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Aluminium Round Tube 6063T6 is a tubular shaped 6063 Aluminium Alloy. This alloy is commonly referred to as the architectural alloy. Developed as an extrusion alloy, 6063 Aluminium Alloy has relatively high tensile properties, excellent finish characteristics and high corrosion resistance. It is one of the best suited alloys for anodizing applications including hard coat anodizing for air cylinder tubes

Aluminium Round Tube 6063T6

 Price range: £8.20 through £255.00
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Aluminium Round Tube 6082T6 is a round tubular shaped 6082 Aluminium Alloy. This alloy is in the wrought aluminium-magnesium-silicon family (6000 or 6xxx series). It is one of the more popular alloys in its series. 6082 Aluminium Alloy is typically formed by extrusion and rolling, but as a wrought alloy it is not used in casting. It can also be forged and clad, but that is not common practice with this alloy. It cannot be work hardened, but is commonly heat treated to produce tempers with a higher strength but lower ductility.

Aluminium Round Tube 6082T6

 Price range: £10.86 through £170.82
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Brass Round Tube CZ108 is around shaped tube of CZ108 Brass Alloy. Known as basis brass, CZ108 Brass Alloy is one of the most popular grades of brass due to its hot and cold working capabilities. Supplied primarily as a sheet grade, this material is often used for general purpose and simple forming operations. It offers very good corrosion resistance in normal environments and good machinability at slow speeds. • Specifications CZ108 (CW508L) Basic Brass • Characteristics o Corrosion Resistance: Good o Cold Working: Excellent o Hot Working: Fair o Weldability: Excellent • Uses Common uses of Brass Round Tube CZ108 include: o Scientific Applications o Radiators o Heat Exchangers o Decorative • More Info o Density = 8.44 g/cm³ o Melting Point = 916 °C o Thermal Expansion = 20.5 x10^-6 /K o Modulus of Elasticity = 103.4 GPa o Thermal Conductivity = 116 W/m.K o Tensile Strength = 440 Min MPa o Hardness Vickers = 115 Min HV o Proof Stress = 320 Min MPa o Hardness Brinell = 110 Min HB o Elongation A = 10 Min %

Brass Round Tube CZ108

 Price range: £37.20 through £272.55
Product Weight: 25kg
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Bronze Flat Bar PB102 is a flat shaped PB102 Bronze Alloy bar. PB102 Bronze Alloy is a Phosphor Bronze which contains approximately 5% tin and up to 0.4% phosphorus which increases wear and corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, and stiffness.

Bronze Flat Bar PB102

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Mild Steel Oval Tube Black is an ovular-shaped tube made from black mild steel, known for its strength and versatility. This flat-sided pipe profile is ideal for applications where both structural integrity and aesthetic appeal are required. These hollow metal tubes provide exceptional strength with minimal weight, making them suitable for a wide range of industries and projects.  The term "black steel" refers to the hot rolling production process where steel is heated above its recrystallisation temperature and passed through rollers to achieve the desired physical dimensions. Multiple passes through the rollers may be necessary to achieve the final size. At Buy Metal Online, we offer black mild steel oval tubes in a variety of sizes at 1000mm lengths, with a free cutting service included with every order. 

Key Features of Mild Steel Oval Tube Black

Our black mild steel oval tubing is manufactured to commercial quality standards and can be used across multiple sectors. 
  • Availability: Mild steel is widely available and easy to manufacture so it can be produced in high quantities.
  • Cost-Effective: The material provides excellent value for money, making it a cost-effective solution for projects of all scales.
  • Versatility: With good machinability and excellent weldability, this black mild steel oval tubing can be used for a variety of applications, from structural frameworks to decorative elements.
 

Key characteristics include:

  • Bending/Forming: Fair
  • Corrosion Resistance: Poor*
  • Machining/Grinding: Good
  • Welding: Excellent
  • Wear Resistance: Fair
  • Brinell Hardness: 146 - 187 HB
  • Melting Point: 1426°C
  • Tensile Strength: 470 - 630 N/mm²
  • Yield Strength: 355 N/mm² min
*Although mild steel oval tube black has poor corrosion resistance, it can be easily treated for improved durability.

Popular Uses for Mild Steel Oval Tube Black

Our black mild steel oval tube is a highly versatile product that can be used in numerous industrial and commercial settings. Because this mild steel oval tubing offers excellent machinability and weldability, it can be used for most of the same applications as regular round tubing and piping, making it a versatile alternative. Common uses include:
  • Industrial Applications: Black mild steel oval tubes can be used for the fabrication of components for power plants, wind towers, and offshore structures due to its strength and flexibility.
  • Equipment and Machinery: They are suitable for use in a variety of load-handling equipment as well as mining and earth-moving equipment and machinery, where reliability is essential.
  • Architectural and Structural Steel Works: Perfect for use in architectural frameworks, bridges, and other structural steel projects where both form and function are important.
  • Retail and Commercial Usage: This mild steel tubing is also commonly used for shop fittings such as clothes rails, display racks, and shelving, thanks to its durability and aesthetic appeal.

