Aluminium Round Tube 9.5mm x 1.6mm – Lightweight Hollow Section for DIY & Fabrication


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Add strength and flexibility to your projects with our Aluminium Round Tube 3/8″ × 16 SWG, measuring approximately 9.5 mm outer diameter × 1.6 mm wall thickness. This lightweight yet rugged aluminium tube is manufactured from alloy 6063-T6 (or similar standard architectural/industrial grade), offering excellent corrosion resistance, good weldability, and reliable performance for both decorative and functional uses. 

Key Features

  • 3/8″ (≈ 9.5 mm) outer diameter × 16 SWG (≈ 1.6 mm wall thickness)

  • Manufactured from high-quality aluminium alloy (commonly 6063-T6)

  • Strong yet lightweight with excellent strength-to-weight ratio

  • Superior corrosion resistance – suitable for indoor & outdoor use

  • Easy to cut, drill, weld, bend, and machine

  • Smooth finish – ideal for visible or decorative applications

  • Versatile hollow section for DIY, craft, industrial, and structural use

Applications

This aluminium round tube size is extremely versatile. Common uses include:

  • Architectural & Decorative Uses: Window trims, door frames, shop fitting displays, signage, balcony rails.

  • DIY & Craft Projects: Model making, furniture accents, hobby projects, art & sculpture.

  • Fabrication & Light Engineering: Small machine components, brackets, supports, frames.

  • Outdoor & Marine: Lightweight fixtures or guard rails where corrosion resistance is needed.

  • Structural Projects: Non-load bearing frameworks, lightweight support structures, partition dividers.

Specifications:

Grade 6063T6
Size 38
Metric Size 9.525 mm x 1.626 mm
Diameter 3/8 in (9.525 mm)
Proof Stress 170 Min MPa
Tensile Strength 215 Min MPa
Elongation 10 Min %
Density 2.70 g/cm³
Melting Point 655 °C
Thermal Expansion 23.5 x10^-6 /K
Modulus of Elasticity 69.5 GPa
Thermal Conductivity 201 W/m.K
Electrical Resistivity 0.033 x10^-6 Ω .m
Machinability Good
Workability - Cold Average
Weldability - Gas Good
Weldability - Arc Very good
Weldability - Resistance Good
Brazeability Very good

 Why Choose This Aluminium Round Tube?

  • Lightweight yet strong — ideal when ease of handling matters.

  • Corrosion resistant — suitable for indoor, outdoor, and mildly harsh environments.

  • Workability — easy to cut, weld, machine, and finish.

  • Aesthetic flexibility — clean metallic look, surface finish accepts polishing, anodizing or painting.

  • Cost-effective — strong performance per cost co

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