Aluminum Hex / Hexagonal Bar
Aluminum hex bar, or hexagonal bar, is solid extruded aluminum profiles with a six-sided cross-section. This unique shape combines the inherent advantages of aluminum—lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and excellent machinability—with enhanced structural performance. This makes them ideal for fasteners, connectors, CNC-machined parts, and aerospace structural components.
Advantage |
Description |
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Optimized for Machining |
The hexagonal shape provides stable, multi-point clamping in CNC vices and lathe chucks, reducing setup time and improving machining accuracy, especially for rotational parts. |
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Superior Torque & Wrenching Surfaces |
Six flat sides offer excellent grip for wrenches and tools, making it the preferred shape for fasteners and manual adjustment components. |
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Material Versatility |
Available in all major aluminum alloy families, allowing selection for specific needs: high machinability (2011), general strength (6061), corrosion resistance (5052), or maximum strength (7075). |
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Reduced Material Waste |
Using hex bar as stock for hexagonal parts minimizes machining time and material removal compared to starting with round bar, improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness. |
HSTF aluminium hexagonal bar is available in a variety of alloys, from the soft, conductive 1000 series to the ultra-strong 7000 series, designed to meet the precision mechanical and aesthetic requirements of diverse industries. Their geometry provides excellent torque resistance and simplifies handling during the manufacturing process.
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Specification
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Common Alloys |
2011, 2024, 3003, 5052, 6061, 6063, 6082, 7075 … | 2011: Free-machining (T3). 6061: General purpose (T6). 7075: High strength. |
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Temper |
O, H112, T4, T5, T6, T651, T652 | Temper selection depends on required strength, machinability, and post-forming needs. |
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Size (Across Flats) |
3 mm – 250 mm | Standard metric and imperial sizes available. Custom sizes possible. |
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Length |
1,000 mm – 6,000 mm (Standard) | Cut to your exact specified length. Standard lengths: 1m, 3m, 3.05m (10ft), 6m. |
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Tolerances |
Size (Across Flats): ±0.1mm to ±0.5mm. Straightness: ≤ 1mm per 300mm. | Commercial and precision tolerances available per ASTM/EN standards. |
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Corner Radius |
Sharp corners (as extruded) or rounded/filleted corners. | Rounded corners reduce stress concentration and improve safety. |
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Surface Finish |
Mill Finish, Anodized (Clear/Color), Powder Coated, Polished, Brushed. | Mill finish is standard. Anodizing enhances corrosion resistance and appearance. |
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Chemical Composition |
Controlled to strict international standards (ASTM, EN, GB). | Full Material Test Report (MTR) with spectrographic analysis provided. |
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Mechanical Properties |
Varies by alloy and temper. | Data for Tensile/Yield Strength, Elongation, and Hardness supplied per specification. |
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Packaging |
Bundled and strapped, wrapped in protective film, on wooden pallets. | Secured for damage-free international shipping and storage. |
HSTF Aluminum Hex/Hexagonal Bar Hot Selling Products
HSTF offers a wide range of industrial-grade aluminium hexagonal bars to meet diverse performance requirements, from high machinability to superior strength. Each alloy offers unique advantages in strength, corrosion resistance, and machinability, making it ideal for applications such as aerospace structures, precision fasteners, industrial frames, and marine equipment.
Extruded Aluminium Hex Bar
Formed by high-temperature extrusion through a die, this process is suitable for most structural and machining applications. It allows mass production in various across-flat sizes (1/4″ – 3″) and alloy tempers (such as 6061-T6, 6262-T6511). Ideal for applications requiring general strength, good machinability, and cost-efficiency, such as bolt heads, support keys, and fixed connectors.
Cold Drawn Aluminium Hex Bar
Further drawn and finished after extrusion to enhance dimensional consistency, surface finish, and yield strength. This type is ideal for parts requiring high geometric precision and low surface roughness, such as precision-threaded parts, connectors, and CNC machining blanks, commonly used in automatic lathes and high-volume machining operations.
6061 T6 Aluminum Hex Bar|Extruded & Cold Drawn
Medium-strength, heat-treatable alloys. They possess excellent properties such as high strength, corrosion resistance, ease of machining, and ease of welding. The hexagonal structure offers significant advantages in applications requiring secure grip, torque transmission, or rotational alignment.
6061 Aluminum Hex Bar Best-Selling Dimensions |
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| Detail | Process | Detail | Process |
| 1/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T651 | Cold Finished | 1-1/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion |
| 3/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T651 | Cold Finished | 1-1/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T651 | Cold Finished |
| 1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion | 1-1/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion |
| 5/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion | 1-1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion |
| 3/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion | 1-1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T651 | Cold Finished |
| 7/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion | 1-3/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion |
| 1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T651 | Cold Finished | 1-1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T651 | Cold Finished |
| 9/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion | 1-5/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion |
| 5/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion | 1-3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion |
| 3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion | 2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T651 | Cold Finished |
| 7/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion | 2-1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion |
| 1″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion | 2-1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion |
| 1″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Cold Finished | 3″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6061-T6511 | Extrusion |
2011 Aluminium Hex Bar | Cold Drawn
The 2011 boasts excellent machinability, making it ideal for high-speed turning on automatic lathes. It produces short, brittle chips to improve machining efficiency. It is widely used in nuts, connectors, and precision instrument parts.