Order Mild Steel Oval Tube Black from Buy Metal Online

At Buy Metal Online, we offer premium-quality black mild steel oval tubes that are competitively priced to suit all your project needs.  With our best price guarantee, you can be sure you’re getting excellent value for money. We also provide free UK delivery on orders over £100 and a free cutting service to ensure your tubes are cut to the exact specifications you require. We can also manufacture custom lengths and precision cut to size as you need – simply contact our team with your specific requirements. Don’t forget to check out our special offers, including 10% off orders over £100 and 5% off your first order. Choose Buy Metal Online for all your black mild steel oval tube needs and experience exceptional quality, outstanding customer service, and fast, reliable delivery. Explore our range of mild steel tubing today and get the materials you need delivered right to your door. Questions? Get in touch with us!

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Mild Steel Oval Tube Black

 Price range: £14.22 through £29.02
Product Weight: 15kg
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Black Mild Steel Pipe is a commercial-quality tubular pipe made from black mild steel, known for its strength, durability, and versatility. This type of pipe is produced by forming steel billets into sheet metal, then passing the sheets through rollers while the steel is above its recrystallisation temperature to achieve the desired dimensions. Multiple passes through the rollers may be required for precision sizing. The resulting “black” finish comes from the oxidation layer formed during this process, giving the steel its characteristic dark appearance. At Buy Metal Online, we offer high-quality black mild steel pipes in various sizes to suit your needs.

Key Qualities of Black Mild Steel Pipe

Black mild steel pipes are valued across many industries for their excellent mechanical properties, adaptability, and cost-effectiveness. While carbon steel products such as black mild steel pipes can rust when exposed to the elements, they can easily be primed, painted, or treated to improve their corrosion resistance, making them suitable for a wide range of applications.

Key characteristics:

  • • Bending/Forming: Fair
  • • Corrosion Resistance: Poor (can be treated for improved performance)
  • • Machining/Grinding: Good
  • • Welding: Excellent
  • • Wear Resistance: Fair
 

Physical properties:

  • • Brinell Hardness: 146 – 187 HB
  • • Melting Point: 1426°C
  • • Tensile Strength: 470 – 630 N/mm²
  • • Yield Strength: 355 N/mm² minimum

Popular Uses for Black Mild Steel Pipe

Mild steel pipes are highly versatile and affordable, making them a popular choice for fabrications across industries. Thanks to its abundance and low cost, black mild steel is widely used for applications that require durability and structural integrity.

Common uses include:

• Structural Applications: Ideal for constructing building frameworks, bridges, tunnels, communication towers, and other structures. • Piping: Frequently used for piping systems for water, gas, and other fluids, thanks to its strength and adaptability. • Fabrication of Scaffolds: Mild steel pipes are often used to create scaffolding for construction projects due to their durability and load-bearing capabilities. • Industrial Equipment: Suitable for components in mining and earth-moving machinery, as well as load-handling equipment and power plants. • Wind Tower Components: Mild steel pipes are used in the construction of wind towers due to their ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions. • Offshore Structures: These pipes are well-suited for offshore platforms and related equipment, offering reliability in demanding conditions. Whether you’re working in construction, engineering, or industrial fabrication, black mild steel pipes offer a versatile and cost-effective solution.

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At Buy Metal Online, we supply premium black mild steel pipes at competitive prices with a best price guarantee. We offer a number of promotions to make it easier than ever to source high-quality black mild steel pipes at low prices for your project, including: Choose Buy Metal Online for reliable service, quality materials, and fast delivery. Shop our full range of mild steel products today and speak to our team if you have any questions or specific requirements. What our customers say about us:
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Mild Steel Pipe Black

 Price range: £0.00 through £190.51
Product Weight: 15kg
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Bright Steel is steel which has been rolled at room temperature, below its recrystallization temperature. This increases its strength and hardness and decreases its ductility. In addition to improvement of mechanical properties, cold rolling results in more control over the shape and dimensions of the finished product.   Other sizes are available upon request, please contact sales@buymetalonline.co.uk with your requirements

