
| Edge condition | Supplied as-cut and not deburred |
Key Features
- Lightweight and corrosion resistant
- Available cut to your required length
- Suitable for fabrication using an appropriate process
- Useful for professional, trade and general engineering work
Benefits
- Low weight compared with steel
- Good general corrosion resistance
- Easy to cut and fabricate with suitable tools
Material Grade Information
This product is supplied as EN AW-6082 T6, EN AW-6063 T6 or EN AW-6060 T66, according to size and current stock.
The grade information shown is general supply information and does not guarantee that a particular grade, certificate or traceability will be supplied for an individual order.
If a particular material grade, certification or traceability is essential, please contact KI Metals before placing your order and obtain written confirmation from KI Metals.
Telephone conversations, verbal discussions, customer order notes, drawing notes and other instructions submitted with an order do not constitute written confirmation of material grade or certification requirements.
Surface Condition
Natural mill finish with normal extrusion lines and handling marks.
Normal production, storage, handling and cutting variations are not automatically evidence of a product defect. If appearance is critical, contact KI Metals before ordering.
Typical Applications
- Frames
- Trims
- Brackets
- General Fabrication
Design and Suitability
Product selection must not be based on dimensions alone. The required grade, loading, environment, connections, fabrication process and installation method should be specified or checked by a suitably qualified person where applicable.
KI Metals supplies material to the dimensions ordered but does not determine whether a particular item is suitable for the intended load, environment or application.
Cut to Your Required Length
Enter your required measurement in the Length box before adding the product to your basket. Material is cut to the ordered length with a standard cutting tolerance of ±3 mm.
Products are supplied as-cut and are not deburred. Contact KI Metals before ordering if a tighter tolerance, specific end preparation or additional processing is required.
Also Known As
- Aluminium Flat
- Aluminium Strip
- Alloy Flat Bar
Fabrication and Safety
Use tooling, speeds and lubricants suitable for aluminium. Control sharp swarf and prevent the accumulation of fine aluminium dust, particularly during grinding or sanding.
Welding procedure, filler selection and preparation depend on the supplied alloy, temper and intended service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a particular material grade guaranteed?
Only where KI Metals confirms the required grade in writing before the order is placed. Order notes, drawing notes and verbal discussions are not confirmation.
Can I request a grade or certificate in the order notes?
You may provide information in the order notes, but an order note does not constitute confirmation. Contact KI Metals before ordering and obtain written confirmation.
Can this item be cut to my required length?
Yes. Enter the required measurement in the Length box before adding the product to your basket. The standard cutting tolerance is ±3 mm unless confirmed otherwise.
Are the cut ends deburred?
No. This product is supplied as-cut and is not deburred. Cut ends and edges may be sharp and may contain burrs or loose swarf. Handle with care and use suitable protective equipment.
Is the material suitable for my project?
The customer is responsible for confirming material grade, dimensions, loading, environment, fabrication method and regulatory requirements. Structural or safety-critical selection should be checked by a suitably qualified person.
Safety Notice
This product is supplied as-cut and is not deburred. Cut edges may be sharp. Wear suitable protective gloves during handling, fabrication and installation.
Cut ends may also contain burrs or loose swarf. Do not run bare hands along cut edges. Use suitable eye protection and other appropriate personal protective equipment, and deburr or otherwise make exposed cut edges safe where required for the intended use.
Ensure the product is correctly supported and secured during unloading, storage, lifting, fabrication, transport and installation.
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