1060-O
Fully annealed for deep drawing, spinning and severe forming, and for the highest conductivity.
High-conductivity pure aluminium
1060 Aluminium Plate & Sheet
1060 is commercially pure aluminium with at least 99.6 % Al, giving slightly higher electrical and thermal conductivity than 1050 together with excellent formability and corrosion resistance. It is the usual choice for busbars, capacitor and battery parts, heat spreaders, chemical tanks and reflective products. Metline supplies 1060 plate and sheet to ASTM B209 and EN 485 in all common tempers, worldwide.
- Purity
- 99.6 % Al minimum
- Conductivity
- about 62 % IACS (O)
- Tempers
- O, H12, H14, H18, H24
- Standards
- ASTM B209 · EN 485 · GB/T 3880
What is 1060 aluminium?
1060 sits one step above 1050 in purity: its 99.60 % aluminium minimum and tighter iron and manganese limits leave fewer impurity atoms to scatter electrons, so it conducts electricity and heat a little better. Like all 1xxx grades it cannot be heat-treated; it is strengthened only by cold rolling, and even full-hard 1060 is a low-strength material.
That combination makes 1060 an electrical and thermal grade first. Busbars and connector plates, capacitor housings, battery tabs and current collectors, transformer windings, heat sinks and heat-spreader plates all use it. Its chemical purity also suits tanks and equipment for chemicals and food, and its bright surface suits reflectors, nameplates and signs.
Unlike 1050, 1060 is listed in ASTM B209, so it is the common commercially pure grade in North American sheet and plate supply. In Europe and Asia it is registered as EN AW-1060 and in GB/T 3880, and is widely produced for the battery and electronics industries.
1060 chemical composition (wt %)
| Element | Maximum | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Silicon (Si) | 0.25 | Main impurity with iron |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.35 | Tighter than 1050 (0.40) |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.05 | |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.03 | Kept low for conductivity |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.03 | |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.05 | |
| Vanadium (V) | 0.05 | Impairs conductivity if high |
| Titanium (Ti) | 0.03 | Impairs conductivity if high |
| Others, each | 0.03 | |
| Aluminium (Al) | 99.60 min |
Limits are the registered Aluminum Association values used by ASTM B209 and EN 573-3. Mill certificates report the actual analysis of each lot.
1060 properties by temper
Typical values from Aluminum Association and ASM data are shown; the minimums you design to are set by ASTM B209 or EN 485-2 for each temper and thickness band and appear on the certificate.
| Temper | Typical tensile strength | Typical yield strength | Typical elongation | Brinell hardness |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O (annealed) | 69 MPa / 10 ksi | 28 MPa / 4 ksi | 43 % | 19 HB |
| H12 | 83 MPa / 12 ksi | 76 MPa / 11 ksi | 16 % | 23 HB |
| H14 | 97 MPa / 14 ksi | 90 MPa / 13 ksi | 12 % | 26 HB |
| H16 | 110 MPa / 16 ksi | 103 MPa / 15 ksi | 8 % | 30 HB |
| H18 | 131 MPa / 19 ksi | 124 MPa / 18 ksi | 6 % | 35 HB |
Physical properties (typical, O temper)
- Density
- 2.705 g/cm³ (0.0975 lb/in³)
- Melting range
- about 646 – 657 °C
- Electrical conductivity
- about 62 % IACS
- Electrical resistivity
- about 0.028 µΩ·m at 20 °C
- Thermal conductivity
- about 234 W/m·K
- Modulus of elasticity
- about 69 GPa
- Coefficient of thermal expansion
- about 23.6 µm/m·°C (20 – 100 °C)
Choosing a 1060 temper
1060-H12 / H22
Light cold work; still very formable, with a little more stiffness for flat panels.
1060-H14 / H24
The most common sheet tempers. H24 is partially annealed, giving better bendability than H14 at similar strength.
1060-H16 / H26
Harder, for parts that need to keep their shape with limited forming.
1060-H18
Full hard; used for stamped battery and electronic parts, and for thin strip that must stay flat.
1060-H112
As-rolled plate with minimum properties; common for thick busbar and conductor plate.
1060 standards and international equivalents
| System | Designation | Sheet and plate standard |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Association / ASTM | 1060 | ASTM B209 (ASME SB-209) |
| UNS | A91060 | — |
| European | EN AW-1060 (EN AW-Al 99.6) | EN 485-1 to -4, EN 573-3 |
| ISO | Al99.6 | ISO 6361 |
| Japan | A1060P | JIS H4000 |
| China | 1060 | GB/T 3880, GB/T 3190 |
For electrical conductor applications, also check the electrical standard your design follows; dedicated conductor grades such as 1350 (EC grade) and 6101 are covered by separate busbar and conductor specifications.
