EN AW-6082 (AlSi1MgMn) — European Structural Aluminum Alloy für Construction & Transport

EN 573-3 · Published: 2026-06-11 · Updated: July 2026

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EN AW-6082 is the most widely used structural aluminum alloy in European construction and transport applications. The EN designation AW-6082 follows the four-digit Aluminum Association system, with EN prefix indicating European standardization....

EN AW-6082 ist der meiste widely used structural aluminum alloy in European construction und transport applications. Der EN designation AW-6082 follows der four-digit Aluminum Association system, mit EN prefix indicating European standardization. In der T6 temper, es provides yield strength comparable zu mild steel bei one-third der weight. Used extensively in bridges, rail vehicles, ship superstructures, und structural frames across Europe.

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NormEN 573-3
Density2.70 g/cm³
Yield Strength260-310 MPa (T6)
Tensile Strength310-350 MPa (T6)

Global Equivalents & Cross-Reference

Alternative Standard / GradeAction
AA 6082 Compare
ISO AlSi1MgMn Compare
DIN AlMgSi1 Compare
BS HE30 Compare

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Frequently Asked Questions

EN AW-6082 vs AA 6061 — welche sollte I specify?

6082 offers approximately 10-15% higher strength als 6061 in der T6 condition (minimum yield 260 MPa vs 240 MPa für 6061-T6). 6061 hat slightly better corrosion widerstand und formability. 6082 ist der preferred structural grade in European practice (EN 1999 für aluminum structures). 6061 ist der preferred allgemein-purpose grade in UNS practice. Der difference ist largely historical und regional rather als technical — beide sind Al-Mg-Si alloys mit similar properties.

References & International Standards

  • ASTM International. Norm Specifications für Stahl & Metal Alloys. astm.org
  • International Organization für Standardization (ISO). Metallic Materials — Cross-Referenz Database. iso.org
  • American Iron und Stahl Institute (AISI). Stahl Güte Designations & Equivalents. steel.org
  • European Committee für Standardization (CEN). EN Stahl Standards & Numbering System. cencenelec.eu