With the continuous pursuit of automotive lightweighting, aluminum alloys are progressively replacing traditional steel sheets. As an Al-Mg-Si series automotive sheet, 6016 aluminum alloy features outstanding formability, bake-hardening properties and premium surface quality. It is the top choice for passenger car outer body panels, including doors, hoods, trunk lids and fenders.
6016-T4P Aluminum for Automotive Lightweight Outer Panels
6016-T4P is a pre-aged (T4P) Al-Mg-Si (6xxx series) aluminum alloy sheet specially designed for automotive outer body panels. Its core characteristic: soft and formable during stamping, with increased strength after paint baking. It is developed for exterior panels such as vehicle doors, hoods, trunk lids and fenders.
Applications
Ideal for automotive outer panels such as hoods, doors, trunk lids and fenders. It is a key lightweight material for both conventional fuel vehicles and new energy vehicles globally.
Key Benefits
Superior Deep Drawing Performance
High elongation and controlled springback deliver reliable drawing, flanging and hemming capability. Perfect for complex, curved and streamlined body designs. It minimizes cracking during stamping, raises first-pass yield and fits automated mass stamping production.
Significant Weight Reduction
Aluminum alloy is far less dense than steel. It can reduce part weight by around 45% versus steel equivalents, lowering overall vehicle weight, cutting energy consumption and extending the driving range of EVs.
Great Corrosion Resistance
This Al-Mg-Si alloy offers strong resistance to atmospheric and salt spray corrosion. It works steadily in rainy, coastal and other harsh environments, protecting the car body and extending service life.
Wide Process Compatibility & High Recyclability
It supports common joining methods for auto bodies, including laser welding, spot welding and self-piercing riveting. Aluminum is highly recyclable, low-carbon and eco-friendly, matching the sustainable goals of the automotive industry.
General Product Features
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Size & Supply Range
- Alloy: 6016 Aluminum Alloy
- Temper: T4P pre-aged temper (standard temper for automotive outer panels)
- Standard thickness: 0.7 mm – 1.5 mm | Custom thickness available
- Width: 800 mm – 2400 mm
- Form: Sheets or coils
- Compliance standards: GB/T 33227, EN 485, ASTM B209
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