Aluminium Scaffold Tubes
Standard: EN755-2 Grade 6082 T6 / BS 1139-1.2
If you are looking for scaffold poles for sale that offer a genuine weight advantage over steel, these 4.0mm aluminium scaffold tubes are worth considering. Manufactured to EN755-2 Grade 6082 T6, they have a 48.3mm outer diameter and a 4.0mm wall thickness, and they are available in seven lengths from 5ft (1.5m) to 20ft (6.09m). The 20ft tube weighs just 13.09kg, making them straightforward to handle, transport, and position on site.
At 2.15kg per metre, these tubes are significantly lighter than equivalent steel scaffold poles. The lightest variant, the 5ft tube, weighs 3.23kg. The weight saving across a full Scaffolding system adds up quickly, reducing manual handling demands for your team throughout erection and dismantling. Their compliance with BS 1139-1.2 confirms they are built to perform in professional scaffolding applications.
Altrad Generation stocks these aluminium scaffold poles for sale on both a hire and sale basis. The 48.3mm outer diameter matches the standard used across galvanised steel scaffold tube, which means these aluminium tubes are compatible with standard Scaffold Fittings and couplers already in use on your site. Whether you are working on construction, maintenance, or repair projects, these tubes give you a dependable, lighter alternative to steel. Browse the full range of Scaffold Tube & Scaffold Poles to compare aluminium and steel options.
Key Features and Benefits
Grade 6082 T6 aluminium alloy: Manufactured to EN755-2 Grade 6082 T6 for consistent quality and structural integrity.
Lightweight at 2.15kg per metre: Substantially lighter than steel scaffold tube, reducing handling demands across your whole Scaffolding operation.
Seven length options: Available from 5ft (1.5m) to 20ft (6.09m) to suit a range of scaffolding configurations and project requirements.
Standard 48.3mm outer diameter: Shares the same OD as galvanised steel scaffold tube, so your existing Scaffold Fittings and couplers will work without modification.
BS 1139-1.2 compliant: Meets the British Standard for scaffold tube, confirming suitability for professional scaffolding use.
4.0mm wall thickness: Provides the strength needed for scaffolding and maintenance applications while keeping overall weight down.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What sizes does aluminium scaffold tube come in?
A. These aluminium scaffold tubes are available in seven lengths: 5ft (1,500mm), 6ft (1,800mm), 8ft (2,400mm), 10ft (3,000mm), 13ft (3,900mm), 16ft (4,800mm), and 20ft (6,090mm). All lengths share the same 48.3mm outer diameter and 4.0mm wall thickness.
Q. How much does a 6m aluminium scaffold tube weigh?
A. These tubes weigh 2.15kg per metre. The nearest available length to 6m is the 20ft tube at 6,090mm, which weighs 13.09kg. If you need a lighter option, the 13ft tube (3,900mm) weighs 8.39kg and the 16ft tube (4,800mm) weighs 10.32kg.
Q. Is aluminium scaffold tube compatible with standard scaffold fittings and clamps?
A. Yes. These aluminium scaffold tubes have a 48.3mm outer diameter, the same as standard galvanised steel scaffold tube. They are also compliant with BS 1139-1.2, which is the British Standard that Scaffold Fittings and couplers are designed around. You can use them with your existing scaffold clamps without modification.
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