Square, Oval, or Hexagonal? Choosing the Right Steel Tube Shape for Your Project

When choosing the right steel tube shape for your project, it’s essential to match the shape to its intended application. Phillips Tube Group offers a wide variety of steel tube shapes, each serving specific industries like material handling, automotive systems, off road vehicles, appliances, and HVAC. The Different Types of Steel Tube Shapes Round Steel…

POSTED ON: October 11, 2024 WRITTEN BY: ballantine

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When choosing the right steel tube shape for your project, it’s essential to match the shape to its intended application. Phillips Tube Group offers a wide variety of steel tube shapes, each serving specific industries like material handling, automotive systems, off road vehicles, appliances, and HVAC.

The Different Types of Steel Tube Shapes

Round Steel Tubing: Versatility in Action

Round steel tubing is the standard for many applications including material handling and HVAC systems due to its ability to handle even stress distribution. It’s also used in automotive exhaust systems, offering durability and consistent airflow. Phillips Tube Group ensures their round tubing is reliable for demanding applications.

Square Steel Tubing: Strong and Stable

Square steel tubing provides consistent strength on all sides, making it ideal for automotive interior frames, material handling, and appliance manufacturing. Its stability and load-bearing capabilities make it a top choice for structural applications. Phillips Tube Group’s square tubing ensures quality and durability in every project.

Rectangular Steel Tubing: Directional Strength

Rectangular steel tubing is perfect for projects like HVAC systems and offroad vehicle frames, where strength along with design functions is crucial. This shape offers enhanced structural support, making it ideal for heavy load-bearing applications. Phillips Tube Group’s rectangular tubes deliver strength where you need it most.

Oval Steel Tubing: Sleek and Efficient

Oval-shaped tubing, including flat oval, elliptical, and oval-sided rectangular tubes, is commonly used in radiant heating and where design meets function.  Due to the streamlined appearance and space efficiency, these tubes are ideal for industries where aerodynamics and space-saving are priorities. Phillips Tube Group offers a variety of oval tubes to meet these needs.

Hexagonal Steel Tubing: Multi-Sided Strength

Hexagonal steel tubing is often used in offroad vehicles and heavy-duty material handling systems. Its six sides provide added stability and strength, making it perfect for high-stress environments like agricultural and solar equipment. Phillips Tube Group manufactures hexagonal tubes designed for durability and long-term performance.

D-Shaped and Double “D” Tubing: Functionality and Stability

D-shaped steel tubing is great for applications requiring a flat side for mounting, such as in HVAC systems and automotive interiors. The double “D” tubing, with two flat sides, offers added stability and ease of installation for burner systems and appliances. Phillips Tube Group’s precision-manufactured D-shaped tubing delivers both strength and versatility for specialized applications.

Teardrop-Shaped Steel Tubing: Aerodynamic Design

Teardrop-shaped tubing is ideal for specialty applications. Its sleek design offers both aesthetic appeal and functional strength, making it a popular choice for multiple applications. Phillips Tube Group ensures these tubes meet the highest performance standards.

Choose the Right Steel Tube for Your Project

Phillips Tube Group offers a wide range of steel tube shapes tailored to specific industry applications, from material handling to automotive and appliance. Selecting the right shape ensures optimal performance and durability for your project. Contact Phillips Tube Group today to find the perfect steel tube shape for your needs.