1/4″ Aluminum Round Bar 6061-T6

1/4" Aluminum Round Bar 6061-T6

1/4″ Aluminum Round Bar 6061-T6

Price range: $5.00 through $6.50

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DESCRIPTION

A 1/4″ aluminum round bar 6061-T6 is a solid cylindrical rod made from 6061 aluminum alloy, with a diameter of 1/4 inch (0.25″). It’s a very popular size for both structural and precision applications thanks to the strength, light weight, and excellent machinability of 6061-T6 aluminum.

📐 Basic Specs:

  • Diameter: 1/4 inch (0.25″ or ~6.35 mm)
  • Material: Aluminum Alloy 6061
  • Temper: T6 (heat-treated and artificially aged)
  • Shape: Solid round bar

🧪 6061-T6 Aluminum Properties:

  • Tensile Strength: ~45,000 psi
  • Yield Strength: ~40,000 psi
  • Hardness: Brinell ~95
  • Corrosion Resistance: Excellent — ideal for outdoor or marine use
  • Machinability: Excellent — easy to cut, drill, tap, or turn
  • Weldability: Excellent (commonly used in MIG/TIG welding)

🔧 Common Uses for 1/4″ Round Bar:

  • Pins, rods, shafts, or axles in lightweight mechanisms
  • Structural spacers or dowels
  • CNC machined parts
  • Custom brackets or fasteners
  • DIY, robotics, and model-building
  • Signage and architectural detailing

1/4″ Aluminum Round 6061-T6 (Sold as a Value Pack of 9 pcs at 48″ long – snap cut)*

* Prices subject to change without notice due to the Metals Market fluctuations.
* All ‘value length’ and ‘value pack’ item measurements are subject to a “mill tolerance”. A product may be produced several thousandths of an inch, either over or under the stated thickness, and still be within “mill tolerance”. This does NOT apply to Cut To Size items. Those will be +.125″, -0.00″ tolerances.