3.2mm wall scaffold tube from Altrad Generation is a high-yield galvanised steel tube manufactured to BS EN 10219-1:2006 Grade S355JOH in the standard 48.3mm OD scaffold diameter. At approximately 3.56kg per metre, it provides a lighter handling option for scaffold construction where manual tube handling is a priority.
Available for hire and sale from Altrad Generation, Altrad Generation 3.2mm scaffold tube pairs with the full range of scaffold fittings, drop forged couplers, and scaffolding tools for complete scaffold builds. Compare with the 4.0mm galvanised scaffold tube and 4.0mm aluminium scaffold tube for your specific project load requirements.
3.2mm Scaffold Tube Specification
Standard: BS EN 10219-1:2006 Grade S355JOH
Outer diameter: 48.3mm (UK standard scaffold tube)
Wall thickness: 3.2mm
Weight: approximately 3.56kg per metre
Finish: hot-dipped galvanised for corrosion resistance
Available in lengths from 1.5m to 6.4m
Available for hire and sale from Altrad Generation
3.2mm vs 4.0mm Scaffold Tube
3.2mm tube is lighter per metre than 4.0mm galvanised tube, reducing manual handling weight on sites where tube is positioned by hand. 4.0mm tube offers greater wall thickness and higher load capacity for heavily loaded scaffold structures. Your NASC TG20 compliant scaffold design specifies the tube grade required for each element.
Complete Scaffold Tube Range
Altrad Generation supplies three tube specifications: 3.2mm galvanised scaffold tube, 4.0mm galvanised scaffold tube, and 4.0mm aluminium scaffold tube. View the full scaffold tube range for lengths and stock information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is 3.2mm scaffold tube used for?
A. 3.2mm wall thickness galvanised scaffold tube is used for general scaffold construction on sites where the reduced weight of the thinner wall tube is an advantage for manual handling. It suits scaffolding applications where the scaffold design load does not require the additional wall thickness of 4.0mm tube.
Q. What standard does 3.2mm scaffold tube comply with?
A. Altrad Generation 3.2mm scaffold tube complies with BS EN 10219-1:2006 Grade S355JOH, the standard for cold-formed welded structural hollow sections in non-alloy steel. It is manufactured in 48.3mm OD to the UK standard scaffold tube diameter.
Q. What is the weight of 3.2mm scaffold tube per metre?
A. 3.2mm wall 48.3mm OD galvanised scaffold tube weighs approximately 3.56kg per metre. This is lighter than 4.0mm tube, which reduces manual handling weight on sites where tube is lifted and positioned by hand.
Q. What lengths is 3.2mm scaffold tube available in?
A. Altrad Generation supplies 3.2mm scaffold tube in lengths from 1.5m to 6.4m. Contact your local branch to confirm current stock lengths available at your nearest location.
Q. What is the difference between 3.2mm and 4.0mm scaffold tube?
A. 3.2mm tube is lighter per metre than 4.0mm tube, making it easier to handle manually and reducing scaffold structure weight. 4.0mm tube has greater wall thickness providing higher section resistance and load capacity. Your scaffold design to NASC TG20 specifies the required tube grade for each element of your scaffold.
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Contact your local Altrad Generation branch to discuss 3.2mm scaffold tube and scaffolding materials, or find your nearest branch using our branch locator.
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