Aluminium Square Tube Profile Manufacturer – SNALCO
Square tube sizes and weights
Aluminium (aluminum) square tube, also sold as square pipe or square hollow section, is a hollow extrusion with four equal sides. It gives the same stiffness in both directions, which makes it handy for columns, frames and gates.
| Quick answer A 30 x 30 x 2 mm square tube weighs about 0.60 kg per metre. Sizes are side x side x wall, in mm. |
Size and weight chart (mm)
| Size (mm) | Wall (mm) | Weight (kg/m) | Wall area (mm2) |
| 20 x 20 | 1.5 | 0.30 | 111 |
| 25 x 25 | 2 | 0.50 | 184 |
| 30 x 30 | 2 | 0.60 | 224 |
| 40 x 40 | 2 | 0.82 | 304 |
| 40 x 40 | 3 | 1.20 | 444 |
| 50 x 50 | 3 | 1.52 | 564 |
| 60 x 60 | 3 | 1.85 | 684 |
| 75 x 75 | 4 | 3.07 | 1136 |
| 100 x 100 | 5 | 5.13 | 1900 |
Theoretical weight at 2.70 g/cm3. Other sizes are possible with a new die.
| Item | What Snalco can supply |
| Alloys | 6063 T5/T6 (general sections), 6061 T4/T6 and 6082 T5/T6 (higher strength), 6005, 6060, 6463; 1XXX series on request |
| Standards | GB 5237-2008, JIS H, AAMA, BS, EN |
| Finishes | Mill finish, anodised (anodized), powder coating, wood grain, electrophoresis, PVDF paint, sand blasting, polishing |
| Further processing | Cutting to length, drilling, punching, bending, welding, machining, fabrication of finished parts |
Where square tube is used
- Framework and support columns
- Gates, fencing and railings
- Protective barriers
- Furniture, racks and shelving
- Machine guards and equipment frames
- Vehicle and trailer fittings
Pick a wall that suits the job
- 1.5 to 2 mm: light frames, display units, covers.
- 3 mm: general frames and gates.
- 4 to 5 mm: larger spans and loaded frames, usually in 6061-T6.
Why Snalco
- Own extrusion plant at Kosamba, Surat, built around a 1600 UST four-column hydraulic press that handles 6 inch and 7 inch billets.
- A working quality lab: spectrometer for chemistry, UTS machine, Rockwell and Brinell hardness testers, conductivity meter, metallurgical microscope and a profile projector for dimensions.
- Cutting to length, drilling, punching and machining done at the plant, so you can receive parts ready to fit.
- ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing, with checks on raw material, during production and before dispatch.
How to order
- Section and size: dimensions in mm, wall thickness, and the profile number or drawing.
- Alloy and temper: for example 6063-T5, or 6061-T6 where more strength is needed.
- Finish: mill finish, anodised, powder coated or another finish from the list above.
- Length and quantity: cut lengths in mm or full mill lengths, and the total weight or number of pieces.
- Delivery point: a city in India or an export port, so freight and packing can be quoted.
| Get a quote for your section • Send the size, alloy, finish and quantity through the contact form, or share a drawing. The Snalco team replies with availability, lead time and a price for your quantity. • Factory: Block No. 604/2, Kosamba, Surat, Gujarat, India. |
Aluminium Square Tube Profile Manufacturer
Extruded aluminium square tube is frequently used in the places where lightweight and corrosion resistance is important, such as framework, support columns, gates and fencing, handrails and protective barriers. At Snalco, we offer a wide range of square aluminium profiles with a variety of alloys, sizes and finishes. All of our square aluminium extrusions can also be cut to a specific size if the existing products cannot meet your requirements.
Precise cutting to length and processing services are available with the fastest lead time.
Features and Specifications of Square Tube Aluminium Profile
Frequently asked questions
What sizes of aluminium square tube are available?
Common sizes run from 20 x 20 mm to 100 x 100 mm with walls from 1.5 to 5 mm. Ask for others.
How heavy is 40 x 40 x 3 square tube?
About 1.20 kg per metre.
How much is aluminium square pipe per kg?
The rate follows the metal price, alloy, finish and quantity. Send your list and we quote.
Is square tube the same as square pipe?
In everyday use, yes. Both mean a hollow square section.
Can the aluminum square tube be anodised or powder coated?
Yes, both finishes are available.
Can you cut and drill it?
Yes. We cut to length and punch or drill to your drawing.
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