6063 Colored Anodized Threaded Connected Aluminium Tubes
6063 Colored Anodized Threaded Connected Aluminium Tubes
This product covers aluminium tubes made from 6063 series alloy, supplied with a coloured anodized finish and threaded connections. The combination of a light metal tube, an anodized surface and threaded ends makes these tubes suitable for a range of frame, structure, display and general assembly uses where aluminium tubing is preferred.
6063 is an aluminium alloy that is commonly chosen for extruded tube and profile work. It can be formed into round or shaped tube and takes surface treatment well, which is useful when a finished, visible surface is wanted rather than a bare mill finish. Because the tube is made of aluminium, it weighs much less than a comparable steel tube, which helps keep the weight of a finished frame or assembly down.
The tube is supplied with a coloured anodized finish. Anodizing is an electrochemical surface treatment that builds up the natural oxide layer on the aluminium, and colour can be added during the process so the tube carries a colour rather than a plain silver tone. An anodized surface is a practical choice for parts that will be handled or seen, and it can be produced in a range of colours to suit different products.
Threaded Connections
The threaded connection is one of the defining features of these tubes. The ends are threaded so that sections can be joined together or fitted with matching threaded parts. This makes the tube convenient for assemblies built from more than one length, and it can help with building, extending, adjusting and repairing a frame without needing a separate connector for every joint.
When choosing a threaded tube, it is worth checking that the thread and the tube diameter match the parts you already have. Thread type, tube size and length all affect how the pieces fit together, so comparing the tube with the existing parts before ordering helps avoid a mismatch.
Typical Uses
- Frames and supports built from aluminium tubing
- Display stands, racks and general structures
- Equipment and machine tube parts
- Threaded tube sections joined end to end
- Decorative and visible tube parts with a coloured finish
Working with Aluminium Tube
Aluminium tube is straightforward to cut, drill and join, and it can be combined with fittings and threaded parts to build a finished assembly. Because the material is light, it is easier to handle and transport than a heavier metal tube, which is helpful when a structure has to be moved or installed on site. The anodized finish also gives the surface a more finished look for parts that remain visible in the final product.