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What is aluminum alloy tubing?
Choosing the right tubing for your project feels complicated, doesn’t it? Using the wrong material can lead to failures, extra costs, and delays. Understanding aluminum alloy tubing helps you select wisely. Aluminum alloy tubing is simply a hollow tube made from aluminum mixed with other elements. These added elements, like magnesium, silicon, or zinc, make […]
What is 6061 T6 aluminum?
Heard about 6061-T6 aluminum but not sure what it means? Choosing the wrong aluminum spec can cause big problems in your project. It’s vital to understand your materials. 6061-T6 aluminum1 is a very popular aluminum alloy. It contains magnesium and silicon. The "T6" part means it has been heat-treated (solutionized and artificially aged) to make […]
Which is stronger, aluminum round pipe or square tubing?
Choosing between round and square aluminum tubes for your project? You need strength, but picking the wrong shape could lead to bending or failure under load. It’s frustrating when structures don’t hold up. Generally, for the same weight, square tubing is stronger against bending forces applied perpendicular to its flat sides. Round tubing handles twisting […]
