Rectangular tubes are formed from coils and then ran through a series of dies. They are are welded from the inside to form their shape. Rectangular tubes are generally used for maintenance and structural purposes. Some examples of applications would be building construction, railings, and truck frames. They are measured by their outside dimensions and their wall thickness.
Rectangular Tube is commonly available in Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Hot Rolled Steel and Cold Rolled Steel. It can be purchased online and at any Metal Supermarkets location. It can be cut to your exact specifications.
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Rectangle Steel Tube is a welded structural grade tubing that is available in either type A513 or A500 Grade B, depending on its size and wall thickness. Either grade is ideal for all structural applications, general fabrication, manufacturing and repairs. Steel Rectangle Tube is widely used in industrial maintenance, agricultural implements, transportation equipment, truck beds, trailers, frames, etc. It's box-shape configuration allows for much greater strength and rigidity compared to angles or channels. This steel shape is easy to weld, cut, form and machine with the proper equipment and knowledge. Metals Depot stocks hundreds of sizes of rectangle tube at wholesale prices in ready to ship precut and mill lengths or you can order just what you need custom Cut to Size in any quantity.
Structural Steel tube (tubing) can be used for a wide variety of mechanical applications. It may be used either statically or dynamically. I’s close tolerances, good finish, and dense structure make it ideal for parts such as structural support and parts, frames, racks, trailer beds and trailer components, structural components and supports for buildings, bridges, and highways, conveyors, machine parts, guides, and supports, safety and deck rails, sign posts, athletic equipment, ornamental usages and a wide range of applications in industrial, construction, automotive, appliance, furniture and agricultural industries.
