{"id":17740,"date":"2026-04-10T14:19:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T08:49:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/?p=17740"},"modified":"2026-04-10T14:19:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T08:49:57","slug":"aluminium-6005-6005a-the-extrusion-focused-twin-alloys-of-the-6xxx-series","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/aluminium\/aluminium-6005-6005a-the-extrusion-focused-twin-alloys-of-the-6xxx-series.html","title":{"rendered":"Aluminium 6005 &amp; 6005A: The Extrusion-Focused Twin Alloys of the 6xxx Series"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aluminium 6005 and 6005A \u2013 also known as Aluminum 6005 and 6005A \u2013 are heat\u2011treatable aluminium\u2011magnesium\u2011silicon alloys that form a unique pair in the 6xxx series. While often mentioned together, they are distinct alloys: 6005 contains higher silicon levels for superior extrudability and surface finish, while 6005A adds manganese and chromium to improve toughness and reduce stress\u2011corrosion susceptibility. Together, they serve as medium\u2011strength, highly extrudable alternatives to 6061 and 6082, finding widespread use in architectural profiles, structural tubing, railway components, portable ladders, and automotive parts where excellent corrosion resistance and good bending properties are required.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What are Aluminium 6005 and 6005A?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aluminium alloys 6005 and 6005A belong to the <strong>6xxx series<\/strong> (aluminium\u2011magnesium\u2011silicon), the most versatile and widely used family of extruded aluminium alloys. Like 6060, 6063, and 6061, both 6005 and 6005A are <strong>heat\u2011treatable<\/strong> and achieve their mechanical properties through controlled thermal processing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What makes the 6005\/6005A pair special is their <strong>excellent extrusion characteristics<\/strong>. They are designed to flow through extrusion dies more easily than many other 6xxx alloys, producing profiles with a <strong>superior mill surface finish<\/strong>. This combination of extrudability and surface quality has made them favourites for applications where both strength and appearance matter.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Within the 6000 series, 6005 and 6005A occupy a <strong>middle ground<\/strong>: stronger than 6060 and 6063, but often more extrudable than 6061 and 6082. Their properties sit between those of 6061 and 6082, and they can sometimes be used interchangeably with those alloys \u2013 though 6005\/6005A offer better extrusion characteristics and a better mill surface finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Difference Between 6005 and 6005A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the distinction between 6005 and 6005A is essential for correct specification. While closely related, they are <strong>not identical<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The primary difference lies in their alloying strategies:<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Alloy 6005<\/strong> contains <strong>higher amounts of silicon<\/strong>. This reduces the melting temperature and improves extrudability. When produced to a T5 temper, it has the same minimum tensile and yield strength as 6061\u2011T6, with better machinability and strength properties than 6063\u2011T6.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alloy 6005A<\/strong> is distinguished by its <strong>manganese and chromium content<\/strong>. The additional chromium (up to 0.3%) reduces stress\u2011corrosion susceptibility and improves toughness, while the extra manganese (up to 0.5%) enhances strength as well as extrudability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6005A also has a slightly higher minimum aluminium content than 6005 (96.5\u201399.1% versus 97.5\u201399%), meaning it is marginally more heavily alloyed. However, the difference in mechanical properties between the two is relatively small, and in many applications they can be considered near\u2011equivalents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chemical Composition<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The composition of both alloys falls within the Al\u2011Mg\u2011Si system, with magnesium and silicon as the principal strengthening elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Aluminium 6005 (A96005)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Element<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Percentage (%)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Aluminum (Al)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">97.5 \u2013 99.0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Silicon (Si)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0.60 \u2013 0.90<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Magnesium (Mg)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0.40 \u2013 0.60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Iron (Fe)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u22640.35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Copper (Cu)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u22640.10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Manganese (Mn)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u22640.10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Chromium (Cr)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u22640.10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Zinc (Zn)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u22640.10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Titanium (Ti)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u22640.10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Others (Each)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u22640.05<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Sources: MakeItFrom, AZoM, Hydro Extrusion<\/em><\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Aluminium 6005A (A96005A)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Element<\/th><th>Percentage (%)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Aluminum (Al)<\/td><td>96.5 \u2013 99.1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Silicon (Si)<\/td><td>0.50 \u2013 0.90<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Magnesium (Mg)<\/td><td>0.40 \u2013 0.70<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manganese (Mn)<\/td><td>0.00 \u2013 0.