Aluminium Square Box Section
Aluminium Square Tube
Here we are looking at Aluminium Square Tube, also known as Aluminium Box Section or Aluminium Square Hollow Section. Our Aluminium Box Section is extruded in a mixture of grades 6063T6 and 6082T6. Being extruded means that the tubes are truly seamless and are perfectly square, which makes them great for use as straight edges as used by brick layers, builders, plasterers, tilers and other tradesmen.
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12.7mm x 12.7mm x 1.6mm Aluminium Box Section (1/2″ x 1/2″ x 16swg)
£2.10 – £9.50 ex VAT Select options -
1/2″ Square End Caps
£0.45 – £18.00 ex VAT Select options -
19mm x 19mm x 1.6mm Aluminium Box Section (3/4″ x 3/4″ x 16swg)
£2.18 – £10.50 ex VAT Select options -
3/4″ Square End Caps
£0.76 – £35.00 ex VAT Select options -
20mm x 20mm x 3mm Aluminium Box Section
£2.34 – £18.50 ex VAT Select options -
25mm x 25mm x 1.6mm Aluminium Box Section (1″ x 1″ x 16swg)
£2.24 – £12.50 ex VAT Select options -
1″ Square End Caps
£0.81 – £35.00 ex VAT Select options -
25mm x 25mm x 3.2mm Aluminium Box Section (1″ x 1″ x 10swg)
£2.45 – £21.00 ex VAT Select options -
32mm x 32mm x 1.6mm Aluminium Box Section (1.1/4″ x 1.1/4″ x 16swg)
£2.31 – £17.95 ex VAT Select options -
1.1/4″ Square End Caps
£0.99 – £44.00 ex VAT Select options -
32mm x 32mm x 3.2mm Aluminium Box Section (1.1/4″ x 1.1/4″ x 10swg)
£2.58 – £31.50 ex VAT Select options -
38mm x 38mm x 1.6mm Aluminium Box Section (1.1/2″ x 1.1/2″ x 16swg)
£2.37 – £17.99 ex VAT Select options -
1.1/2″ Square End Caps
£1.20 – £52.00 ex VAT Select options -
38mm x 38mm x 3.2mm Aluminium Box Section (1.1/2″ x 1.1/2″ x 10swg)
£2.71 – £36.00 ex VAT Select options -
51mm x 51mm x 1.6mm Aluminium Box Section (2″ x 2″ x 16swg)
£2.50 – £24.99 ex VAT Select options -
2″ Square End Caps
£1.52 – £68.00 ex VAT Select options -
51mm x 51mm x 3.2mm Aluminium Box Section (2″ x 2″ x 10swg)
£3.47 – £47.99 ex VAT Select options -
64mm x 64mm x 3.2mm Aluminium Box Section (2.1/2″ x 2.1/2″ x 10swg)
£3.72 – £62.50 ex VAT Select options -
76mm x 76mm x 3.2mm Aluminium Box Section (3″ x 3″ x 10swg)
£4.48 – £72.10 ex VAT Select options -
80mm x 80mm x 3mm Aluminium Box Section
£4.50 – £82.50 ex VAT Select options -
80mm x 80mm x 5mm Aluminium Box Section
£5.34 – £140.00 ex VAT Select options -
102mm x 102mm x 6.4mm Aluminium Box Section (4″ x 4″ x 1/4″)
£7.20 – £177.60 ex VAT Select options
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An Aluminium Box Section has excellent corrosion resistance – it is perfect for outdoor applications as it will not rust. It is a lightweight product, just 1/3rd of the weight of steel box section, and it is excellent for welding. Therefore, an aluminium box section is often used to manufacture welded frames and bearers for applications such as commercial vehicle bodies, trailers, horse boxes and caravans. Should you require your Aluminium Box Section mitred and welded into a frame, please contact us for a quote.
We are a UK supplier of Aluminium Box Section that cut to size – simply select the nearest length from the drop down menu and then follow the instructions on screen to get your Aluminium Box Section cut back to your required length, Free Of Charge.
We also stock Plastic End Caps for some sizes of Aluminium Box Section – these are ideal to complete your project and give it that finished, professional look.
