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Telescoping Aluminum Tubing

O.E.M. Telescopic Tubes

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Our engineering department will work with you to design and produce the assembly that will best insure your project's success. We look forward to your inquiry.
  • Round tubing made to close tolerances
  • Tubing has an .038" wall thickness
  • Telescopes in 1/8" increments (i.e. 7/8" fits into 1", 1" fits into 1 1/8", etc.)
  • Tube diameters from 3/8" to 1-1/2"
  • Tubes can be cut to any length.
  • Assemblies can be from 2 sections up to 10 sections, depending on lock style.
Stops and overlaps provide bearing and keep legs from pulling apart. Longer overlaps for extra long assemblies can provide extra bearing.


Aluminum Finishing Choices
Etched & Clear or Black Matte Anodized, Bright Dip Gold Anodized, Bright Dip Clear Anodized, Other Colors: Many anodized and powder-coated options are available. Spiral Grinding, Mill Finish.

Attachments/Leg Ends
Cost effective Threads male or female, Rubber Bumpers, Bends, Piercing, Notching & Cross Drilling. Custom plugs and End Fittings, Finials, Leveling Glides, Casters.

Accessories
Ball Swivels, Stamped Mounts, Clamps, Screw Machine Parts, Yokes, Channels/Sign Mounts, Wireforms, Flexible Gooseneck Arms, Instrument Supports, Knobs.

Metal Bases
Square, Round, Oval, Bridge Base, Tripodal, Magnetic, Travel, Presto, Boomerang Shaped Zinc Diecast.

Telescopic Lock Types

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Telescopic Aluminum Tube Systems

telescopic aluminim tubesystems

Round tubing made to close tolerances and telescopes in 1/8" increments (i.e. 7/8" fits into 1" and 1" fits into 1 1/8", etc.). Tubes can be cut to any length. Assemblies can be 2 sections up to 10 sections, depending on lock style. Stops and overlaps provide bearing and keep legs from pulling apart. Longer overlaps for extra long assemblies can provide extra bearing.

Models Available:
Model  SizeStyle
Aluminum "Clutch" Lock Style A 3/8" to 1-1/2"
Split Collar Lock 1/2" to 1-1/2"B
Internal Cam Lock 1/2" to 1-1/4"C
Presto Shock Chord 

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Aluminum Clutch Lock Style A


Aluminum "Clutch" Lock with knurl for easy turning. Split plastic sleeve tightens on the inside leg when the clutch is turned.

Trouble-free, secure, all metal construction.

Available all diameters (3/8" through 1 1/2").

Non-Rotational (NR) compatible down to 1/2" and up to 1 3/8". Specify A-NR.

Models Available:
Model  Size
Aluminum Clutch Lock Style A 3/8" to 1-1/2"

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Split Collar Lock


"Split Collars" are very strong and stiff. Suitable for use with aluminum or steel tubing.

Spring-Loaded for ease of operation with easy-to-turn 2-finger plastic knob.

Available in 1/2" through 1 1/2" diameters.

Non-Rotational (NR) compatible 1/2"-1 3/8".

Models Available:
Model  Size
Style B · Split Collar Lock 1/2" to 1-1/2"

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Internal Cam Lock


Internal "Cam" - Open with a simple twist of the inner leg.

Best when one-hand operation is necessary.

Available in 1/2" through 1 1/4" diameters.

Not NR-compatible

Models Available:
Model  Size
Style C·Internal "Cam" Lock 1/2" to 1-1/4"

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Presto Shock Cord


"Presto" - Shock Cord Legs open instantaneously like magic.

All sections are same diameter, and although tubes do not telescope, they do fold compactly.

Available in all diameters.

Models Available:
Model  Size
Style D · Presto Shock Chord 3/8" to 1-1/2"

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Telescopic & Captive


Telescopic and captive, but non-locking.

Refer to RFQ for available diameters.

Style E - Friction-free with mechanical indented stops.

Non-Rotational (NR)-compatible, specify E-NR

Models Available:
Model  Size
Style E · Telescopic & Captive, non locking 3/8" to 1-1/2"

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Spring-Button


Available from 5/8" to 1 3/8". But, maximum number of sections: 3.

Style F - "Spring-Button" opens to predetermined positions. NR (non-rotational) feature is included.

Style "FA" - Includes an "A" clutch for extra bearing.

Models Available:
Model  Size
Style F · "Spring Button" 5/8" to 1-3/8"

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G Snap Collar Locks


"Snap Locks" are available for 1/2" through 1 1/2".

Simple, this locking system offers a clean look at an economy price point.

Non-Rotational (NR) compatible down to 1/2" and up to 1 3/8".

Models Available:
Model  Size
Style G Snap Collar Locks 1/2" to 1-1/2"

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Set Knob


Specially designed to limit the marring and stay captive.

Models Available:
Model  Size
Style H · Set Knob 3/8" to 1-1/2"


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