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chromium (Cr)<\/td><td>0.00 \u2013 0.30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Iron (Fe)<\/td><td>\u22640.35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Copper (Cu)<\/td><td>\u22640.30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zinc (Zn)<\/td><td>\u22640.20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Titanium (Ti)<\/td><td>\u22640.10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mn + Cr<\/td><td>0.12 \u2013 0.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Others (Each)<\/td><td>\u22640.05<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Others (Total)<\/td><td>\u22640.15<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Sources: Aalco, AZoM, Hydro Extrusion<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>magnesium (0.4\u20130.7%)<\/strong> and <strong>silicon (0.5\u20130.9%)<\/strong> form fine Mg\u2082Si precipitates during aging, providing the primary strengthening mechanism. The <strong>manganese<\/strong> and <strong>chromium<\/strong> in 6005A control grain structure and improve stress\u2011corrosion resistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Properties of Aluminium 6005\/6005A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcaa Medium Strength \u2013 Heat Treatable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both 6005 and 6005A are <strong>medium\u2011strength<\/strong> alloys whose properties can be significantly enhanced through heat treatment. The most common temper is <strong>T5<\/strong> (cooled from an elevated temperature shaping process and then artificially aged) and <strong>T6<\/strong> (solution heat\u2011treated and artificially aged).<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Typical Mechanical Properties (6005 \u2013 T6 Temper, Rod &amp; Bar up to 25mm):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Property<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Proof Stress (0.2%)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">225 MPa (min)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Tensile Strength<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">270 MPa (min)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Elongation (A50 mm)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">8%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Shear Strength<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">205 MPa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Hardness (Brinell)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">90 HB<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Source: Aalco, AZoM<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For thicker sections (50\u2013100mm), slightly lower values apply: proof stress 215 MPa (min), tensile strength 260 MPa (min), hardness 85 HB.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Typical Mechanical Properties (6005A \u2013 T6 Temper, Extrusions):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Property<\/th><th>Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Proof Stress (0.2%)<\/td><td>215\u2013225 MPa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tensile Strength<\/td><td>260\u2013270 MPa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Elongation<\/td><td>8\u201310%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hardness (Brinell)<\/td><td>85\u201390 HB<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Source: Aalco, AZoM<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In broader ranges, 6005 aluminium exhibits ultimate tensile strength from <strong>190 to 300 MPa<\/strong> and yield strength from <strong>100 to 260 MPa<\/strong>, depending on temper and product form.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf0a Excellent Corrosion Resistance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both 6005 and 6005A offer <strong>excellent corrosion resistance<\/strong>, a hallmark of the 6xxx series. The protective oxide film that forms naturally on aluminium surfaces is stable across a wide range of environments, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Marine atmospheres<\/strong> \u2013 good performance in coastal and offshore settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Industrial environments<\/strong> \u2013 resistant to many chemical exposures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Urban and rural atmospheres<\/strong> \u2013 long\u2011term durability without protective coatings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6005A\u2019s additional chromium content (up to 0.3%) further <strong>reduces stress\u2011corrosion susceptibility<\/strong> \u2013 a critical advantage for applications involving sustained tensile stress in corrosive environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfed Excellent Extrudability \u2013 The Defining Advantage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where <strong>6005 and 6005A truly excel<\/strong>. They are among the most extrudable alloys in the 6xxx series, offering:<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Superior mill surface finish<\/strong> \u2013 smoother, cleaner surfaces directly from the extrusion press, reducing or eliminating the need for post\u2011extrusion finishing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Faster extrusion speeds<\/strong> \u2013 allowing higher productivity in extrusion plants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lower extrusion pressure requirements<\/strong> \u2013 reducing die wear and energy consumption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ability to produce complex profiles<\/strong> \u2013 though thin\u2011wall or highly complicated shapes remain challenging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both alloys have <strong>excellent bending properties<\/strong>, with 6005A tube particularly noted for its ability to be bent without cracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26a1 Good Weldability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aluminium 6005\/6005A can be <strong>welded or brazed<\/strong> using various commercial methods (MIG, TIG, resistance welding). However, the <strong>heat from welding reduces strength in the heat\u2011affected zone (HAZ)<\/strong> , and designers should account for this when specifying welded structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfa8 Excellent Finishing Characteristics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both alloys <strong>respond well to common anodising methods<\/strong>, including:<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clear