Aluminium tube round 50 x 2 mm
Premium 50 x 2 mm Round Aluminium Tubes for Professional Event Technology
At LTT you will find high-quality round aluminium tubes with a 50 mm diameter and 2 mm wall thickness from Riggatec – the trusted brand for professional event technology. These versatile aluminium profiles are designed for use as stabilizers, lighting support, banner carriers, tarpaulin holders and decorative attachments in truss constructions. With their robust construction and weather-resistant properties, these round tubes deliver reliable performance in demanding stage and event applications. Whether you're building a modular stage system, mounting lighting rigs or creating custom truss extensions, these 50 x 2 mm aluminium tubes provide the perfect foundation for your professional projects.
Technical Specifications and Material Properties
The 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes are manufactured from high-grade AlMgSi0.5 (EN AW-6060) alloy in T66 condition, ensuring excellent mechanical properties and long-term durability. The outer diameter measures precisely 50 mm, while the 2 mm wall thickness results in an inner diameter of 46 mm – ideal for inserting smaller tubes or mounting internal fittings.
These aluminium profiles offer a tensile strength of minimum 215 N/mm², providing substantial load-bearing capacity for professional applications. The material is fully weldable, anodizable and coatable, allowing you to customize the finish according to your project requirements. Whether you need a natural mill-finish surface, anodized colour coating or powder-coated protection, these tubes accept all standard aluminium surface treatments.
One of the key advantages of aluminium is its self-protecting oxide layer. When exposed to air, the material forms a thin, transparent oxide coating that prevents further corrosion and ensures weather resistance. This makes the 50 x 2 mm round tubes suitable for both indoor and outdoor event applications without requiring additional protective treatments. The lightweight nature of aluminium – combined with its strength – makes these tubes easy to handle during installation while maintaining structural integrity under load.
Riggatec manufactures these tubes to strict quality standards, ensuring consistent dimensions and material properties across all production batches. This reliability is crucial when you're building safety-critical truss structures or precision-engineered stage setups.
Applications in Stage and Truss Construction
The 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes serve multiple functions in professional event technology. As stabilizers in truss constructions, they provide lateral bracing and prevent unwanted movement in large-scale rigging systems. Their precise diameter matches the tube specifications used in many professional truss systems, particularly the Naxpro-Truss FD31-44 series, which also employs 50 mm diameter tubes with 2 mm wall thickness.
For lighting support applications, these aluminium tubes excel as mounting rails for LED bars, PAR cans and moving heads. The 50 mm diameter provides sufficient strength to support multiple fixtures while maintaining a clean, professional appearance. You can easily attach Riggatec clamps, quick-lock connectors and other standard rigging hardware to create custom lighting rigs tailored to your venue requirements.
Banner and tarpaulin mounting represents another common use case. The tubes serve as horizontal or vertical support structures for fabric displays, advertising banners and weather protection systems. Their weather-resistant properties ensure long-term outdoor performance without rust or degradation. The smooth surface prevents fabric damage and allows banners to slide easily during installation.
In decorative truss construction, these round tubes function as elegant extensions and attachments. Unlike square or rectangular profiles, round tubes create a softer visual appearance that works well in corporate events, exhibitions and architectural installations. You can use them as outriggers for additional equipment mounting points or as decorative elements that enhance the overall stage design.
The tubes integrate seamlessly with modular truss systems, allowing you to expand existing structures or create custom configurations. Their compatibility with standard Riggatec accessories means you can build complex rigging solutions without requiring specialized components.
Available Lengths and Custom Cutting Service
LTT stocks 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes in various standard lengths to suit different project requirements. The tubes are available in lengths up to 6000 mm (6 metres), providing flexibility for both compact installations and large-scale constructions. Standard stock lengths include common dimensions such as 500 mm, 1000 mm, 1500 mm, 2000 mm and 3000 mm, ensuring you can find the right size for most applications without requiring custom cutting.
