MMC SiC/Al 6061 (20% SiCp)

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· SiC/Al MMC· Aluminum MMC· DurAlBB®

SiC/Al 6061 is a metal matrix composite (MMC) consisting of silicon carbide particles (20 vol%) dispersed throughout an aluminum 6061-T6 matrix, typically produced via stir casting or powder metallurgy. This material combines the lightweight and workability of aluminum with the stiffness and hardness of ceramic particles, offering improved strength-to-weight ratio and wear resistance compared to unreinforced aluminum alloys. It is used in automotive and aerospace applications where weight reduction, thermal management, and structural rigidity are critical, and represents a practical middle ground between conventional aluminum alloys and more expensive fiber-reinforced composites.

automotive engine componentsaerospace brake rotorsthermal management housingswear-resistant bearings and bushingshigh-performance pistons

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?FDA?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
Composite Layup1 ply · 1.00 mm total

Fiber Direction

+0°
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FiberSiC Particles (20 vol%)
MatrixAl 6061-T6
ProcessStir casting or powder metallurgy
Vf20%

Ply Schedule

+0°SiC/Al 60611 mm

Laminate Code

[0]T

Fiber angles relative to the 0° reference direction (red arrow in 3D view). 0° = longitudinal, 90° = transverse, ±45° = shear paths.

Property OverviewNormalized to typical max values
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Hardness (Vickers)(HV)
180
HV—
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS)
450.0
MPa—
Young's Modulus(E)
100.0
GPa—
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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Thermal Conductivity(k)
170
W/(m·K)—
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion(α (CTE))
0.0000150
1/K—
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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Density(ρ)
2.770
kg/m³—
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Safety & Biocompatibility

Quality & Standards

Industry-Specific

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.