Square and rectangular tubes are hollow steel tubes with a square or rectangular cross-section. They are often used in construction, machinery manufacturing, and transportation.
Here are some differences between square and rectangular tubes:
Shape
Square tubes have a square cross-section with clear corners, while rectangular tubes have a rectangular cross-section with all four corners at right angles.
Size
Common square tube sizes are 2020mm-400400mm, while common rectangular tube sizes are 2030mm-200400mm.
Manufacturing process
Square tubes are commonly made by cold drawing, cold rolling, and hot rolling, while rectangular tubes are generally made by welding or seamless manufacturing processes.
Application
Rectangular pipes might be more suitable for carrying larger volumes of water, while a square pipe is ideal for structural support.
Square and rectangular tubes are made from hot rolled metal coils that are hollowed out. They are cost-efficient and have a greater strength-to-weight ratio compared to other shaped metal products.