For projects requiring specific dimensions, LTT offers a professional cutting service with tight tolerances of ±1–2 mm. This precision ensures that your tubes fit perfectly into existing truss structures and mounting systems. The cutting service uses professional sawing equipment that produces clean, square cuts without burrs or deformation.
Please note that for shipping purposes, the maximum length for standard delivery is 3000 mm (3 metres). Longer tubes up to 6000 mm are available for collection or special freight arrangements. This shipping limitation ensures safe transport and prevents damage during delivery.
Optional deburring service is available for an additional charge. Deburred edges provide a safer handling experience and create a more professional finish, particularly important when the tubes will be visible in the final installation. Deburred tubes also slide more easily through clamps and connectors during assembly.
When ordering, consider that manufacturing tolerances may result in slight variations in wall thickness and diameter. These variations are within industry-standard specifications and do not affect the structural performance or compatibility with standard fittings.
Load Capacity and Safety Regulations for Event Technology
Understanding load capacity is crucial when using 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes in professional event applications. While these tubes offer excellent strength-to-weight ratio, their Working Load Limit (WLL) depends on multiple factors including span length, support configuration and load distribution.
For horizontal applications such as lighting support bars, the maximum safe load decreases significantly as the unsupported span increases. A 50 x 2 mm tube spanning 1000 mm can support substantially more weight than the same tube spanning 2000 mm. Always calculate load capacity based on your specific installation geometry, and apply appropriate safety factors – typically 1:5 to 1:8 for event technology applications.
When integrating these tubes into truss constructions, compliance with DGUV Regulation 17 (formerly BGV C1) is mandatory for professional event technology in Germany. This regulation governs the safe use of event technology equipment and requires that all load-bearing components meet specific safety standards. While the 50 x 2 mm tubes themselves are high-quality aluminium profiles, their use in safety-critical applications must be validated by qualified rigging professionals.
The tubes' compatibility with Naxpro-Truss FD31-44 systems is particularly relevant for safety considerations. Naxpro-Truss products are engineered to precise specifications and carry TÜV SÜD certification. When using 50 x 2 mm tubes as stabilizers or extensions in Naxpro-Truss constructions, ensure that your installation follows the manufacturer's guidelines and does not compromise the certified load ratings of the main truss structure.
For permanent installations or high-load applications, consider consulting with a structural engineer or certified rigging specialist. They can provide load calculations specific to your configuration and ensure compliance with EN 1090 standards for structural aluminium components. Professional planning prevents accidents and ensures that your event infrastructure meets insurance and regulatory requirements.
Always inspect aluminium tubes before use. Check for dents, cracks, excessive scratches or other damage that could compromise structural integrity. Damaged tubes should be removed from service immediately.
Compatible Accessories and Processing Options
The 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes work seamlessly with Riggatec's extensive range of accessories designed for professional event technology. End caps in various colours (black, traffic grey, signal white) are available to provide a clean, finished appearance and protect the tube ends from damage and moisture ingress. These robust plastic end caps fit tubes with 1–2.5 mm wall thickness and simply push into place without requiring tools.
For connecting tubes and creating rigid structures, you can use quick-lock connectors, tube clamps and welded joints. Riggatec offers specialized clamps designed for 50 mm diameter tubes that provide secure, vibration-resistant connections. These clamps typically feature M8 or M10 bolts and can be tightened to create semi-permanent assemblies that can be disassembled for transport and storage.
Welding is a viable option for creating permanent structures. The AlMgSi0.5 alloy welds easily using standard TIG or MIG welding techniques. However, welding does affect the heat-treated T66 condition in the weld zone, potentially reducing local strength. For safety-critical applications, welded joints should be inspected and tested by qualified personnel.
Anodizing and powder coating allow you to customize the appearance of your aluminium tubes. Anodized finishes provide excellent corrosion resistance and are available in a wide range of colours. Powder coating offers even greater colour flexibility and creates a durable, scratch-resistant surface. Both processes require professional facilities but deliver long-lasting results that maintain their appearance through years of use.
