Value Collection 02629590 Aluminum Round Rod 6061-T6

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 02629590 is a solid aluminum round rod machined from 6061-T6 alloy stock. It measures 12 inches in length with a diameter of 3-1/8 inches and weighs 9.58 pounds. The 6061-T6 temper designation indicates the rod has been solution heat-treated and artificially aged, producing a high-strength, corrosion-resistant bar suitable for structural and mechanical fabrication work. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance professionals use this rod as raw stock for turning, milling, drilling, and general shop work where a reliable, weldable aluminum alloy is specified.

This rod is well suited for light structural components, brackets, shafts, spacers, and custom fittings in industrial, commercial, and trade applications. The 6061-T6 alloy handles moderate to high stress loads and resists corrosion in exposed environments, making it a common choice in HVAC equipment fabrication, plumbing support hardware, and electrical panel mounting components. The length tolerance is plus or minus 0.25 inches, which is standard for cut-to-length bar stock of this diameter and alloy grade.

Key Features

• 6061-T6 alloy: heat-treated for improved tensile strength and hardness compared to annealed grades
• 3-1/8 inch diameter provides substantial cross-section for load-bearing or heavy turning applications
• 12 inch length with a stated length tolerance of 0.25 inches
• Aluminum construction keeps weight manageable at 9.58 pounds per piece
• Machinable, weldable, and anodizable for downstream finishing requirements
• Sold as a single piece with a minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed as general-purpose 6061-T6 aluminum round bar stock compatible with standard metalworking operations including lathe turning, CNC milling, drilling, and sawing wherever 3-1/8 inch diameter aluminum rod of this alloy is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting, turning, or drilling aluminum round rod should be performed by a qualified machinist or fabricator using appropriate tooling rated for non-ferrous metals. Secure the rod firmly in a chuck or vise before machining to prevent movement. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection when cutting or grinding. Dispose of aluminum chips and swarf according to local shop waste regulations.