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What etchant for 6061 aluminum?

I would like to know what Etchants to use to etch 6061 aluminum (the chemicals and quantities). As well as what phases are present when the etching process is done. If this could be answered if would help to further my research.

Thanks

Adam G [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
student - Erie, Pennsylvania, USA
2004

Try Keller's reagent.

Catherine Hunt
- Auburn, Maine, USA
March 19, 2008

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