2011 Aluminum Hex Bar Best-Selling Dimensions |
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| 1/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 7/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
| 3/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 1″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
| 1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 1-1/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
| 5/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 1-1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
| 3/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 1-3/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
| 7/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 1-1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
| 1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 1-5/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
| 9/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 1-3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
| 5/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 1-7/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
| 3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 | 2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2011-T3 |
2024 Aluminum Hex Bar | Cold Drawn
High-strength alloy with good fatigue resistance, suitable for structural stress applications. Lower corrosion resistance compared to other grades. Commonly found in aerospace components and mechanical connectors.
2024 Aluminium Hex Bar Best-Selling Dimensions |
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| Detail | Detail |
| 1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar-2024-T4 | 1-1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar |
| 5/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 1-3/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
| 3/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 1-1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
| 7/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 1-5/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
| 1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 1-3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
| 9/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 1-7/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
| 5/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
| 3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 2-1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
| 7/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 2-1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
| 1″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 2-3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
| 1-1/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 | 3″ Aluminum Hex Bar 2024-T351 |
7075 Aluminum Hex Bar | Extruded & Cold Drawn
7075 aluminum alloy hex bar is extremely strong, comparable to some steels, making it ideal for applications with extreme loads and high strength requirements. It is frequently used in aerospace, tooling, and racing chassis.
7075 Aluminum Hex Bar Best-Selling Dimensions |
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| 7/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T73 | 1″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 |
| 1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 | 1-1/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 |
| 9/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 | 1-1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 |
| 5/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 | 1-3/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 |
| 11/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 | 1-1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 |
| 3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 | 1-5/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 |
| 13/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 | 1-3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 |
| 7/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 | 1-7/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 |
| 15/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 | 2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 7075-T7351 |
6262 Aluminium Hex Bar | Extruded
High-strength, corrosion-resistant, free-machining aluminum alloy. Offers similar strength to 6061 with enhanced machinability and anodizing quality. Ideal for threaded components, mechanical rods, and instrument structures.
6262 Aluminium Hex Bar Best-Selling Dimensions |
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| 1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 | 7/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 |
| 9/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 | 1″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 |
| 5/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 | 1-1/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 |
| 11/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 | 1-1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 |
| 3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 | 1-1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 |
| 13/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 | 1-3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6262-T9 |
6063 Aluminium Hex Bar | Extruded
It exhibits excellent extrusion performance and a high surface finish, making it particularly suitable for anodizing. It is ideal for architectural decoration, railings, furniture frames, and other lightweight structural applications.
6063 Aluminum Hexagonal Bar Best-Selling Dimensions |
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| 1/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 | 1″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 |
| 3/16″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 | 1-1/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 |
| 1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 | 1-1/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 |
| 3/8″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 | 1-1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 |
| 1/2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 | 1-3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 |
| 3/4″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 | 2″ Aluminum Hex Bar 6063-T5 |
HSTF Processing Services
HSTF offers a full range of aluminum hexagonal bar manufacturing and processing capabilities, covering all aspects from raw material forming to surface treatment. These services are designed to meet diverse requirements for precision, strength, and assembly performance.
Precision Machining Capabilities
- Precision cutting (±0.2mm): Supports custom lengths and short-piece processing
- CNC machining: Includes milling, slotting, chamfering, face machining, and locating hole drilling
- Weld beveling: Prepares welded areas to enhance structural stability
Feel free to submit drawings and specifications to get custom machining recommendations and sample services. HSTF professional team is ready to provide the best manufacturing solutions.
Surface Finishing Options
- Anodizing: Improves corrosion resistance and surface hardness, ideal for aerospace, marine, and outdoor structures. Available in black, silver, gold, and other colors.
- Powder Coating: Offers rich color options, UV resistance, and excellent abrasion resistance, suitable for architectural exteriors and display structures.
- Brushed / Polished: Enhances visual and tactile quality, commonly used for decorative items, electronic housings, and furniture components.
- Electrophoresis: Designed for high-humidity and high-corrosion environments, such as marine equipment and heavy-duty systems.
Application
Hex Bar for Machined Components
- Fasteners & Fittings: Ideal stock for CNC machining of custom hex nuts, bolts, standoffs, spacers, and connectors.
- Valve & Pump Parts: Used to manufacture handles, stems, bodies, and fittings in fluid control systems.
- Gears & Sprockets: Serves as blank material for machining timing pulleys, gears, and other rotational parts.
Tooling & Hardware
- Wrench Handles & Bars: The natural shape is perfect for fabricating custom wrenches, lever arms, and pry bars.
- Adjustment Screws & Knobs: Machined into thumbscrews, leveling feet, and machine adjustment components.
Structural & Architectural
- Decorative Trim & Inlays: Used in architectural design for visual interest on facades, furniture, and signage.
- Custom Framing: Employed in specialty frames for displays, art, and machinery where a unique aesthetic is desired.
Why Choose HSTF Aluminum Hex/Hexagonal Bar?
- Fast Delivery: We have extensive inventory to ensure fast delivery of any standard aluminum profile, saving time for the smooth progress of your project.
- Customized Profiles: In addition to standard aluminum profiles, HSTF can also provide customized aluminum profiles according to customer requirements for size and finish. You only need to indicate the alloy, length, quantity, surface finish, end use and other special requirements to us.
- High-Quality Products: The quality of our products complies with standards and certifications and features modern design, high hardness, resistance to bending, anti-rust, and anti-moths, as well as good soundproofing and insulation properties.
- Competitive Price: Our product prices are competitive and we can provide reasonable discounts for large quantities, allowing you to get better prices and better services.
- After-Sales Support: We can provide fast after-sales support to ensure that you receive timely help and support when using our products.
