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Aluminum square tubes overview

Aluminum square tubes, also known as aluminum square tubes, are essential components in numerous industrial and architectural applications. These pipes combine lightness with high strength and corrosion resistance, making them the ideal choice for construction projects, engineering and many other areas.

Unique selling points

  1. Light and stable: Aluminum square tubes offer an excellent strength to weight ratio. They are significantly lighter than steel pipes, making them easier to transport and install while not compromising structural integrity.

  2. Corrosion resistance: Thanks to the natural aluminum oxide layer, these pipes have a good to very good quality corrosion resistance (depending on material). This makes them ideal for use in damp or chemically contaminated environments.

  3. Versatility: The tubes are available in a variety of dimensions and wall thicknesses, making them adaptable to different applications. From light construction to heavy industrial applications, they offer a flexible solution.

  4. Aesthetic and functional advantages: Aluminum square tubes have an attractive metallic surface that can be additionally polished or anodized to ensure even greater corrosion resistance and an attractive appearance.

Technical specifications and advantages

  • Material: Aluminum EN AW-6060 (AlMgSi0.5F22)

  • Dimensions: Vary from 15 x 15 x 1,5 mm bis 150 x 150 x 5 mm .

  • Lengths: Standard length of approx. 6,000 mm, but can also be made to measure.

  • Weight: Lightweight construction with weights starting from approx. 0.616 kg/m (z. B. 30 x 30 x 2 mm) .

  • Surface treatment: Available in ground, anodized or polished finish.

Areas of application

  • Construction: Ideal for the construction of frames, columns and beams in buildings and bridges.

  • Mechanical engineering: Use in machines and devices where lightness and stability are required.

  • Furniture design: Commonly used in modern furniture pieces that are intended to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

  • Transportation: Used in vehicle designs, particularly trailers and commercial vehicles, to reduce overall weight and improve fuel efficiency.

Why you should choose aluminum square tubes

Aluminum square tubes offer a perfect combination of lightness, strength and corrosion resistance. They are versatile and meet the highest requirements in construction and industrial projects. Their different dimensions and surface treatments allow them to adapt seamlessly to the specific needs of each project.

Conclusion

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about square aluminum tubes

1. What advantages do square aluminum tubes offer compared to steel tubes?

Aluminum square tubes are lighter than steel tubes, making it easier to transport and install. They also offer good to very good performance Corrosion resistance due to the natural oxide layer of aluminum. This makes them ideal for applications in moist or corrosive environments. Additionally, aluminum tubes are easier to machine and more aesthetically pleasing because they can be polished or anodized.

2. What dimensions are aluminum square tubes available in?

Aluminum square tubes are available in a variety of dimensions. Standard sizes range from 20x20x2 mm to 150x150x8 mm. This variability allows it to be used in different applications, from light construction to heavy industrial projects.

3. What surface treatments are available for aluminum square tubes?

Aluminum square tubes can be provided with various surface treatments to improve their corrosion resistance and aesthetics. Common treatments include polishing, grinding and anodizing. Anodizing offers additional protection against corrosion and gives the aluminum an attractive, colored surface.

4. How resistant are aluminum square tubes to corrosion?

Aluminum square tubes are extremely resistant to corrosion because aluminum naturally forms a protective aluminum oxide layer. This layer hinders the attack of moisture and chemical substances that could lead to corrosion. Additional surface treatments such as anodizing can further increase corrosion resistance.

5. Which applications are particularly suitable for aluminum square tubes?

Aluminum square tubes are versatile and suitable for numerous applications. They are often used in construction for frames, columns and beams. In mechanical engineering they are used in light and stable machines and devices. They are valued in furniture design for their aesthetic and functional advantages. They are also popular in transportation, particularly in the design of vehicles and trailers to reduce overall weight and improve fuel efficiency.