| Alloy and Temper | 6063-T5 | Al-Mg-Si alloy | Suitable for architectural extrusion and interior door frames | The T5 temper indicates that the extrusion is cooled from an elevated-temperature shaping process and artificially aged. |
| Density | Approximately 2.70 | g/cm³ | Provides a lighter frame than steel at comparable external dimensions | Aluminum density is about one-third that of typical carbon steel, which can simplify handling and installation. |
| Minimum Tensile Strength | Approximately 152 | MPa | Supports reliable resistance to pulling and impact forces in properly designed profiles | Typical minimum value for 6063-T5 extruded profiles under commonly referenced ASTM B221 requirements; actual values depend on product form and specification. |
| Minimum Yield Strength | Approximately 110 | MPa | Helps the frame retain its shape under normal service loads | The value applies to commonly specified 6063-T5 extruded shapes and should be confirmed against the applicable purchasing standard. |
| Elastic Modulus | Approximately 69 | GPa | Profile geometry is important for limiting deflection because aluminum is less stiff than steel | Designers normally compensate with appropriate profile depth, wall thickness, reinforcement, and hardware selection. |
| Thermal Conductivity | Approximately 200 | W/m·K | Allows heat to move readily through the frame | For interior applications, thermal performance is usually less critical than it is for exterior doors; surface coatings and thermal breaks may still be specified. |
| Linear Expansion | Approximately 23.5 | µm/m·°C | Allows designers to account for movement in long frames and changing indoor temperatures | Clearances and installation tolerances should accommodate dimensional movement, especially in large openings. |
| Corrosion Resistance | Good to very good in normal indoor environments | Qualitative rating | Suitable for bedrooms, offices, hotels, apartments, and other dry interior spaces | Performance depends on moisture, salts, pollutants, surface treatment, joint design, and cleaning practices. |
| Common Surface Treatments | Anodizing, powder coating, or liquid coating | Finish selection | Improves appearance, stain resistance, and surface durability | Anodizing creates an electrolytically formed oxide layer; powder coating adds a polymer finish. Coating specifications should state color, thickness, and test requirements. |
| Typical Profile Wall Thickness | Approximately 1.2–2.0 | mm, indicative | Balances weight, rigidity, machining, and material consumption | This is a practical design range rather than a universal requirement. Final thickness must be verified by structural, hardware, and opening-size calculations. |
| Typical Single Door Leaf Size | Up to approximately 900 × 2,100 | mm, indicative | Common reference size for residential and light commercial interior openings | Actual limits depend on leaf construction, glass or panel weight, hinges, locking hardware, and allowable deflection. |
| Indicative Door Leaf Weight | Approximately 15–35 | kg per leaf | Supports easier transport, positioning, and installation than many solid steel alternatives | Weight varies significantly with dimensions, glazing, infill panels, core materials, frame design, and hardware. |
| Moisture Suitability | Suitable with appropriate finish and detailing | Indoor use | Can be used in kitchens, bathrooms, and humid interiors when water exposure is controlled | Avoid prolonged standing water and incompatible fasteners; provide drainage, sealed joints, and corrosion-compatible hardware where needed. |
| Fastener Compatibility | Stainless steel or aluminum fasteners preferred | Material selection | Reduces the risk of galvanic corrosion at connections | Direct contact between dissimilar metals in a wet or salty environment should be isolated with suitable coatings, washers, or sealants. |
| Recyclability | Aluminum is highly recyclable | End-of-life benefit | Supports material recovery and long-term resource efficiency | Recycling outcomes depend on collection systems and separation of aluminum from glass, seals, coatings, and other door components. |
| Recommended Quality Checks | Alloy/temper certificate, dimensions, coating, assembly, and hardware testing | Pre-shipment verification | Helps ensure consistent performance for international projects | Project specifications should define applicable standards, tolerances, finish requirements, corrosion testing, packaging, and installation conditions. |