10-5050

10-5050 is an European-standard 10-series (groove width 10mm) 50×50mm square-section aluminum profile, 6063-T5 alloy, wall thickness 3.5mm, weight per meter 3.50kg/m, moment of inertia 22.00cm⁴. At the same 50×50 size, the 8-series version is 17.80cm⁴ and 2.20kg/m; the 10-series version is only 24% stiffer but 59% heavier.So the reason to choose 10-5050 is not"stiffer", but"the 10mm groove width"- thicker bolts, stronger angle brackets, thicker tappable walls.

At the same size, what exactly differs between 8-series and 10-series

This table shows one thing:Choosing 10-5050 for stiffness is a mistake; at the same weight it is less efficient than 8-5050. What it truly solves are the three problems below.

Three legitimate reasons to choose 10-5050

• Need the 10mm groove width to fit thicker bolts: the connection strength of heavy-load nodes depends on the groove bearing area, and the 8mm groove reaches its ceiling here.
• Need to tap directly into the profile and disassemble/reassemble repeatedly: the 3.5mm wall provides more complete thread turns, with a much lower risk of stripping.
• The overall project runs on the 10-series: if the same equipment already has 10-series columns or beams, the accessory system stays unified, avoiding two sets of spare parts.

Conversely, if you simply"want more stability than 8-5050", the right move is to upgrade to 8-6060 (36.00cm⁴, 3.20kg/m), not switch to 10-5050 - the latter is heavier and less stiff.

Technical Parameters

Where it is used

• Standard columns for 10-series equipment: paired with 10-4590 beams and 10-9090A main columns to form a unified system.
• Heavy-load connection nodes: positions requiring M10-class connections where the node bears large loads.
• Mounting surfaces requiring on-site tapping: the margin given by the 3.5mm wall is something the 8-series cannot offer.
• Frames for medium-to-large automation equipment: where overall dimensions are not extreme but connection reliability is highly demanded.

Accessories and Delivery

All four sides have standard 10mm grooves, compatible only with 10-series accessories.8-series accessories cannot fit into 10-series grooves; when the two systems are mixed on site, the accessories must be managed separately - this is the most common management mistake on site.

Regular stock, standard length 6.02m, sold from 1 meter. Cutting accuracy ±0.5mm, cut to drawings; drilling, tapping and slot milling can be specified together. Origin: Qingpu, Shanghai; delivery within Shanghai city is available.

FAQ

How much difference between 10-5050 and 8-5050?

Groove width 8mm vs 10mm, wall thickness 2.5mm vs 3.5mm, weight per meter 2.20 vs 3.50kg/m, moment of inertia 17.80 vs 22.00cm⁴. Stiffness differs by only 24%, weight by 59%. Choosing the 10-series depends on connection requirements, not stiffness.

Are 10-series and 8-series accessories interchangeable?

No. The groove widths differ by 2mm, and T-nuts, angle brackets and end caps are all of different specifications. Forced installation results in rattling or failure to fit, and will loosen over time.

To get stiffer, should I choose 10-5050 or 8-6060?

8-6060. Moment of inertia 36.00cm⁴ vs 22.00cm⁴, weight per meter 3.20 vs 3.50kg/m - stiffer and lighter.The value of 10-5050 lies in groove width and wall thickness, not in stiffness.

Is 10-5050 in stock?

Yes, it is a regular stock specification, 6.02m fixed length, cut to order and sold from 1 meter.