A tent pole is only as useful as the frame it can hold, and this product is an extruded aluminium tube made in 7000 series alloy and finished with an anodized surface for a light and durable support. Poles of this kind are used to build tent frames, tarp supports, awning frames and temporary shelter structures, where low weight, stiffness and a tidy appearance all matter at once. The anodized layer gives the tube an even colour and adds surface protection during ordinary outdoor use.
The tube is extruded from aluminium alloy and can be supplied with an end tip or a closed end, depending on how the pole will be assembled. Poles may be cut to the required length, drilled for fittings, and joined with connectors, ferrules or shock cord to create a frame. Aluminium keeps the finished poles easy to carry and quick to set up, which suits portable and temporary structures.
The essential form of the tube is an extruded aluminium body in 7000 series alloy, an anodized surface that gives a uniform finish and added protection, the ability to be cut and drilled and fitted with end tips or connectors, and a low weight that suits portable tent and shelter frames.
These poles serve camping tents, beach shelters, tarp and awning frames, gazebos, display frames and other structures that need a light but rigid support. In every case the tube is selected for its balance of weight, strength and finish, and the end tip or fitting is matched to the frame it will join.
The anodized surface can be cleaned with mild detergent and water. Where aluminium poles are joined to other metals, suitable isolating washers or connectors help limit galvanic corrosion. Custom lengths, diameters and end finishes are produced to the drawing or sample supplied by the customer.
When choosing a pole, consider the span the frame must cover, the load it will carry and the fittings that will be used. A larger diameter or a thicker wall generally suits longer spans or heavier loads, while a smaller tube keeps the frame light and easy to handle. End tips, ferrules and elastic cords are matched to the chosen tube so the assembled frame stays aligned and simple to erect. Confirm the alloy, diameter, wall thickness, length and end fitting against the frame before the order is placed. Storage in a dry place between jobs helps keep the finish free of water marks, and poles should be dried before being packed away after wet use. Tolerance on diameter and length is agreed so sections from separate orders still fit the same connectors.
