Aluminium Extrusions For Frame Building

Valuframe : Value aluminum extrusions for frame building

Valuframe extrusions are available in 3 series and these series are denoted by the slot width and the "Core dimensions. The core dimensions are the base outer dimensions and the pitch of the aluminium extrusion slots. There are 3 different slot widths available, 5mm, 6mm and 8mm and generally, the wider the slot, the larger the profile. There are 3 core dimensions, 20mm (Based on 5mm slot), 30mm (Based on 6mm slot) and 40mm (Based on 8mm slot).

Series 5 extrusions are generally based on 20mm core dimensions, with a 5mm slot that allows a maximum slot nut thread of M5, these extrusions are used for small, light applications such as sensor supports, small doors, frames and enclosures. There are other extrusions in this series including flat face versions.

Series 6 extrusions are generally based on 30mm core dimensions, with a 6mm slot that allows a maximum slot nut thread of M6, these extrusions are used for larger applications such as furniture, table top frames and enclosures. There are a growing variety of other extrusions in this series including new flat finish profiles.

Series 8 extrusions are the most popular, based on 40mm core dimensions, with an 8mm slot that allows a maximum slot nut thread of M8, these extrusions are used for a vast range of applications from machine frame building to machine guarding, from special enclosures to vehicle structures. The series 8 extrusion family has the most extrusions to choose from including a growing choice of flat finish profiles.

Aluminium extrusion frameworks are versatile and robust. When connected correctly the aluminium structure is strong and can be quickly and easily re-configred with basic tools.

The standard length for most extrusions is 6 metres and can be supplied in full lengths, or for a small charge the extrusion can be cut to size for you. This is worth considering because not only are cut aluminium extrusions easier and cheaper to transport, it also means you get no wastage of profile that you can not use. On some of the larger profiles this wastage can be a significant factor to some customers.