Steel Pipes for Scaffolding - Mill Direct Manufacturer
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- Drawing-based customization
- Sample-based customization
- Full customization
Minimum order quantity: 1 ton
Shipping total: To be negotiated
- Lead time:
- confirmed with the quotation
- Packaging:
- standard export packing
- Samples:
- available on request
Product details
Technical Specifications of Steel Pipes for Scaffolding Construction
| Property | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Steel Pipes for Scaffolding Construction | Structural steel tubes used as load-bearing members in temporary scaffolding systems |
| Material Grade | Q235B / S235JR / ASTM A53 Gr.B | Q235B (GB), S235JR (EN 10219), ASTM A53 Grade B (ASTM); equivalent mild carbon steel grades |
| Standard Compliance | GB/T 13793, EN 39, ASTM A53, BS 1139 | Complies with Chinese GB/T 13793, European EN 39, American ASTM A53, and British BS 1139 scaffolding tube standards |
| Chemical Composition – C | ≤ 0.20% | Carbon content controlled to ensure weldability and ductility |
| Chemical Composition – Mn | 0.30% – 0.65% | Manganese improves tensile strength and toughness |
| Chemical Composition – P | ≤ 0.045% | Phosphorus limited to prevent cold brittleness |
| Chemical Composition – S | ≤ 0.045% | Sulfur limited to prevent hot shortness and improve toughness |
| Chemical Composition – Si | ≤ 0.35% | Silicon as deoxidizer; minor strengthening effect |
| Tensile Strength | ≥ 370 MPa (EN 39); ≥ 415 MPa (ASTM A53 Gr.B) | Minimum tensile strength per respective standard; ensures structural integrity under load |
| Yield Strength | ≥ 235 MPa (Q235B / S235JR); ≥ 240 MPa (ASTM A53 Gr.B) | Minimum yield strength guaranteeing elastic performance under working loads |
| Elongation | ≥ 24% (Q235B); ≥ 22% (ASTM A53 Gr.B) | Minimum elongation at fracture indicating good ductility and energy absorption |
| Dimensions (OD × Wall Thickness) | OD: 48.3 mm; Wall Thickness: 3.2 mm (standard EN 39 / BS 1139) | Standard scaffolding tube OD 48.3 mm × WT 3.2 mm; custom sizes OD 33.7–114.3 mm, WT 2.0–6.0 mm available |
| Length | 1.0 m – 6.5 m (standard); custom lengths available | Common lengths: 1.0 m, 1.5 m, 2.0 m, 3.0 m, 4.0 m, 6.0 m, 6.4 m per project requirement |
| Surface Finish | Hot-dip Galvanized / Pre-galvanized / Plain / Painted | Hot-dip galvanized coating ≥ 45 µm per EN ISO 1461 for corrosion protection; plain or painted options available |
| Application | Building construction, bridge works, industrial maintenance, event staging | Widely used as vertical standards, horizontal ledgers, and diagonal braces in modular and tube-and-coupler scaffolding |
| Certification | ISO 9001, CE Marking, SGS, BV, TÜV | Third-party inspection and quality management system certifications available upon request |
| Packaging | Bundled in steel straps; 20–30 pcs per bundle | Bundles secured with steel strapping; end caps applied; loaded in 20 ft or 40 ft containers |
| MOQ | 5 Metric Tons | Minimum order quantity 5 MT per size; mixed sizes accepted for full container load orders |
Steel Pipes for Scaffolding - Mill Direct Manufacturer
Steel pipes for scaffolding construction serve as the structural backbone of temporary and permanent access frameworks across global building, infrastructure, and industrial projects. As a mill-direct manufacturer, we supply scaffolding steel tubes engineered to meet the most demanding load-bearing and safety requirements on job sites worldwide. Our scaffolding pipes are produced under strict quality management systems, ensuring dimensional consistency, reliable mechanical performance, and compliance with internationally recognized standards including EN 39, BS 1139, and ASTM A53. Whether you are outfitting a high-rise residential tower, a petrochemical facility, or a large-scale civil engineering project, our steel pipes for scaffolding construction deliver the structural integrity and durability that contractors and project managers depend on. With mill-direct supply chains, we eliminate unnecessary intermediaries, translating into faster lead times, traceable material certifications, and cost-effective pricing for both small and bulk procurement needs.
What Are Steel Pipes for Scaffolding Construction?
Steel pipes for scaffolding construction are hollow circular steel tubes specifically designed to form the vertical standards, horizontal ledgers, and transverse transoms of scaffolding systems. Manufactured from low-carbon or mild steel, these tubes provide the essential framework for worker access platforms, shoring structures, and formwork support on construction sites. They are engineered to resist bending, axial compression, and dynamic loading encountered in active construction environments.

Steel Pipes for Scaffolding Construction Technical Specifications
Our scaffolding steel pipes are available in the standard 48.3 mm outside diameter with a 3.2 mm wall thickness, conforming to EN 39 and BS 1139 Part 1 requirements. Yield strength reaches a minimum of 235 MPa, with tensile strength of 355 MPa minimum, ensuring reliable load transfer across scaffolding assemblies. Pipe lengths range from 0.5 m to 6.4 m, with unit weight of approximately 3.56 kg/m. Surface treatments include hot-dip galvanizing to ASTM A123 standards (minimum 45 µm coating thickness) and electrostatic painting for extended corrosion protection in coastal or chemically aggressive environments. Custom OD/WT configurations and lengths are available upon request to match project-specific engineering requirements.
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