Form · Sizes pending
Metallic — indicative fig. M·94
Fire A1 Non-combustibleEmbodied carbon Data pending Per-m² sourceCompressive 130MPa StructuralDesign life 25yr
Architectural aluminium door frame systems manufactured from 6000-series alloys (typically 6063-T5), available in multiple frame depths (50-150mm) with powder coating or anodised finishes. Engineered for Australian conditions meeting AS 2047 standards.
01 Physical
Density 2700kg/m³
Specific gravity 2.7
Porosity 0%
Water absorption 0%
Hardness 75
UV resistance Excellent
Chemical resistance Good
pH tolerance 4-9
Surface roughness 1.6µm
02 Mechanical
Tensile strength 140MPa
Compressive strength 130MPa
Flexural strength 145MPa
Shear strength 85MPa
Poisson's ratio 0.33
Impact resistance Good
Creep resistance Good
03 Thermal
Thermal conductivity 209W/m·K
Specific heat 900J/kg·K
Thermal expansion 23.4×10⁻⁶/°C
04 Compliance & Fire First question
Combustibility class Non-combustible
Fire resistance level -/30/-
Flame spread index 0
Smoke dev. index 0
Heat release rate 0
05 Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon 155kgCO2e/m²
Carbon footprint 8.2
Embodied energy 155MJ/kg
Water footprint 125L/kg
Recyclability 100%
Recycled content 30%
Renewable content 0%
Circular score 85
VOC emissions 0
Toxicity rating Non-toxic
LEED contribution 7
06 Durability · Cost · Logistics
Expected lifespan 25-40 years
Maintenance interval Annual
Warranty period 10-25 years
Material cost (range) $150-$500
Material cost (per unit) $800-$3000
Lead time 2-6 weeks
Lifecycle cost $3000-$8000
Annual maintenance $20-$50
Market availability Excellent
07 Assessment
Advantages
- Exceptional corrosion resistance in marine environments
- 100% recyclable with 95% energy savings
- Low maintenance requirements (annual cleaning only)
- Structural strength supporting large glazing areas
- Design flexibility with multiple finish options
- Bushfire resistance up to BAL-FZ rating
- 40+ year service life with proper maintenance
- Lightweight reducing structural load requirements
- Termite and pest resistant
- Compatible with automated door systems
Constraints
- High thermal conductivity without thermal break
- Initial cost premium over uPVC alternatives
- Potential for galvanic corrosion with dissimilar metals
- Surface scratching reveals base metal
- Energy intensive primary production
- Limited acoustic performance without specialised design
- Condensation risk in standard (non-thermally broken) frames
- Professional installation typically required
- Colour fading possible in extreme UV exposure
- Frame adjustment limitations post-installation
08 Applications
A1 Residential entry doors (single and double)
A2 Commercial entrance systems
A3 French door configurations
A4 Bushfire-rated assemblies (BAL-12.5 to BAL-FZ)
A5 Accessibility-compliant entrances (AS 1428.1)
A6 Security door frames
A7 Thermal break systems for energy efficiency
A8 Cyclone-rated installations (Region C and D)
A9 Heritage building retrofits
A10 Multi-residential common areas
09 Sources & Standards
Sources pending — citations for this material are not yet recorded. Verify all figures against manufacturer data and current standards before specifying.