anodising<\/strong> \u2013 enhances corrosion resistance while maintaining the natural aluminium appearance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Colour dye anodising<\/strong> \u2013 produces consistent, attractive colours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hardcoat anodising<\/strong> \u2013 provides enhanced wear and abrasion resistance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are also suitable for <strong>powder coating and painting<\/strong>, making them versatile choices for architectural and decorative applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\uded1 Limitations: Not for Impact or Overloading<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both alloys <strong>are not recommended for applications where the structure may be susceptible to impact or overloading<\/strong>. They are medium\u2011strength alloys, not designed for high\u2011impact or shock\u2011loading conditions. For such applications, higher\u2011strength alloys such as 6061\u2011T6, 6082\u2011T6, or 7000 series alloys are more appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Applications of Aluminium 6005 &amp; 6005A<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The combination of excellent extrudability, good strength, corrosion resistance, and surface finish makes these alloys popular across a wide range of industries.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\ude86 Railway &amp; Transportation \u2013 <em>A Core Application for 6005A<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6005A has found particularly strong adoption in the <strong>rail industry<\/strong>, especially for <strong>railway and bus profile structures<\/strong>. It is widely used for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rail vehicle body structures<\/strong> \u2013 including side panels, roof sections, and floor components<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bus and coach profiles<\/strong> \u2013 lightweight structural members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Truck, trailer, and automotive components<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In China, 6005A is extensively employed in the manufacture of <strong>high\u2011speed train car bodies<\/strong>, including end beams and other structural extrusions. Its ability to be <strong>quenched online<\/strong> (using forced air cooling directly from the extrusion press) makes it particularly attractive for high\u2011volume production of large, thin\u2011walled extrusions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\ude9c Structural Tubing &amp; Ladders \u2013 <em>A Core Application for 6005<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6005 alloy is commonly used for:<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Portable ladder structures<\/strong> \u2013 lightweight, strong, and corrosion\u2011resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hand rail tubing<\/strong> \u2013 where a good surface finish is essential<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seamless and structural tubing<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pylons, platforms, and pipelines<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfd7\ufe0f Architectural &amp; Building Construction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both alloys are widely specified for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Window and door frames<\/strong> \u2013 particularly where a high\u2011quality surface finish is required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Curtain wall systems<\/strong> \u2013 6005A extrusions can achieve weight reductions of up to 20% compared to conventional 6063 extrudates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Building and construction applications<\/strong> \u2013 including structural members and architectural profiles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\ude97 Automotive &amp; General Fabrication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Automotive connector stock<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Structural members<\/strong> for vehicle bodies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Platforms and general structures<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\ude91 Furniture &amp; Consumer Goods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tubing for furniture<\/strong> \u2013 lightweight, strong, and aesthetically pleasing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sections where greater strength is needed than given by 6060 and 6063<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aluminium 6005\/6005A vs. Other 6xxx Alloys<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rather than a dense table, here is a practical guide to understanding where 6005 and 6005A fit within the 6xxx series family:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Alloy<\/th><th>Key Strengths<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Extrudability<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Surface Finish<\/th><th>Typical Applications<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>6060<\/strong><\/td><td>Excellent extrudability, good corrosion resistance<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Excellent<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Good<\/td><td>General architectural sections, decorative trims<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>6063<\/strong><\/td><td>Good extrudability, good surface finish, good anodising response<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Very good<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Very good<\/td><td>Window frames, door frames, architectural profiles<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>6005 \/ 6005A<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Better extrusion characteristics than 6061\/6082<\/strong>, medium strength, <strong>superior mill surface finish<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Excellent<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Excellent<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Railway profiles, ladders, structural tubing, architectural extrusions<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>6061<\/strong><\/td><td>Higher strength, excellent weldability, good machinability<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fair<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fair<\/td><td>Structural components, heavy\u2011duty fabrication<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>6082<\/strong><\/td><td>Highest strength in 6xxx series, good corrosion resistance<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fair<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fair<\/td><td>Heavy\u2011duty structures, cranes, bridges<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Choose <strong>6005 or 6005A<\/strong> when extrudability and surface finish are critical \u2013 for complex profiles, ladders, handrails, and railway components. Choose <strong>6061 or 6082<\/strong> when maximum strength is required and extrudability is less important. Choose <strong>6063<\/strong> when anodising appearance is the primary concern (though 6005\/6005A also anodise well).