Durable Hollow Aluminum Tubes in Various Sizes and Alloys

Product Description

Aluminum, a versatile and essential material, is stocked in a variety of strengths to meet diverse needs. Its range spans from Specification 1100-0, with a yield strength of approximately 5,000 lbs. per square inch, to the robust Specification 7075-T6, boasting an impressive yield strength of about 70,000 lbs. per square inch. This allows for tailored solutions in numerous applications, ensuring strength and durability across the board.

Below are some of the typical applications where these specifications shine, providing exceptional performance and reliability.
Utility Sheet: This versatile material is ideal for a wide array of general sheet metal work. From flashings to ductwork and lining walls, its adaptability makes it a staple in construction and architecture.

1100-0: Renowned for its primary use in spinning and deep drawing, this alloy is perfect for crafting utensils and ornaments, offering exceptional formability and aesthetic appeal.

1100-H14 and 3003-H14: These specification alloys are preferred choices for general forming operations, bringing precise shaping and reliable performance to various applications.

5005-H14: Exhibiting characteristics akin to 3003-H14, this alloy surpasses with superior corrosion resistance and a homogenous, smooth surface finish suitable for anodizing. Ideal for curtain walls, decorative trims, control panel boxes, and signs, it offers both functionality and style.

5052-H32 and H34: Known for its superior strength and exceptional forming qualities, this alloy is tailored for marine applications, ensuring resilience and efficiency in demanding environments.

5083-H321 and H323: This alloy offers high weld joint efficiencies across different tempers. It excels in tank work and heavy transport, leveraging its outstanding welded properties for maximum advantage.

5454-H32: A sister alloy to 5083, it provides reliable performance with a lower stress corrosion rating when operating in temperatures ranging from 150°F to 300°F. Common uses include truck dump bodies, tanker trucks, exhaust stacks, and chemical handling tanks, promising durability and safety.

6061-T6: Esteemed as an excellent all-purpose alloy, this material offers high strength alongside superior corrosion resistance. Its versatility is evident in applications such as mine cars, logging chutes, and ship construction, where reliability is paramount.

Painted Aluminum: Alloys like 1100, 3003, 3105, 5005, and 5052 are available in painted form, offering a wide range of mechanical properties and finishes. From high-durability exterior coatings to specialized epoxies, polyesters, and metallics, the options abound. Standard colors can be chosen, or custom color matching is available, with coatings applied to one or both sides to meet all aesthetic and functional requirements.