Magnesium AM60B
Product Overview & Key Advantages
Why Veterans Sourcing Automotive Metals Specify AM60B:
Chasing raw tensile numbers on a spec sheet leads to broken parts in crash tests. When real dynamic shock hits, you need an alloy that bends without fracturing.
- Survive Sudden Shock: Balanced 6% aluminum blocks brittle cracking, letting structural parts bend safely.
- Redirect Crash Forces: High yield mixed with elite ductility absorbs heavy impact energy easily.
- Stop Mold Scrap Waste: Flowing beautifully into thin walls cuts reject rates for complex massive shapes.
- Physical Properties
- Chemical Composition
- Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value | Unit | Notes |
| Density | 1.80 | g/cc | Or g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 550 – 640 | C | Solidus to liquidus range |
| Thermal Conductivity | 85 | W/m-K | Reliable heat dissipation |
| Electrical Conductivity | 7.5 | MS/m | Standard conductivity |
| Electrical Resistivity | 0.133 | uOhm-m | Or $\mu\Omega\cdot\text{m}$ |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 26.5 | ppm/C | Or $\mu\text{m}/(\text{m}\cdot^\circ\text{C})$ |
| Specific Heat Capacity | 1020 | J/kg-K | Continuous thermal spec |
| Elastic Modulus | 45 | GPa | Young’s Modulus |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.35 | — | Dimensionless constant |
Here is a table displaying the chemical composition of AM60Bmagnesium alloy
| Element | Content (wt. %) | Standard Sourcing Spec |
| Magnesium (Mg) | Balance | Base Metal (Remaining %) |
| Aluminum (Al) | 5.8 – 6.5% | Nominal 6.0% |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.15 – 0.40% | Controlling intermetallics |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.08% max | Strict impurity limit |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.02% max | Strict impurity limit |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.005% max | Low-iron high purity spec |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.05% max | Impurity ceiling |
| Nickel (Ni) | 0.001% max | Ultra-low corrosion control |
Here is a table showcasing the mechanical properties of AM60B magnesium alloy:
| Property | Value | Unit | Engineering Notes |
| Tensile Strength | 230 – 250 | MPa | Ultimate tensile strength (UTS) |
| Yield Strength | 150 – 180 | MPa | 0.2% Proof stress |
| Elongation | 5 – 10 | % | Ductility range |
| Brinell Hardness | 50 – 70 | HB | Standard hardness check |
| Compressive Yield Strength | 150 – 180 | MPa | High compression resistance |
| Shear Strength | 120 – 140 | MPa | Reliable shear limit |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 45 | GPa | Young’s Modulus |
Forget brittle plates; AM60B slabs deform safely under severe impact without cracking.
These high-ductility AM60B rounds hold together beautifully, absorbing heavy loads instead of snapping.
Ditching standard tubing? Tough AM60B conduits flex smoothly under dynamic pressure to stop burst splits.
Rugged AM60B frames absorb harsh concrete slams, protecting screens flawlessly.
Features of Grade
Optimizes internal metal grain alignment to fully block potential brittle cracking lines.
High yield strength mixed with premium elasticity lets critical structural components bend safely.
Absorbs heavy, sudden crash forces easily, protecting delicate adjacent system gear.
Flows beautifully into intricate geometric shapes to slash scrap rates for complex parts.
We saw, cut, and deliver customized AM60B alloy shapes according to your precise design specs.
Every batch includes traceable test sheets and strict compliance with global B2B ASTM standards.
Vacuum-sealed and wooden-crated securely to completely shut out harsh maritime transport rust.
We handle international compliance and ship production-ready metals straight to your facility.
Custom AM60B Alloy: Elite Shock Absorption & Ductility
Survive sudden shock: Balanced 6% aluminum composition blocks brittle cracking, letting parts bend safely.
Redirect crash forces: High yield strength mixed with elite ductility absorbs heavy dynamic impact energy easily.
Stop mold scrap waste: Exceptional melt fluidity for intricate geometry ensures smooth thin-walled flow.
No rigid size limits: We mill, saw, and cut every batch of AM60B to your exact target dimensions.
Precision Machine-Ready AM60B: Bespoke Automotive & Structural Supply
A dream for CNC machining: This grade cuts cleanly and holds ultra-tight tolerances for complex massive parts.
Zero geometric limits: We extrude custom geometric profiles and forge heavy blocks to match your exact blueprints.
Fully certified tracing: Every batch comes with complete material testing documents to match strict B2B standards.
Rust-proof marine packaging: We vacuum-seal and crate your cargo in heavy-duty wood boxes for pristine global delivery.