1060 plate and sheet sizes and weights
Supply range
- Thickness
- Sheet and strip about 0.2 – 6 mm; plate 6 – 150 mm
- Width
- 1000, 1220, 1250, 1500 mm and up to about 2000 mm; slit strip to order
- Length
- 2000, 2440, 2500, 3000 mm or cut to length
- Surface
- Mill finish, bright, film protected, brushed or anodised
- Processing
- Shearing, blanking, circles, slitting and CNC profiling
1060 weighs 2.705 kg/m² per millimetre of thickness; use the plate weight calculator for any size.
| Thickness (mm) | kg per m² | 1000 × 2000 mm (kg) | 1220 × 2440 mm (kg) | 1250 × 2500 mm (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 | 0.81 | 1.6 | 2.4 | 2.5 |
| 0.5 | 1.35 | 2.7 | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| 1 | 2.71 | 5.4 | 8.1 | 8.5 |
| 1.5 | 4.06 | 8.1 | 12.1 | 12.7 |
| 2 | 5.41 | 10.8 | 16.1 | 16.9 |
| 3 | 8.12 | 16.2 | 24.2 | 25.4 |
| 5 | 13.53 | 27.1 | 40.3 | 42.3 |
| 6 | 16.23 | 32.5 | 48.3 | 50.7 |
| 10 | 27.05 | 54.1 | 80.5 | 84.5 |
| 15 | 40.58 | 81.2 | 120.8 | 126.8 |
| 20 | 54.10 | 108.2 | 161.0 | 169.1 |
| 30 | 81.15 | 162.3 | 241.6 | 253.6 |
Forming, joining and finishing 1060
Forming and stamping
Excellent in O and H2x tempers; H18 stamps cleanly for thin battery and electronic parts with little burr when tools are sharp.
Welding
Welds easily by TIG, MIG, ultrasonic, laser, resistance and friction stir; ultrasonic and laser welding are standard for battery tabs and connections.
Electrical joints
Clean the oxide and use contact grease or plating (tin, nickel or silver) at bolted joints to keep contact resistance low.
Machining
Soft and gummy; use sharp, high-rake tools with lubricant.
Anodising
Gives a bright, clear finish suitable for reflective and decorative use.
Corrosion
Excellent in atmosphere, water and many chemicals; avoid contact with copper or steel without isolation.
Where 1060 aluminium plate and sheet is used
- Electrical: busbars, connector plates, transformer and reactor windings, switchgear parts
- Batteries and capacitors: cell cases, tabs, lids, current-collector strip and capacitor shells
- Thermal management: heat sinks, heat spreaders, cold plates and fin stock
- Chemical and food: storage tanks, liners and process equipment
- Lighting and signs: reflectors, lamp housings, nameplates and signage
- Pharmaceutical packaging: vial seals and closures from 1060 strip
1060 compared with 1050, 1070, 1350 and 1100
| Grade | Minimum Al | Conductivity (O, approx.) | Typical H14 tensile | Typical choice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1100 | 99.00 % | 59 % IACS | 125 MPa | General sheet metal with a little more strength |
| 1050 | 99.50 % | 61 – 62 % IACS | 110 MPa | European general-purpose pure sheet |
| 1060 | 99.60 % | 62 % IACS | 97 MPa | Electrical, battery and thermal sheet; ASTM B209 grade |
| 1070 | 99.70 % | about 62 – 63 % IACS | about 95 – 100 MPa | Higher conductivity, reflective products |
| 1350 | 99.50 % with tight trace limits | about 61 – 62 % IACS | — | Electrical conductor (EC) grade for busbar and wire |
The conductivity differences between these grades are small; the choice is usually driven by the standard the customer works to and by the forming and strength needed.
How to order 1060 plate and sheet
- SpecifyTemper, thickness, width and length or blank drawing, finish, quantity, the governing standard (ASTM B209, EN 485, GB/T 3880) and any conductivity requirement.
- QuoteWe confirm alloy, temper, tolerances, certification, packing and delivery terms (EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP) for your destination.
- ProcessPlates and sheets are cut or slit to size, film-protected where needed, and inspected for thickness, flatness and surface.
- DocumentEach delivery carries a mill test certificate to EN 10204 3.1 with the cast analysis and mechanical results; third-party inspection can be arranged on request.
- ShipBundled, interleaved or crated for export and shipped by sea or air on EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP terms.
References and standards
- ASTM B209 – Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate
- EN 485-1 to -4 – Aluminium and aluminium alloys: sheet, strip and plate
- EN 573-3 – Aluminium and aluminium alloys: chemical composition and form of wrought products
- The Aluminum Association – International Alloy Designations and Chemical Composition Limits for Wrought Aluminum (Teal Sheets)
- ASM Handbook, Volume 2 – Properties and Selection: Nonferrous Alloys and Special-Purpose Materials
1060 aluminium (aluminum) plate and sheet: frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 1050 and 1060 aluminium?
1060 has 99.6 % minimum aluminium against 99.5 % for 1050, with tighter iron and manganese limits. It conducts slightly better and is slightly softer. 1060 is listed in ASTM B209; 1050 is mainly ordered to EN and JIS standards.
Is 1060 aluminium good for busbars?
Yes. Its conductivity of about 62 % IACS and good formability make it a common busbar and connector material. Some electrical specifications call for 1350 or 6101 instead, so check the standard your design follows.
Which temper of 1060 is used for battery parts?
Stamped tabs, lids and connectors often use H14, H18 or H24 for stiffness and clean blanking; deep-drawn cell cases and caps use O or H2x tempers for formability.
Can 1060 aluminium be welded?
Very easily, by TIG, MIG, ultrasonic, laser, resistance and friction stir welding. 1100 or 4043 filler is common for fusion welds; pure fillers preserve conductivity.
How strong is 1060-H14?
Typical tensile strength is about 97 MPa and yield about 90 MPa. It is a low-strength grade chosen for conductivity and formability, not load-bearing capacity.
Do you supply 1060 sheet and plate internationally?
Yes. Metline ships 1060 plate, sheet and strip worldwide with mill test certificates and export packing.
Need 1060 plate or sheet?
Send temper, thickness, size and quantity. We will reply with availability, certification and a delivered price.
