Editorial Technical Reference

Aluminum Extrusion Profile

This page explains how Aluminum Extrusion Profile is classified within Basic Metal Manufacturing. Technical values and manufacturer relationships are research references; confirm the current specification and supplier evidence for each order.

Technical Definition & Core Assembly

Aluminum extrusion profile is a lightweight, corrosion-resistant structural component produced by forcing aluminum alloy through a die, used in construction, automotive, and consumer products.

View Full Specifications Explore Manufacturing Sources

Representative manufacturing scene; not a photograph of a specific supplier or model.

Product Specifications

Technical details and manufacturing context for Aluminum Extrusion Profile

Definition

Aluminum extrusion profiles are widely used in architectural framing, heat sinks, automotive components, and industrial machinery due to their excellent strength-to-weight ratio and design flexibility. They are specified by alloy, temper, cross-sectional shape, and dimensional tolerances. Grades like 6063-T5 offer good formability and surface finish, while 6061-T6 provides higher strength. Profiles can be custom-designed to meet specific application requirements, including complex geometries and integrated features.

Working Principle

The profile's mechanical strength and stiffness arise from the aluminum alloy's crystalline structure and the work-hardening or heat treatment (temper) applied. Its shape is formed by extruding heated billets through a die, which imparts the cross-section. The material's corrosion resistance comes from a natural oxide layer, which can be enhanced by anodizing.

Common Materials

6063-T5, 6061-T6, 6060-T5, 6005-T5

Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical range	Notes & selection driver
Alloy and Temper	6063-T5, 6061-T6 -	Determines strength and corrosion resistanceEN 755-2
Cross-section dimensions	10–300 mm	Max width or diameter, custom shapes availableEN 755-9
Wall thickness	0.8–10 mm	Minimum depends on alloy and shapeEN 755-9
Length	1000–6000 mm	Cut to length, max 6m typicalEN 755-9
Dimensional tolerance	±0.05–±0.5 mm	Depends on size and shape complexityEN 755-9
Straightness	0.5–1.5 mm/m	Max deviation over 1mEN 755-9
Twist	0.5–2 °/m	Max angular deviationEN 755-9
Surface finish	Anodized, powder coated, mill finish -	Anodizing thickness 5–25 μmISO 7599
Tensile strength	160–260 MPa	For 6063-T5: 160-200; 6061-T6: 260EN 755-2
Yield strength	110–240 MPa	For 6063-T5: 110; 6061-T6: 240EN 755-2
Elongation	8–15 %	A50, depends on alloy and temperEN 755-2
Hardness	60–95 HB	Brinell hardnessEN 755-2
Corrosion resistance	Good to excellent -	Salt spray test, depends on alloy and anodizingISO 9227
Operating temperature	-50 to +150 °C	Continuous, mechanical properties degrade above

Ranges are indicative industry figures for RFQ preparation, not a supplier commitment. Confirm every value and standard with the legal manufacturer before ordering.

Industry Taxonomies & Aliases

Commonly used trade names and technical identifiers for Aluminum Extrusion Profile.

Published Manufacturer Relationships

Source-reviewed profile relationships currently associated with Aluminum Extrusion Profile

Sourcing Aluminum Extrusion Profile from China?

Tell us your specification and target quantity — we will match it against manufacturer records and come back with the factories that fit.

Request manufacturers We manufacture this

Manufacturer listings support early research and capability understanding. They are not certification, ranking, or transaction guarantees.

Procurement Evaluation Criteria

A practical evidence checklist for RFQ preparation and supplier evaluation.

Technical documentation

Request current drawings, revision history, and a signed specification sheet.

Manufacturing capability

Verify equipment lists, process limits, capacity, and representative production evidence.

Inspection readiness

Confirm test methods, calibrated equipment, sampling plans, and traceable reports.

Supplier transparency

Check the legal entity, factory address, ownership, certifications, and direct contacts.

CNFX does not score or rank suppliers. Buyers must verify all claims and documents with the legal manufacturer before ordering.

Data Basis

Editorial classification, named public sources where available, and source-reviewed manufacturer records.

Preliminary Technical Classification

This page supports structured research, RFQ preparation, and supplier evaluation. It does not replace buyer-led supplier qualification, standards review, or technical approval.

Request Manufacturing Insight for Aluminum Extrusion Profile

Ask for use case, specification boundaries, supplier type, and RFQ preparation information for Aluminum Extrusion Profile.

Where it goes. Straight to the CNFX editorial desk, and to the manufacturer if this product is linked to a claimed profile. Nothing is broadcast to a supplier list.
Your details stay here. We do not sell or rent enquiry data, and we do not add you to a mailing list. Used only to answer this request.
No commission, no middleman. CNFX is a directory. We take no cut of any order and never negotiate on a supplier's behalf.
What we don't claim. A listing is not an endorsement. Qualify every supplier and verify every figure yourself before ordering.