End caps are available to suit the following sizes of Aluminium Square Tube Box Section:
½” x ½” x 16swg
¾” x ¾” x 16swg
1” x 1” x 16swg
1.1/4” x 1.1/4” x 16swg
1.1/2” x 1.1/2” x 16swg
2” x 2” x 16swg
When measuring Aluminium Box Section, it is important to remember that the quoted sizes are external. If the internal hole size is important for your application, please see the table below.
| Imperial Size
(Outside dimensions x Wall Thickness) |
Metric Size
(Outside Dims x Wall Thickness) |
Nominal Internal Dims. |
| ½” x ½” x 16swg | 12.7mm x 12.7mm x 1.63mm | 9.44mm |
| ¾” x ¾” x 16swg | 19.05mm x 19.05mm x 1.63mm | 15.79mm |
| ¾” x ¾” x 10swg | 19.05mm x 19.05mm x 3.26mm | 12.53mm |
| 1” x 1” x 16swg | 25.4mm x 25.4mm x 1.63mm | 22.14mm |
| 1” x 1” x 10swg | 25.4mm x 25.4mm x 3.26mm | 18.88mm |
| 1.1/4” x 1.1/4” x 16swg | 31.75mm x 31.75mm x 1.63mm | 28.49mm |
| 1.1/4” x 1.1/4” x 10swg | 31.75mm x 31.75mm x 3.26mm | 25.23mm |
| 1.1/2” x 1.1/2” x 16swg | 38.1mm x 38.1mm x 1.63mm | 34.84mm |
| 1.1/2” x 1.1/2” x 10swg | 38.1mm x 38.1mm x 3.26mm | 31.58mm |
| 2” x 2” x 16swg | 50.8mm x 50.8mm x 1.63mm | 47.54mm |
| 2” x 2” x 10swg | 50.8mm x 50.8mm x 3.26mm | 44.28mm |
| 2.1/2” x 2.1/2” x 10swg | 63.5mm x 63.5mm x 3.26mm | 56.98mm |
| 3” x 3” x 10swg | 76.2mm x 76.2mm x 3.26mm | 69.68mm |
| 4” x 4” x ¼” | 101.6mm x 101.6mm x 6.35mm | 88.9mm |
What uses does aluminium square box sections have?
An Aluminium Box Section has excellent corrosion resistance – it is perfect for outdoor applications as it will not rust. It is a lightweight product, just a third of the weight of a steel box section, and it is excellent for welding. Therefore, an aluminium box section is often used to manufacture welded frames and bearers for applications such as:
Commercial vehicle bodies
The main benefit of using aluminium square box for vehicles is the strength to weight ratio. Aluminium is strong but lighter than steel. Meaning cars and other commercial vehicles are more fuel efficient. Not only that aluminium has a much better resistance to corrosion than steel as it creates its own protective film of aluminium oxide. Preventing the oxygen from causing rust.
Trailers
For anyone who has hitched a trailer to the back of their vehicle, they will be aware that you can’t just use any car. They need an engine with a certain level of power to be able to tow the trailer. Using aluminium square box sections lowers the minimum requirements needed to tow the trailer, as it is much lighter than steel.
Horse boxes
Similar to the trailer, a horsebox is specifically used to transport horses from one place to another. The horse box has to be strong enough to take the weight of a horse, but also light enough as to be able to tow the horse.
Caravans
Caravans are very popular in the UK, at last estimates, there are around 550,000 caravans in use. Due to how easy it is to weld aluminium square box sections together; it allows for new and exciting designs in caravan building.
What kinds of businesses will have uses for it?
We are one of the most reliable UK suppliers of Aluminium Box Section, that are cut to size. All you need to do is select the nearest length from the drop-down menu, and then follow the instructions. Then we can get your Aluminium Box Section cut back to your required length. What is even better is this service is free of charge. The industries we work with are:
Automotive
Frames for cars need to be safe and secure. When they are welded together, they cannot fall apart! The automotive industry is one of the biggest users of aluminium square box sections and we only provide the best grade for the job.
Manufacturing
The uses of aluminium square box sections are not exclusive to the automotive industry. The manufacturing of shelving and storage racks also require reliable and hardwearing materials. Not only that, but anything from door frames to fences can be made with aluminium square box sections.
Finishing touches
We also stock Plastic End Caps for some sizes of Aluminium Box Section. These are ideal to complete your project and give it that finished, professional look. If you are unsure as to which sizes the plastic end caps are available for then get in touch with us today!
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