Aluminium Square Tubing

FAQ – Everything You Need to Know About Aluminium Square Tubing

Aluminium square tubing is a hollow structural profile with a square cross-section, featuring four sides of equal dimensions. Its hollow design provides excellent rigidity while maintaining a relatively low weight.

Aluminium square tubing is widely used in manufacturing, construction, transportation, and assembly projects where lightweight construction, corrosion resistance, and ease of fabrication are important.

At Groupe David, aluminium square tubing is available in 6061-T6, 6063-T5, and 6005-T5 alloys.

Aluminium square tubing offers several advantages for a wide range of projects:

Reduced weight: Aluminium is lighter than steel, making handling, transportation, and installation easier.
Excellent corrosion resistance: Particularly well suited for outdoor and moisture-exposed applications.
Good strength-to-weight ratio: Certain aluminium alloys provide an excellent balance of strength and light weight.
Ease of fabrication: Aluminium tubing can be cut, drilled, and fabricated to suit project requirements.
Clean appearance: Its silver finish is ideal for applications where aesthetics matter.
Low maintenance: Aluminium naturally resists corrosion, helping reduce maintenance requirements.

Groupe David offers aluminium square tubing in several alloys to meet the needs of different applications:

6061-T6
6063-T5
6005-T5

Each alloy offers different characteristics in terms of strength, formability, machinability, and intended use. The appropriate alloy should be selected according to the project’s technical requirements.

Both aluminium square tubing and steel square tubing are commonly used for structural and fabrication projects, but their properties differ.

Aluminium offers lower weight and excellent natural corrosion resistance, while steel may be preferred for applications requiring higher mechanical strength or greater mass.

The right material depends primarily on the loads to be supported, the operating environment, weight constraints, and the overall requirements of the project.

At Groupe David, aluminium square tubing is available with the following specifications:

Length: Between 20′ and 24′ (≈ 6.10 to 7.32 m)
Outside dimensions: 1/2″ and larger (≈ 12.7 mm and up)
Wall thickness: 1/16″ and thicker (≈ 1.6 mm and up)
Alloys: 6061-T6, 6063-T5, and 6005-T5
Colour: Silver

Available dimensions may vary depending on the alloy and profile.

To view available sizes, consult our catalogue or contact our team.

Aluminium square tubing is commonly used in projects requiring a lightweight yet rigid structural profile, including:

Frames and structural assemblies
Industrial equipment
Trailers and transportation equipment
Architectural structures
Furniture and specialized equipment
Supports and assemblies
Custom fabrication projects
Outdoor applications

Its square shape also provides four flat surfaces that simplify assembly, fastening, and structural fabrication.

Choosing the right aluminium square tubing depends on several important factors.

Dimensions

The outside dimensions and wall thickness should be selected according to:

The size of the structure
The loads to be supported
The required rigidity
Project weight constraints
The intended assembly method

Alloy

Groupe David offers square tubing in 6061-T6, 6063-T5, and 6005-T5. The appropriate alloy depends on the required strength, fabrication process, and intended application.

Operating environment

For outdoor or moisture-exposed applications, aluminium’s natural corrosion resistance can provide a significant advantage.

Our team can help you determine the aluminium square tubing best suited to your project.

Yes. Aluminium square tubing can be cut to size according to your project specifications.

Custom cutting helps you:

Receive components ready for assembly
Reduce fabrication work in the shop
Simplify transportation and handling
Optimize material usage

Simply provide your required dimensions to request a quote tailored to your needs.

The price of aluminium square tubing varies according to several factors, including:

Outside dimensions
Wall thickness
Alloy
Required length
Order quantity
Custom cutting requirements
Aluminium market fluctuations

For accurate pricing, we recommend requesting a quote for your project.

Yes. We offer a delivery service for aluminium square tubing, whether ordered in standard lengths or cut to size.

Materials can be delivered directly:

To your job site
To your workshop
To your plant
Or to any other agreed-upon location

Our aluminium distribution and delivery service serves Estrie, Montérégie, and surrounding regions, with logistics tailored to industrial, manufacturing, and construction projects.