Mild Steel Round Tube Bright E235

 Price range: £12.11 through £145.67
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Hot-dip galvanising is the process of coating iron or steel with a thin zinc layer, by passing the steel through a molten bath of zinc at a temperature of around 860 °F (460 °C). When exposed to the atmosphere, pure zinc reacts with oxygen to form zinc oxide, which further reacts with carbon dioxide to form zinc carbonate, a dull grey, fairly strong material that stops further corrosion in many circumstances, protecting the steel below from the elements. Galvanised steel is widely used in applications where rust resistance is needed, and can be identified by the crystallization patterning on the surface (often called a “spangle”)

Mild Steel Round Tube Galvanised

 Price range: £32.73 through £49.70
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Mild Steel Round Tube S235/S275 is a round shaped S235/S275 Mild Steel tube. S235/S275 is an unalloyed low carbon mild steel grade supplied as hot rolled. As a low carbon steel specification, S235/S275 provides low strength with good machinability and is suitable for welding.   Other sizes are available upon request, please contact sales@buymetalonline.co.uk with your requirements

Mild Steel Round Tube S235/S275

 Price range: £10.54 through £33.36
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Mild Steel Round Tube S355 is a round shaped S355 Mild Steel tube. S355 structural steel is a high-strength low-alloy European standard structural steel covering four of the six “Parts” within the EN 10025 – 2004 standard. With minimum yield of 50,000 KSI, it meets requirements in chemistry and physical properties similar to ASTM A572. Careful attention should always be placed on the specific variation of S355 required if considering substitute material.

Mild Steel Round Tube S355

 Price range: £19.62 through £197.82
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Scaffolding tubes, also known as scaffold poles, scaffolding poles, or scaffold pipes, are essential components used in the construction and maintenance of safe, elevated work platforms. These tubes provide the structural support needed for access during building, repair, or renovation work, offering a stable and reliable framework for workers operating at height. At Buy Metal Online, we supply high-quality scaffolding tubes that are strong, durable, and built to meet industry standards. Our high-quality scaffold tubes are made in mild steel as standard, but we can also provide scaffold poles in other metals, including galvanised steel and aluminium, depending on your project requirements. Available in a variety of scaffold tube sizes, our products have an outside diameter of 48.3mm and are suitable for a wide range of scaffolding systems. There’s no minimum order, so whether you need a single tube or bulk quantities, you can order exactly what you need.

What Are Scaffolding Tubes?

Scaffold tubes are lengths of metal tubing designed to build temporary support structures. Also called scaffold poles or scaffolding pipes, these tubes form the skeleton of scaffolding systems used across the construction industry. Their role is vital when workers need safe access to elevated areas during construction, repair, or maintenance. The strength and reliability of these tubes mean they are a trusted solution in situations where temporary, adjustable, and secure platforms are required.

Key Qualities of Scaffolding Poles

Buy Metal Online’s scaffolding poles are manufactured from high-quality mild steel as standard, offering excellent strength and long-lasting performance in challenging site environments. For added weather resistance, we can also supply galvanised scaffold tubes which have a zinc coating that offers rust and corrosion resistance, which is particularly beneficial in outdoor applications. 

Key qualities include:

  • • Strong and Secure: Able to support heavy loads and provide a solid base for scaffold structures.
  • • Versatile: Suitable for a wide range of scaffold types and applications.
  • • Reliable Sizing: All scaffold tubes supplied have a consistent outside diameter of 48.3mm, ensuring compatibility with standard scaffold fittings.
  • • Customisable: Available in standard and custom sizes and materials to suit your specific project.
  • • Built to Industry Standards: Our reliable scaffold poles are designed to meet stringent safety standards, helping to create a safe and dependable workspace for you and your team.
Our scaffolding tubes are trusted by professionals across the UK for their durability, safety, and flexibility.

Benefits of Using Scaffolding Tubes

Building scaffold structures using steel tubes offers several key advantages:
  • • Quick to Assemble and Dismantle: Our scaffold poles are designed for efficient installation, saving time and labour costs on-site.
  • • Stable and Safe: When installed correctly, scaffolding remains solid, providing a secure working environment that doesn’t shift or sway.
  • • Withstands Harsh Conditions: Resistant to strong winds and rain, making them suitable for year-round use.
  • • Reusable and Adaptable: The modular nature of scaffolding tubes allows them to be reused across multiple projects and easily adjusted as needed.

Common Uses of Scaffolding Poles

Scaffold tubes are incredibly versatile and form the basis of various temporary structures in construction work, particularly in maintenance and renovation projects. They provide the necessary framework and safety measures for different elevated tasks, ensuring accessibility and security for workers. 

