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Marine grade aluminum pipe tube

A cylindrical hollow profile made from marine-grade aluminum, commonly used in shipbuilding and marine structures due to its corrosion resistance and high strength. It is often utilized in pipelines, railings, and frameworks.

Marine grade aluminum pipe refers to aluminum pipe designed and manufactured specifically for use in marine environments. Made of aluminum alloy, these tubes are engineered to withstand the harsh conditions typically encountered in marine applications, such as exposure to salt water, moisture and corrosive elements.

Aluminum tubes used in marine applications are commonly used in a variety of ship structures, including frames, railings, mast supports and other components, where lightweight, corrosion-resistant materials are critical for long-term performance and safety.

These pipes and tubes are often manufactured to meet specific industry standards and may have additional treatments or coatings to increase their resistance to corrosion and other environmental factors.

Marine grade aluminum pipe tube

Features of Marine Aluminum Tube

  • 1. Corrosion Resistance: Capable of withstanding salt spray and moisture in marine environments, extending its service life.
  • 2. High Strength: Aluminum alloys offer an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, allowing the cylindrical hollow profile to provide sufficient strength while maintaining a low weight. This helps enhance the overall efficiency and performance of ships and marine structures.
  • 3. Machinability: Aluminum alloy materials are easy to machine, allowing for cutting, welding, and forming as needed to meet different design and engineering requirements.

Marine Aluminum Tube Typical Specifications

Marine Aluminum Tube Specifications Measurement Chart

Marine Aluminum Tube Specifications Measurement Chart

Diameter (D) mm 22 35 45 50 60 70 80 108 120 130
Thickness (T) mm 3 5 4 3 6 5 5 8 5 10

Marine Aluminum Tube Alloys

Marine-grade aluminum tubes generally use alloys 6061, 6063, and 6082. These aluminum tubes each have unique advantages in marine and ocean environments.

  • 6061 aluminum tubes are known for their high strength and good corrosion resistance, making them suitable for heavy-duty structures and load-bearing applications.
  • 6063 aluminum tubes excel in surface finishing and machinability, making them ideal for decorative and lightweight structures.
  • 6082 aluminum tubes offer high strength and corrosion resistance, suitable for applications requiring high load-bearing capacity and durability.

6061 Marine Grade Aluminum Tube

  • Strength and Toughness: The 6061 alloy provides high strength and good toughness, especially in the T6 temper, exhibiting excellent mechanical properties.
  • Corrosion Resistance: This aluminum alloy demonstrates good corrosion resistance in most marine environments, making it suitable for salt spray conditions.

Applications

  • Structural Piping: Widely used in structural piping systems for ships and marine platforms, capable of withstanding high loads and resisting harsh environmental conditions.
  • Frames and Supports: Used in the manufacturing of various frames and support structures, such as hull supports and platform frames, offering an excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
  • Other Applications: Due to its excellent machinability, 6061 aluminum tubes can also be used to create various custom parts and fittings.

6061 Marine Grade Aluminum Tube

6063 Marine Grade Aluminum Tube

  • Strength and Machinability: The 6063 alloy typically has lower strength but excellent machinability and surface finishing properties, making it an ideal choice for aluminum tubes.
  • Corrosion Resistance: In marine environments, 6063 aluminum tubes also exhibit good corrosion resistance, suitable for applications exposed to moisture and salt spray.

Applications

  • Decorative Piping: 6063 aluminum tubes are commonly used in applications that require high surface finish and decorative effects, such as railings, handrails, and decorative structures on ships.
  • Lightweight Structures: Suitable for lightweight structures and non-load-bearing applications, such as interior frames and fittings.
  • Other Applications: Also used in manufacturing parts requiring a good surface finish and appearance.

6063 Marine Grade Aluminum Tube

6082 Marine Grade Aluminum Tube

  • Strength and Durability: The 6082 alloy is one of the stronger aluminum alloys, especially in the T6 temper, providing excellent mechanical properties.
  • Corrosion Resistance: Exhibits good corrosion resistance in marine environments, suitable for applications exposed to salt spray and moisture over extended periods.

Applications

  • Heavy-Duty Structural Piping: Widely used in heavy-duty structural piping systems that require high strength and corrosion resistance, such as hull supports, platform structures, and frames.
  • Engineering Applications: Suitable for engineering applications requiring high strength and durability, including main structural components of marine platforms.
  • Other Applications: Due to its high strength and excellent corrosion resistance, it can also be used to manufacture other critical components and fittings.

