Buy our stainless steel round tube - circular hollow section (CHS), also called stainless steel tube or stainless tubing - in grades 304 and 316 with satin and mirror-polish finishes. From 12mm structural tube up to the 42.4mm and 48.3mm sizes used for handrail and balustrade, our stainless tube suits marine, architectural, catering and general fabrication work, with cut-to-size on request and fast UK delivery.
Stainless Steel Tube Sizes & Weights
| OD x Wall | Weight (kg/m) | Grades / lengths |
| 12mm x 1.5mm | 0.39 | 304 Satin, 6m |
| 16mm x 1.5mm | 0.54 | 304 Satin, 6m |
| 20mm x 1.5mm | 0.69 | 304 Satin, 6m |
| 25mm x 1.5mm | 0.88 | 304 Satin, 6m |
| 30mm x 1.5mm | 1.06 | 304 Satin, 6m |
| 40mm x 1.5mm | 1.43 | 304 Satin, 6m |
| 50mm x 1.5mm | 1.81 | 304 Satin, 6m |
| 42.4mm x 2.0mm | 2.01 | 304 & 316, Satin & Mirror, 5.8m / 3m |
| 48.3mm x 2.0mm | 2.30 | 304 & 316, Satin & Mirror, 5.8m / 3m |
Choose the diameter, grade/finish and length above. Popular stainless tube sizes include 12mm, 25mm and the 42.4mm and 48.3mm handrail diameters. Cut to size is available on request. Work out the weight of any size with our metal weight calculator.
Rackerman is a UK metal supplier: buy stainless steel round tube — also known as stainless steel tube, stainless tubing or stainless CHS — online with fast mainland UK delivery and cut-to-size service, a convenient alternative to a local stainless stockholder near you.
Grades & Finishes
Grade 304 (1.4307) is the most widely used austenitic stainless - excellent corrosion resistance for architectural, structural and general use. Grade 316 (1.4401) adds molybdenum for superior resistance in marine, coastal and chemical environments. Satin is a brushed everyday finish; mirror polish is a bright reflective finish for premium architectural and balustrade work.
Handrail & Balustrade Tube
The 42.4mm and 48.3mm outside diameters (x 2.0mm wall) are the UK standard sizes for stainless handrail and balustrade systems, which is why they are stocked in both 304 and 316 and in satin and mirror finishes. They pair with our stainless handrail tube range and handrail components.
Common Uses
Handrails and balustrades, marine and coastal fittings, architectural features, catering and food-industry frameworks, furniture and display, rollers and shafts, and general stainless fabrication where corrosion resistance and a clean finish matter.
Compare Our Steel Tube Range
Need a different material? Choose the right tube for the job: mild steel CHS (7.5m), ERW round tube (12-38mm), galvanised steel tube for outdoors, lightweight 6063 aluminium round tube, and this 304/316 stainless steel tube. Browse the full steel tube & pipe collection.
Related Stainless Sections
See the rest of our stainless range: round bar, square bar, equal angle, box & rectangle section and sheet.
Cutting & Fabrication
Stainless tube cuts with a stainless-rated cutting disc or bandsaw and welds with appropriate stainless techniques (TIG or MIG with stainless filler). Use stainless-only tooling and pickling paste to restore corrosion resistance at welds. Avoid contamination from mild-steel tools, which can cause surface rust staining.
Delivery Information
Lead times are currently 3-5 working days. Tube is supplied in the length selected, so suitable delivery access is required. If your order is long, please ensure someone is available to help with offloading on arrival.