Why you can’t bent 6061-T6 laser cut aluminum.

Bending 6061-T6 should be avoid in MOST situations. This is why 5052 is the material of choice for most sheet metal projects.
However, 6061 makes a great choice when your parts are only laser cut and not bent. #lasercutting #makersgonnamake #maker #makersofinstagram #battlebots #fsae #firstinspires #firstroboticscompetition #firstrobotics #lasercut #sheetmetal #fabrication

[andreasnygard]

6061 is fine for bending just use bend radi R=T or bigger and bend traverse to grain to avoid cracking.

[highwaltage]

good short, so many people get caught out by aluminium grades.

[Jonofwrath]

Would T0 not be better due to being softer? I know that 6062 T0 is used in the automotive industry for bent hardlines.

[forrestpailes]

you can, you just need a bigger radius

[joeymcedmunds]

Ah....but ya wrong....I been bendin 6061 fa yea'z....🤌