6061-T6511 Aluminum Round Bar Supplier
Great Lakes Specialty Metals stands as the premier aluminum round bar supplier in Chicago, IL, offering premium products across diverse industries. With a steadfast commitment to quality and reliability, we ensure timely delivery to meet your project requirements.
6061-T6511 Aluminum Rounds
Widely regarded as the top choice for aluminum stock, 6061 round aluminum bar is a versatile material with exceptional properties, including superior corrosion resistance, good workability, machinability, and a high strength-to-weight ratio.
Great Lakes Specialty Metals carries a complete inventory of 6061-T6511 round bar to meet any need. From small ¼” diameter rounds, all the way to 7” diameter and larger. There is no size too large or too small that we can’t supply!
Common applications include aircraft construction, medical equipment, and structural components.
Other Available Grades
While our inventory is primarily 6061-T6511 aluminum rod, we also offer fast turnaround and sourcing capability for other tempers (T6 and T651), as well as other grades such as:
| Grade | Description |
| 2011 | Prized for its exceptional machinability and high-speed cutting properties. Ideal for intricate components, fittings, and fasteners in automotive, aerospace, and precision engineering applications |
| 2024 | Renowned as one of the strongest aluminum alloys, 2024 aluminum round bar finds extensive use in aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications. Though slightly less corrosion-resistant than other grades, its superior strength makes it a preferred choice. |
| 6063 | Primarily utilized in architectural applications, 6063 aluminum offers a smooth finish compared to other alloys. With approximately half the strength of 6061 aluminum, it suits applications such as pipes, railings, and decorative materials where high strength is not a priority. |
| 7075 | Applications in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, marine, defense, and sporting goods, where high performance and reliability are essential. |
Experience the Precision of CNC Band Saw Cutting
Trust Great Lakes Specialty Metals for all your aluminum round bar cutting needs. Our CNC band saw cutting service offers unparalleled precision, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, empowering you to achieve exceptional results in your projects. Contact us today to learn more and experience the difference our CNC band saw cutting service can make for your business.
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Your Trusted Aluminum Supplier in Chicago, IL
Great Lakes Specialty Metals takes pride in being your go-to aluminum round bar supplier in Chicago, IL. We cater to various industries including transportation, food and beverage, automotive, marine, and aerospace, ensuring top-notch quality and service. Contact us today for a quote and experience the difference our expertise can make in your projects.
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We Offer a Variety of Quality Production Cutting Services
Our Metal Shapes
In our extensive inventory we carry rounds, flats, hexes, squares, angles (equal and unequal leg), sheet (both 2B and #4 polished), pipe, plate and all varieties of tubing (round, square and rectangular). If not in stock, we can locate it for you.
Industries Served
We have 9 trucks and offer delivery to the Chicagoland area, Wisconsin and the Midwest region. Material that is in stock from either warehouse can be pulled and delivered the next day. Will calls can be ready the same day the order is placed and usually within a few hours. In special situations delivery may even be possible the same day the order is placed.
