Reducing weight is rarely about simply using less material. For design engineers, the challenge is finding the right combination of material, geometry, wall thickness, tolerance and manufacturing method to achieve the required performance at the lowest practical weight.
In aerospace protection systems, reliability is non-negotiable. Components must perform flawlessly in extreme conditions – there is no margin for
Impact extrusion and drawn tube serve different purposes.
Impact extrusion is ideal for closed-end, high-volume components.
Drawn tube is the preferred choice for precision engineering, structural, and fluid applications, offering tight tolerances, excellent surface finish, and flexibility.
At Spartal, drawn tube is what we do. We supply standard and bespoke sizes, offer full material traceability, and provide technical support from specification through to delivery.
Telescopic tubes are ideal for applications that require different sizes to accurately sleeve and slide inside one another. Typical telescopic
In applications where accuracy, strength, and weight saving are critical, large diameter thin wall drawn aluminium tubing offers a clear performance advantage. Spartal specialises in manufacturing precision drawn aluminium tube that meets the demanding requirements of metal stock holders, design engineers, and manufacturing businesses across the UK and beyond.
Aluminium tube plays a critical role across modern engineering, from early stage design through to volume supply. Spartal supplies many of the UK’s metal stock holders, and works independently with product designers, engineers and other product manufacturers to deliver high quality tube solutions.
When it comes to achieving precision, strength and formability in engineering projects, aluminium tubes play a vital role. Among the many temper conditions available, annealed aluminium tube stands out for its excellent ductility, corrosion resistance and ease of fabrication – making it an ideal choice for product designers, engineers and manufacturers working across industries from automotive and aerospace to medical and electronics.
Please let us know your anticipated or actual usage. This helps us determine the most appropriate manufacturing route and ensure we provide a suitable commercial offer for your needs.
Ideally state you outside diameter, internal diameter, wall size & length. If you need a different shape ie. Oval / rectangle, please make a note in the comments box below
Does your section require a surface finish?
The two most common options are anodising and powder coating. You can find more details on these treatments within our Surface Treatments section.
If you’d prefer your section supplied in mill finish, please let us know if you plan to surface treat it later. This helps us ensure we recommend the most suitable product.
1000 Series:
Pure aluminium, excellent corrosion resistance, low strength.
2000 Series:
High-strength aluminium-copper alloys, used in aerospace, lower corrosion resistance.
3000 Series:
Moderate strength, good corrosion resistance, used in cans and cooking utensils.
4000 Series:
Silicon alloys, good for welding, lower melting point.
5000 Series:
Magnesium alloys, excellent corrosion resistance, especially in marine environments.
6000 Series:
Magnesium-silicon alloys, versatile with good strength and corrosion resistance.
7000 Series:
High-strength aluminium-zinc alloys, used in aerospace and high-performance applications.
Each series has its own unique properties, making them suitable for different applications depending on the desired balance of strength, corrosion resistance, workability, and other factors.