Shop our range of 26.9mm x 2.5mm galvanised steel handrail tube – perfect for railings, clothes rails, furniture frames, barriers, and a wide range of DIY and professional projects. The 26.9 mm outside diameter (commonly called “A” size or ¾″ nominal bore) is manufactured to European standards EN10255 (medium series) and fully hot-dip galvanised inside and out for outstanding corrosion resistance. Pair it with our 26.9 mm tube clamps (size A / 133 series) for fast, tool-free assembly of handrails and racking systems.
Top features
- Perfect user-friendly grip – Ideal for children, older people & DDA compliance.
- Lightest & cheapest structural size – Weighing approximately 1.56 kg/metre.
- Compatible with 26.9mm tube clamps – Designed for use with Size A tube and key clamp fittings.
- Slim, modern look – Perfect for homes, shops & tight spaces.
- Easily supports 100+ kg – Great for clothes rails & wardrobes.
Need a stronger option or matching fittings?
For structures requiring extra strength, consider our 33.7mm x 3mm galvanised tubes or our heavier-duty 42.4mm x 3mm steel handrail tube; for connections, view our full range of tube clamps for fast, tool-free assembly.
Product FAQs
What lengths are available in this diameter?
- 1 metre.
- 1.5 metres.
- 2 metres.
- 3 metres.
What are the common uses of this tube?
This 26.9 mm diameter galvanised steel tube is incredibly versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications, including indoor and outdoor handrails (DDA/disability compliant when used with the correct fittings), clothes rails and wardrobe tubing, retail display stands, furniture frames and legs, greenhouse structures, barriers and safety railings, playground equipment, agricultural gates and pens, and shelving or racking systems.
Why choose the 26.9mm galvanised tube?
This tube offers a range of high-quality features:
- Fully galvanised inside and out for decades of durability, even in coastal or high-humidity environments.
- Precision-cut lengths with clean, deburred ends, ready to use straight away.
- Compatible with all standard size A (26.9 mm) tube clamps/key clamps.
- Made from structural grade steel, certified to EN10255 with full traceability.
Which size clamps fit this tube?
You need Size A (sometimes marked 133 or A26) tube clamps.
Can this be used for disability/handicap handrails?
Yes. When installed in accordance with Building Regulations Part M and BS 8300 and using the correct clamps and fixings, this 26.9mm tube fully complies with DDA/Equality Act handrail requirements.
Is the inside of the tube galvanised?
Yes – it is hot-dip galvanised internally and externally, providing complete corrosion protection.
What is the maximum load this tube can bear when used as a handrail?
When adequately supported with clamps placed at 1.5 to 2 meter intervals and securely fixed to a solid structure, a 26.9mm EN10255 medium tube can easily exceed the 0.74 kN/m (74 kg per meter) loading requirement specified in BS 6399-1 and the Building Regulations for use as a handrail.
Is this tube suitable for outdoor and high-traffic areas?
Yes, the 26.9mm x 2.5mm galvanised steel handrail tube is durable and corrosion-resistant, making it ideal for outdoor environments and high-traffic areas, such as public spaces, schools, and commercial buildings.





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