6082 Marine Grade Aluminum Tube

What shapes are used for marine grade aluminum pipe tubes?

Marine-grade aluminum tubing comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, depending on its intended use and application.

  • Marine grade aluminum round tubes: This is the most common shape of aluminum tubes, providing strength and versatility for a variety of marine applications such as handrails, boat frames, and support structures.
  • Marine grade aluminum square tubes: Square aluminum tubes offer greater rigidity and are often used in applications where strength and stability are critical, such as boat trailers, support beams, and railing systems.
  • Marine grade aluminum rectangular tubes: Similar to square tubes, rectangular aluminum tubes offer strength and stability, but have a different cross-sectional shape. They are commonly used in marine building frames, support structures and shipbuilding.

Marine Aluminum Tube Chemical Composition

Element 6061 Aluminum Alloy 6063 Aluminum Alloy 6082 Aluminum Alloy
Aluminum (Al) Remainder Remainder Remainder
Silicon (Si) 0.40-0.80% 0.20-0.60% 0.70-1.30%
Iron (Fe) 0.70% Max 0.35% Max 0.50% Max
Copper (Cu) 0.15-0.40% 0.10% Max 0.10-0.40%
Manganese (Mn) 0.15-0.40% 0.10% Max 0.40-0.70%
Magnesium (Mg) 0.80-1.20% 0.45-0.90% 0.60-1.20%
Chromium (Cr) 0.04-0.35% 0.10% Max 0.25% Max
Zinc (Zn) 0.25% Max 0.10% Max 0.10% Max
Titanium (Ti) 0.15% Max 0.10% Max 0.10% Max
Lead (Pb) 0.15% Max 0.10% Max 0.10% Max

Marine Aluminum Tube Applications

  • 1. Pipeline Systems: Cylindrical hollow profiles are commonly used to manufacture pipeline systems on ships and marine platforms. These pipelines are used to transport liquids and gases or serve as structural support components.
  • 2. Railings and Handrails: Due to their corrosion resistance and structural strength, these profiles are also used to manufacture railings and handrails, providing safety while ensuring durability and long-term stability.
  • 3. Frames and Support Structures: Cylindrical hollow profiles play a crucial role in frames and support structures, especially in applications requiring lightweight and high strength. They can be used to construct platforms, support frames, and other structural components.
  • 4. Custom Devices: In certain cases, cylindrical hollow profiles can be customized according to specific needs to create various special devices and structural components.

