Price range: $4.14 through $12.33
1″ x 1″ x 16 gauge (.063″ wall) square steel tubing is manufactured from ASTM A500 steel, a cold-formed carbon steel specification designed for structural and general-purpose applications. This hollow structural section (HSS) features a uniform square profile with a thinner wall, making it a lightweight and easy-to-handle option for fabrication projects where heavy load capacity is not required. Typically produced in Grade B, it offers good strength, excellent weldability, and consistent dimensional accuracy.
Applications:
1″ square steel tubing (16ga) is commonly used in light-duty fabrication and structural projects, including:
• Lightweight frames, supports, and brackets
• Furniture construction and decorative metalwork
• Gates, fencing, and railing infill
• Equipment enclosures and light guards
• DIY and hobby fabrication projects
• Sign frames and display structures
Advantages:
• Lightweight: Easy to transport, handle, and install
• Cost-effective: Uses less material while maintaining adequate strength
• Excellent weldability: Works well with MIG, TIG, and stick welding
• Easy fabrication: Simple to cut, drill, and modify
• Consistent dimensions: Ensures accurate fit-up and clean assembly
Summary:
The 1″ x 1″ x 16 gauge ASTM A500 square steel tube is a practical and economical choice for light-duty applications. Its lightweight design, ease of fabrication, and reliable performance make it ideal for frames, decorative structures, and general metalworking projects.
* Prices subject to change without notice due to the Metals Market fluctuations.
* All ‘value length’ and ‘value pack’ item measurements are subject to a “mill tolerance”. A product may be produced several thousandths of an inch, either over or under the stated thickness, and still be within “mill tolerance”. This does NOT apply to Cut To Size items. Those will be +.125″, -0.00″ tolerances.