<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a detailed, interactive side\u2011by\u2011side comparison of 6005 or 6005A with any other aluminium alloy \u2013 including 6061, 6082, 6063, or 7075 \u2013 visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/webtools\/alloy-comparison-tool.html\">Aluminium Alloy Comparison Tool<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fabrication &amp; Workability Guide<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfed Extrusion \u2013 The Primary Forming Method<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Extrusion is the <strong>dominant forming method<\/strong> for both 6005 and 6005A. These alloys are specifically formulated for extrusion, offering:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Excellent extrudability<\/strong> \u2013 higher extrusion speeds and lower pressures than 6061 or 6082<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Excellent bending properties<\/strong> \u2013 6005A tube can be bent to tight radii without cracking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good ability to produce intricate sections<\/strong> \u2013 though thin\u2011wall or highly complicated shapes remain challenging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd25 Heat Treatment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As heat\u2011treatable alloys, 6005 and 6005A can be strengthened through:<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Process<\/th><th>Typical Parameters<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Solution Treatment<\/strong><\/td><td>Heating to approximately 530\u2013550\u00b0C to dissolve Mg\u2082Si<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Quenching<\/strong><\/td><td>Water quenching (or forced air cooling for 6005A sections)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Natural Aging (T4)<\/strong><\/td><td>Aging at room temperature \u2013 produces good ductility<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Artificial Aging (T5\/T6)<\/strong><\/td><td>Aging at 160\u2013190\u00b0C for 4\u201312 hours to achieve maximum strength<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most common temper is <strong>T5<\/strong> (cooled from an elevated temperature shaping process and then artificially aged). 6005A\u2019s wider quenching tolerance allows <strong>online quenching<\/strong> directly from the extrusion press \u2013 a significant manufacturing advantage for large\u2011volume production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd27 Welding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both alloys can be welded using <strong>MIG (GMAW)<\/strong> and <strong>TIG (GTAW)<\/strong> methods. Recommended filler alloys include <strong>4043<\/strong> and <strong>5356<\/strong>. However, welding <strong>reduces strength in the HAZ<\/strong>, and designers should consider this in structural calculations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2699\ufe0f Machining<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6005\/6005A have <strong>fair to good machinability<\/strong> \u2013 better than 6063 but not as good as 6061. 6005\u2019s higher silicon content improves chip formation and reduces tool wear compared to lower\u2011silicon alloys.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfa8 Anodising &amp; Finishing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both alloys <strong>respond well to common anodising methods<\/strong>, including clear, colour dye, and hardcoat anodising. They also accept <strong>powder coating<\/strong> and <strong>painting<\/strong> effectively, making them suitable for decorative architectural applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Choose Aluminium 6005 or 6005A?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Advantages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Excellent extrudability<\/strong> \u2013 faster extrusion speeds, lower pressures, reduced die wear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Superior mill surface finish<\/strong> \u2013 smoother surfaces directly from extrusion, reducing finishing costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good medium strength<\/strong> \u2013 stronger than 6060\/6063, with properties similar to 6061\u2011T6 in T5 temper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Excellent corrosion resistance<\/strong> \u2013 suitable for marine, industrial, and outdoor applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good anodising response<\/strong> \u2013 accepts clear, colour, and hardcoat anodising<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good weldability<\/strong> \u2013 can be welded using MIG\/TIG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Excellent bending properties<\/strong> \u2013 particularly 6005A tube<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>6005A offers enhanced toughness<\/strong> \u2013 improved stress\u2011corrosion resistance from chromium addition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>6005 offers higher strength potential<\/strong> \u2013 with properties matching 6061\u2011T6 in T5 temper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lightweight<\/strong> \u2013 density of just 2.70 g\/cm\u00b3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fully recyclable<\/strong> \u2013 sustainable choice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u274c Limitations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Not recommended for impact or overloading<\/strong> \u2013 medium\u2011strength alloys, not for high\u2011shock applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficult to produce thin\u2011wall or highly complicated shapes<\/strong> \u2013 despite good extrudability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Welding reduces strength<\/strong> \u2013 HAZ properties are lower than parent