Typical applications include:

  • • Single and Double Scaffolds: Common on construction sites for building access and safety.
  • • Cantilever and Trestle Scaffolding: Useful when access from the ground is limited or obstructed.
  • • Support Structures: Used to reinforce formwork, props, and other load-bearing components.
  • • Machinery Access Platforms: Essential in industrial settings where equipment or large machines require maintenance.
  • • Temporary Shelters and Enclosures: For on-site weather protection or enclosed workspaces.
  • • DIY and Residential Projects: Ideal for smaller jobs such as home extensions, roofing repairs, or painting.
When used with the correct scaffold fittings, these scaffolding tubes can be assembled into safe, customisable systems to suit a wide range of job types.

Order Scaffolding Tubes from Buy Metal Online

At Buy Metal Online, we offer scaffold poles for sale in various sizes and materials, with a consistent 48.3mm diameter for compatibility with standard fittings. Our mild steel scaffolding tubes come with a best price guarantee, so you can rest assured you’re getting the best value for money! Plus, you can enjoy 10% off orders over £100 or 5% off your first order.  Shop online today for reliable, high-quality scaffolding tubes delivered directly to your site, ready for the job - no matter the size or scope of your project.  For custom orders or further assistance, please get in touch with our friendly team.

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Scaffolding Tubes

 Price range: £14.50 through £94.17
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Stainless Steel Pipe 304/304L is a tubular shaped 304/304L Stainless Steel Alloy pipe. 304/304L Stainless Steel Alloy has excellent mechanical properties and is resistant to many corrosive agents. It is useful where sanitation and cleanliness are important. Non magnetic in the annealed condition. Hardness and tensile strength can be increased by cold working, but modified by lowered carbon content providing good resistance to corrosion in welded construction where subsequent heat treatment is not practical. Grade 304L (L= low carbon) is the same as the 304 except it has an extra-low-carbon analysis, the advantage of which is that it precludes any harmful precipitation in the 800º F to 1500º F range, such as might otherwise occur in welding heavier sections. Specifications EN 10088-3, 1.4301 Characteristics Cold Working: Good Corrosion Resistance: Excellent Heat Resistance: Good Heat Treatment: Poor Hot Working: Fair Machinability: Good Weldability: Very Good Uses Common uses of Stainless Steel Pipe 304/304L include: Architectural Paneling Bolts Cutlery & Flatware Food & Pharmaceutical Production Equipment Nuts Sanitary Ware & Troughs Saucepans Screws Sinks & Splash Backs Springs More Info Density: 8.00 g/cm³ Electrical Resistivity: 0.72 x10^-6 Ω .m Elongation A50 mm: 45 Min % Hardness Brinell: 215 Max HB Melting Point: 1450 °C Modulus of Elasticity: 193 GPa Proof Stress: 190 Min MPa Tensile Strength: 500 - 700 MPa Thermal Conductivity: 16.2 W/m.K Thermal Expansion: 17.2 x10^-6 /K

Stainless Steel Pipe 304/304L

 Price range: £27.42 through £529.77
Product Weight: 15kg
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Stainless Steel Threaded Bar 304/304L is a threaded bar of 304/304L Stainless Steel Alloy. 304/304L Stainless Steel Alloy has excellent mechanical properties and is resistant to many corrosive agents. It is useful where sanitation and cleanliness are important. Non magnetic in the annealed condition. Hardness and tensile strength can be increased by cold working, but modified by lowered carbon content providing good resistance to corrosion in welded construction where subsequent heat treatment is not practical. Grade 304L (L= low carbon) is the same as the 304 except it has an extra-low-carbon analysis, the advantage of which is that it precludes any harmful precipitation in the 800º F to 1500º F range, such as might otherwise occur in welding heavier sections.  
Specifications EN 10088-3, 1.4301
Characteristics Cold Working: Good Corrosion Resistance: Excellent Heat Resistance: Good Heat Treatment: Poor Hot Working: Fair Machinability: Good Weldability: Very Good
Uses Common uses of Stainless Steel Threaded Bar 304/304L include: Architectural Paneling Bolts Cutlery & Flatware Food & Pharmaceutical Production Equipment Nuts Sanitary Ware & Troughs Saucepans Screws Sinks & Splash Backs Springs
More Info Density: 8.00 g/cm³ Electrical Resistivity: 0.72 x10^-6 Ω .m Elongation A50 mm: 45 Min % Hardness Brinell: 215 Max HB Melting Point: 1450 °C Modulus of Elasticity: 193 GPa Proof Stress: 190 Min MPa Tensile Strength: 500 - 700 MPa Thermal Conductivity: 16.2 W/m.K Thermal Expansion: 17.2 x10^-6 /K

Stainless Steel Threaded Bar

 Price range: £14.14 through £48.04
Product Weight: 15kg
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