Haomei Marine Aluminum Tube Stock

Product Description ( D x T ) mm D (Diameter) mm T (Wall thickness) mm Brand Weight per meter (kg/m) Previous period inventory
20 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 20 3 6082 T6 0.436 333.5
22 X 3 Aluminum 6063 T6 Round Tube 22 3 6063 T6 0.487 155
22 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 22 3 6082 T6 0.487 190
25 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 25 3 6082 T6 0.564 192.5
25 X 3 Aluminum 6061 T6 Round Tube 25 3 6061 T6 0.564 155
27 X 2.87 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 27 2.87 6082 T6 0.592 369.5
30 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 30 3 6082 T6 0.692 421.5
30 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 30 4 6082 T6 0.889 94
32 X 3 Aluminum 6063 T6 Round Tube 32 3 6063 T6 0.743 85
32 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 32 3 6082 T6 0.743 278
32 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 32 4 6082 T6 0.957 341
34 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 34 3 6082 T6 0.795 245
34 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 34 4 6082 T6 1.025 302
34 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 34 5 6082 T6 1.239 334
34 X 8 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 34 8 6082 T6 1.777 94
35 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 35 3 6082 T6 0.82 225.5
35 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 35 5 6082 T6 1.282 64
38 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 38 3 6082 T6 0.897 9
38 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 38 4 6082 T6 1.162 269
40 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 40 4 6082 T6 1.231 210.5
40 X 8 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 40 8 6082 T6 2.188 200
42 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 42 3 6082 T6 1 455
42 X 3.5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 42 3.5 6082 T6 1.151 251
42 X 3.5 Aluminum 6063 T6 Round Tube 42 3.5 6063 T6 1.151 53
42 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 42 4 6082 T6 1.299 131
45 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 45 4 6082 T6 1.401 56
48 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 48 3 6082 T6 1.154 123.5
48 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 48 4 6082 T6 1.504 81
48 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 48 5 6082 T6 1.837 151.5
50 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 50 3 6082 T6 1.205 155.5
50 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 50 4 6082 T6 1.572 119
50 X 4.5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 50 4.5 6082 T6 1.75 66.67
51 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 51 5 6082 T6 1.965 88.667
60 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 60 3 6082 T6 1.461 24
60 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 60 3 6082 T6 1.461 76
60 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 60 4 6082 T6 1.914 89
60 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 60 5 6082 T6 2.35 94.5
60 X 6 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 60 6 6082 T6 2.769 62.5
60 X 8 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 60 8 6082 T6 3.555 112
65 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 65 4 6082 T6 2.085 186
70 X 6 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 70 6 6082 T6 3.281 18
75 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 75 4 6082 T6 2.427 28
75 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 75 4 6082 T6 2.427 80
75 X 7 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 75 7 6082 T6 4.067 71
76 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 76 5 6082 T6 3.034 116
76 X 6 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 76 6 6082 T6 3.589 87.5
80 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 80 4 6082 T6 2.598 21
80 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 80 5 6082 T6 3.181 3.4
80 X 8 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 80 8 6082 T6 4.922 57
80 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 80 10 6082 T6 5.982 33
85 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 85 5 6082 T6 3.418 115
89 X 4.05 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 89 4.05 6082 T6 2.94 74.5
89 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 89 5 6082 T6 3.589 101
89 X 8 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 89 8 6082 T6 5.537 76
90 X 6 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 90 6 6082 T6 4.307 97
90 X 8 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 90 8 6082 T6 5.606 49.5
90 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 90 10 6082 T6 6.836 15
100 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 100 4 6082 T6 3.281 0
100 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 100 5 6082 T6 4.059 20.5
100 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 100 10 6082 T6 7.691 25
101.6 X 6.35 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 101.6 6.35 6082 T6 5.168 0
102 X 6 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 102 6 6082 T6 4.922 37.5
108 X 4 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 108 4 6082 T6 3.555 86
108 X 8 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 108 8 6082 T6 6.836 48
108 X 8 Aluminum 6061 T6 Round Tube 108 8 6061 T6 6.836 28
110.3 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 110.3 5 6082 T6 4.499 76.5
110 X 10 Aluminum 6063 T6 Round Tube 110 10 6063 T6 8.545 4
114.3 X 6 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 114.3 6 6082 T6 5.553 32.5
114.3 X 8.6 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 114.3 8.6 6082 T6 7.768 57
115 X 9 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 115 9 6082 T6 8.152 7
120 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 120 5 6082 T6 4.913 65
120 X 6 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 120 6 6082 T6 5.845 17.38
120 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 120 10 6082 T6 9.399 44
125 X 3 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 125 3 6082 T6 3.128 151.5
127 X 19 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 127 19 6082 T6 17.535 4
130 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 130 5 6082 T6 5.341 34
130 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 130 10 6082 T6 10.254 6
140 X 6 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 140 6 6082 T6 6.87 12.5
140 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 140 10 6082 T6 11.109 18
150 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 150 5 6082 T6 6.195 8.5
150 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 150 10 6082 T6 11.88 3
150 X 12 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 150 12 6082 T6 14.151 13.467
160 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 160 10 6082 T6 12.818 27
170 X 7 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 170 7 6082 T6 9.75 38
170 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 170 10 6082 T6 13.672 18
180 X 15 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 180 15 6082 T6 21.14 13
190 X 11 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 190 11 6082 T6 16.825 20.5
190 X 12 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 190 12 6082 T6 18.96 19
190 X 20 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 190 20 6082 T6 29.053 10
210 X 5 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 210 5 6082 T6 10.036 39
216 X 12.7 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 216 12.7 6082 T6 22.063 16
280 X 10 Aluminum 6082 T6 Round Tube 280 10 6082 T6 23.072 5.5

Aluminum tubes used in marine applications are commonly used in a variety of ship structures, including frames, railings, mast supports and other components, where lightweight, corrosion-resistant materials are critical for long-term performance and safety.

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