For drilling and machining, aluminium processes easily with standard metalworking tools. The material machines cleanly without requiring special cutting fluids, though using appropriate speeds and feeds prevents work hardening. When drilling mounting holes, use sharp drill bits and support the tube internally to prevent deformation.
The tubes can also be bent to create curved structures, though this requires specialized bending equipment to prevent kinking and maintain consistent wall thickness. Professional tube bending services can create precise curves for architectural installations and custom stage designs.
LTT – Your Specialist for Event Technology
LTT has been your trusted partner for professional event technology for over 25 years, combining extensive product knowledge with manufacturing expertise. As both a leading distributor and manufacturer with our own production facilities in Germany, we understand the demands of professional stage construction, rigging and event production.
Our premium brands – Naxpro-Truss, Riggatec, Bullstage, Litetruss and Junior-Truss – represent the highest standards in event technology. The 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes from Riggatec exemplify this commitment to quality, offering reliable performance that meets the expectations of professional technicians, stage builders and event planners.
When you order from LTT, you benefit from free shipping on orders over €69 and our comprehensive 3-year LTT warranty that protects your investment. We ship worldwide from our facility in Bocholt, Germany, ensuring fast delivery to customers across Europe and beyond. For urgent projects, express shipping is available to meet tight deadlines.
Our B2B customers appreciate our wholesale pricing for resellers and the support of our international dealer network. Whether you're equipping a rental company, building a permanent installation or managing a one-off event, LTT provides the products, expertise and service you need to achieve impressive results.
With over 100,000 positive customer reviews, LTT has earned its reputation as a reliable partner for professional event technology. Our team understands the technical requirements of stage construction and can provide guidance on product selection, compatibility and application. Trust LTT to deliver high-quality aluminium tubes and comprehensive event technology solutions that bring your vision to life.
FAQ – Questions & Answers
The difference between 50 mm x 2 mm and 50 mm x 3 mm aluminium tubes lies in the wall thickness, which significantly affects strength and weight. A 50 x 2 mm tube has a 2 mm wall thickness and weighs approximately 0.83 kg per metre, while a 50 x 3 mm tube has a 3 mm wall and weighs around 1.22 kg per metre. The thicker-walled 50 x 3 mm tube offers substantially higher load-bearing capacity and bending resistance, making it suitable for heavier-duty applications such as the Naxpro-Truss HD31-44 series. The 50 x 2 mm tube, used in Naxpro-Truss FD31-44 systems, provides an excellent strength-to-weight ratio for standard event technology applications including lighting support, banner mounting and truss stabilization. Choose 2 mm wall thickness for typical event applications and 3 mm when higher loads or longer unsupported spans are required.
Yes, 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes manufactured from AlMgSi0.5 (EN AW-6060) alloy can be welded together using standard TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) or MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding techniques. The material welds easily and creates strong, durable joints suitable for permanent structures. However, welding affects the heat-treated T66 condition in the weld zone, potentially reducing local strength compared to the base material. For safety-critical applications in event technology, welded joints should be inspected by qualified personnel and may require load testing to verify structural integrity. Alternative connection methods such as Riggatec clamps and quick-lock connectors offer the advantage of creating strong, reliable joints without heat treatment concerns, and they allow for disassembly when needed for transport or reconfiguration.
LTT stocks 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes in lengths up to 6000 mm (6 metres), providing flexibility for various project sizes. Standard stock lengths include 500 mm, 1000 mm, 1500 mm, 2000 mm and 3000 mm to suit most common applications. For standard shipping, the maximum length is 3000 mm (3 metres) due to transport limitations. Tubes longer than 3000 mm up to the full 6000 mm length are available for collection from our Bocholt facility or can be arranged via special freight services. LTT also offers a professional cutting service with tight tolerances of ±1–2 mm if you require specific custom lengths. Optional deburring service is available to provide clean, safe edges. When planning your project, consider that longer tubes may require additional support points to prevent sagging under load.
