160mm x 160mm x 8mm Mild Steel Box Section

Description

160mm x 160mm x 8mm Mild Steel Box Section

Our 160mm x 160mm x 8mm Mild Steel Box Section is a square hollow structural steel section designed for fabrication, engineering, construction and general industrial applications. Its balanced square profile provides dependable strength, good weldability and a clean appearance, making it suitable for frames, supports, gates, railings, trailers, machinery, furniture and workshop projects.

Key Features

• Square Hollow Section (SHS) profile with consistent external dimensions
• Good weldability and fabrication characteristics
• Suitable for cutting, drilling and general machining
• Can be painted, primed, galvanised or powder coated where appropriate
• Available cut to your required length

Benefits

• Strong, practical hollow profile for fabricated structures
• Clean square appearance for visible frames and furniture
• Easy to incorporate into welded and bolted assemblies
• Cut-to-length ordering can reduce preparation time and material waste
• Suitable for one-off projects and repeat fabrication work

Grade Information

Mild Steel Box Section is commonly supplied in S235JRH structural hollow section grade to BS EN 10219. Selected sections may also be supplied in S355J2H, depending on section size, supplier and current stock availability.

If your project requires a specific material grade, please contact K I Metals before ordering and obtain written confirmation.

Surface Condition

Mild Steel Box Section is supplied with a normal mill surface. Mill scale, light oxidation, handling marks and minor cosmetic variation can occur and are normal characteristics of untreated mild steel.

Corrosion Protection

Untreated mild steel can rust when exposed to moisture. For outdoor, decorative or long-term use, consider a suitable primer, paint system, galvanising, powder coating or another available protective finish.

Typical Applications

• Structural frames and supports
• Gates, railings and fencing
• Trailer and vehicle fabrication
• Agricultural equipment and machinery
• Machine guards and protective structures
• Workbenches, racks and shelving
• Furniture and visible framework
• Construction and general engineering projects

Custom Cut to Your Required Length

Enter your required measurement in the Length box before adding the product to your basket. We will cut the material to your selected length with a manufacturing tolerance of ±3 mm.

Customise Your Product

Depending on the selected size and service availability, you can add drilling instructions, upload a hand sketch or engineering drawing, and choose from available decorative, protective or powder-coated finish options.

Also Known As

• Steel Box Section
• Square Hollow Section
• SHS Steel
• Square Steel Tube
• Square Mild Steel Tube
• Structural Hollow Section

Safety Notice

This product is supplied as-cut and is not deburred. Cut edges may be sharp. Wear suitable protective gloves during handling, fabrication and installation.