metal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lower strength than 6061\u2011T6 and 6082\u2011T6<\/strong> \u2013 not suitable for heavy\u2011duty structural applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limited availability in sheet and plate<\/strong> \u2013 primarily produced as extrusions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Wrap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aluminium 6005 and 6005A (Aluminum 6005 and 6005A) represent a <strong>specialised pair of alloys<\/strong> within the 6xxx series, designed specifically for applications where <strong>extrudability, surface finish, and good medium strength<\/strong> are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While often mentioned together, they are distinct alloys with different alloying strategies. <strong>6005<\/strong> offers higher silicon levels for superior extrudability and a better mill surface finish, achieving properties comparable to 6061\u2011T6 in T5 temper. <strong>6005A<\/strong> adds manganese and chromium to improve toughness and reduce stress\u2011corrosion susceptibility, with wider quenching tolerance allowing online cooling for large\u2011scale production of railway and architectural profiles.<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the high\u2011speed trains of China to the portable ladders in your workshop, from architectural curtain walls to furniture tubing, Aluminium 6005 and 6005A deliver reliable, cost\u2011effective performance where extrudability and surface quality matter most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For engineers and fabricators seeking a <strong>medium\u2011strength, highly extrudable alternative<\/strong> to 6061 or 6082, the 6005\/6005A pair offers an excellent combination of properties. Explore their capabilities relative to other alloys using the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/webtools\/alloy-comparison-tool.html\">Aluminium Alloy Comparison Tool<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcda Related Articles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deepen your understanding of aluminium alloys with these curated guides:<\/p><div class=\"pai-ad\" style=\"min-height:250px;visibility:hidden;\"><span style=\"display: block; text-align: center; font-size: 10px; margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #999999;\">Ads<\/span>\r\n<!-- Display-300x250-1 -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3838168351244230\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9933646018\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/webtools\/alloy-comparison-tool.html\">Aluminium Alloy Comparison Tool<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Compare 40+ aluminium alloys side by side to find the perfect material for your project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/aluminium\/aluminium-6060-alloy-extrusion-properties-guide.html\">Aluminium 6060 Alloy: Cost\u2011Effective Extrusion for Complex Profiles<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 The lower\u2011strength, highly extrudable alternative for architectural applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/aluminium\/aluminium-6061-t6-alloy-properties-machining-applications-guide.html\">Aluminium 6061 T6: Properties, Machining &amp; Applications<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 The higher\u2011strength 6xxx alloy for structural components<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/aluminium\/aluminum-6063-alloy-aluminium-windows-doors-extrusion.html\">Aluminium 6063: The Extrusion Standard for Windows &amp; Doors<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 The most widely used 6xxx alloy for architectural profiles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/aluminium\/what-is-aluminium-and-how-is-it-made.html\">What Is Aluminium and How Is It Made?<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 A foundational guide to aluminium production and alloying<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/p><script>document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\",function(){\n        if(window.innerWidth <= 768){\n            if (\"immediate\" === \"delay\") {\n                setTimeout(function(){document.querySelectorAll(\".pai-ad\").forEach(el=>el.style.visibility=\"visible\")},0);\n            } else if (\"immediate\" === \"scroll\") {\n                window.addEventListener(\"scroll\",function(){\n                    let s=window.scrollY\/(document.body.scrollHeight-window.innerHeight);\n                    if(s>0.1){\n                        document.querySelectorAll(\".pai-ad\").forEach(el=>el.style.visibility=\"visible\");\n                    }\n                });\n            } else {\n                document.querySelectorAll(\".pai-ad\").forEach(el=>el.style.visibility=\"visible\");\n            }\n        } else {\n            document.querySelectorAll(\".pai-ad\").forEach(el=>el.remove());\n        }\n    });<\/script>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Aluminium 6005 and 6005A \u2013 also known as Aluminum 6005 and 6005A \u2013 are heat\u2011treatable aluminium\u2011magnesium\u2011silicon alloys that form a unique pair in the 6xxx series. While often mentioned together, they are distinct alloys: 6005 contains higher silicon levels for superior extrudability and surface finish, while 6005A adds manganese and chromium to improve toughness and &#8230; <a title=\"Aluminium 6005 &amp; 6005A: The Extrusion-Focused Twin Alloys of the 6xxx Series\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/aluminium\/aluminium-6005-6005a-the-extrusion-focused-twin-alloys-of-the-6xxx-series.html\" aria-label=\"Read more about Aluminium 6005 &amp; 6005A: The Extrusion-Focused Twin Alloys of the 6xxx Series\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":17741,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[721],"tags":[4111,4109],"class_list":["post-17740","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-aluminium","tag-aluminium-alloys","tag-aluminum"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17740","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17740"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17740\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17741"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17740"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17740"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aluminiummagazine.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17740"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}