Square Tubing 1.6mm – 6.0m Mild Steel Square Tube
The Square Tubing 1.6mm – 6.0m, supplied by SA Home Builder Store, is a high-quality mild steel square tube designed for structural, fabrication, and construction applications. This square hollow section steel tubing is widely used for gates, fencing, frames, carports, supports, and general steel fabrication projects due to its strength, durability, and ease of welding and cutting.
Key Features
Square Tubing 1.6mm – 6.0m Mild Steel Square Tube

- Wall Thickness: 1.6mm steel thickness for strength and durability
- Length: Standard 6 metre steel tubing length
- Mild Steel Construction: Easy to cut, weld, drill and fabricate
- Square Hollow Section: Strong and uniform structural profile
- Multiple Size Options: Available in various square dimensions
- Versatile Use: Suitable for construction, DIY and steel fabrication
Technical Specifications
Square Tubing 1.6mm – 6.0m Mild Steel Square Tube
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Square Tubing |
| Wall Thickness | 1.6mm |
| Length | 6.0 metres |
| Material | Mild Steel |
| Shape | Square Hollow Section |
| Finish | Raw Steel (can be painted or galvanized) |
| Applications | Gates, fencing, frames, carports, supports, construction |
Benefits
Square Tubing 1.6mm – 6.0m Mild Steel Square Tube
- Strong and Durable: Suitable for structural and support applications
- Easy Fabrication: Mild steel is easy to cut, weld, drill and shape
- Cost-Effective: Affordable structural steel solution
- Versatile Applications: Ideal for DIY, residential and industrial projects
- Long Service Life: Can be painted or galvanized to prevent rust
Typical Applications
Square Tubing 1.6mm – 6.0m Mild Steel Square Tube
- Steel gates and gate frames
- Fencing and palisade structures
- Carports and steel roofing structures
- Steel frames and supports
- Trailers and equipment frames
- General steel fabrication and DIY projects
Installation & Handling Tips
Square Tubing 1.6mm – 6.0m Mild Steel Square Tube
- Cut tubing using a steel cutting disc or bandsaw
- Weld using standard mild steel welding rods or MIG welding
- Apply primer and paint or galvanize to prevent corrosion
- Store steel off the ground to avoid rust before use
Why Choose SA Home Builder Store?

SA Home Builder Store supplies high-quality steel products including square tubing, rectangular tubing, reinforcing steel, and structural materials for construction, fabrication, and DIY projects across South Africa. Our products are reliable, durable, and suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Order Here.
Buying square tubing steel — what matters
Specifying Square Tubing 1.6mm – 6.0m Mild Steel Square Tube well is mostly about matching it to the conditions it will actually see.
- Specification over price. Two products in square tubing steel can share a description and be built to very different standards. Check the spec table above before comparing prices.
- Quantity. Order to the drawing plus a realistic allowance. A second delivery usually costs more than the material it carries.
- Lead time. Stock position moves weekly. We confirm availability before you commit, not after.
- Volume pricing. The listed R70 is the single-unit rate; ask for a contract rate on quantity.
Frequently asked
Is Square Tubing 1.6mm – 6.0m Mild Steel Square Tube in stock?
Stock moves daily. Send the quantity you need and we confirm availability, current price and lead time the same day.
Can I get a better price on volume?
Yes. Trade and project pricing is available on request — the listed price is the counter rate.
How is it delivered?
Trade pricing, nationwide delivery. Delivery is quoted against the site address so you see the true landed cost.