Yes, Riggatec manufactures end caps specifically designed for 50 mm round tubes with wall thicknesses between 1 mm and 2.5 mm, making them perfectly compatible with the 50 x 2 mm aluminium tubes. These end caps are available in multiple colours including black, traffic grey and signal white, allowing you to match your project's aesthetic requirements. The end caps are made from robust plastic and simply push into the tube end without requiring tools or adhesives. They provide a clean, professional finish while protecting the tube ends from damage, moisture ingress and debris accumulation. End caps are particularly useful for tubes used in banner mounting, decorative applications and any installation where the tube ends will be visible. They also improve safety by covering sharp edges and preventing injuries during handling and installation.
The load capacity of 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes for lighting support depends on the unsupported span length and support configuration. While the AlMgSi0.5 material offers a tensile strength of minimum 215 N/mm², the practical Working Load Limit (WLL) for horizontal spans decreases significantly as length increases. A 50 x 2 mm tube spanning 1000 mm can typically support more weight than the same tube spanning 2000 mm or 3000 mm. Professional event technology applications require safety factors of 1:5 to 1:8, meaning the actual working load should be only 12.5% to 20% of the theoretical breaking load. For accurate load calculations specific to your installation, consult with a qualified rigging specialist or structural engineer. When using these tubes in truss constructions alongside Naxpro-Truss systems, ensure your configuration complies with DGUV Regulation 17 and does not compromise the certified load ratings of the main truss structure.
Yes, 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes are excellent for outdoor use due to aluminium's natural weather resistance. The AlMgSi0.5 alloy forms a self-protecting oxide layer when exposed to air, creating a thin, transparent coating that prevents further corrosion and ensures long-term durability in outdoor environments. This makes the tubes ideal for outdoor banner mounting, tarpaulin support, temporary event structures and permanent architectural installations. The material withstands rain, humidity and temperature variations without rusting or degrading. For enhanced protection and aesthetic customization, you can specify anodized or powder-coated finishes that provide additional corrosion resistance and colour options. The natural mill-finish surface may develop a slightly matte appearance over time due to the oxide layer, but this does not affect structural integrity or performance. Regular inspection and cleaning help maintain appearance and ensure mounting hardware remains secure.
The 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes are dimensionally compatible with Naxpro-Truss FD31-44 series truss systems, which also use 50 mm diameter tubes with 2 mm wall thickness. This compatibility allows you to use the round tubes as stabilizers, extensions and custom attachments within Naxpro-Truss constructions. When integrating these tubes into certified truss systems, ensure your installation follows the manufacturer's guidelines and does not compromise the TÜV SÜD certified load ratings of the main structure. The tubes can be connected using Riggatec clamps and standard rigging hardware designed for 50 mm diameter profiles. For safety-critical applications, any modifications to certified truss systems should be reviewed by qualified rigging professionals to ensure compliance with DGUV Regulation 17 and EN 1090 standards. The tubes' AlMgSi0.5 material matches the alloy used in professional truss manufacturing, ensuring consistent material properties throughout your rigging system.
LTT's professional cutting service for 50 x 2 mm round aluminium tubes maintains tight tolerances of ±1–2 mm on the specified length. This precision ensures that custom-cut tubes fit accurately into existing truss structures, mounting systems and fabricated assemblies. The cutting process uses professional sawing equipment that produces clean, square cuts perpendicular to the tube axis. While the cut edges are undeburred as standard, you can request optional deburring service for an additional charge to remove sharp edges and create a safer, more professional finish. Manufacturing tolerances may result in slight variations in wall thickness (typically ±0.1–0.2 mm) and outer diameter, which are normal for extruded aluminium profiles and fall within industry-standard specifications. These minor variations do not affect structural performance or compatibility with standard Riggatec accessories and clamps. When ordering, specify your required length clearly and indicate whether you need deburred edges for your application.
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