Plan the frame, its connections and the next modification
Plan compact equipment frames, panel supports and adaptable fixtures with the GB T-Slot 3030G Series. These nominal 30 × 30 mm references include distinct slot geometries and finishes. Use the frame example, connection concepts and model table to define your cut list and mating hardware, then send APW your requirements for review. The selected drawing governs fit; every requested model requires quotation and supply confirmation.
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Square-slot aluminum profiles with a satin silver appearance.
Define the frame around its connections and intended use. The selected section and compatible accessories determine what the assembly can do.
Use a suitable profile and mechanical connection layout to plan an assembled frame. Confirm the joints and any required machining before ordering.
Use the selected groove interface with matching nuts, brackets and panel fixings. Check their seating, clearances and installation method.
A suitably designed removable joint can support later dismantling or component replacement. Preserve the section and accessory records for future modifications.
These 16 published model references were identified in research checked on 19 October 2026; they are not an exhaustive market list or confirmed APW stock. Source numbers match the technical references below. Values belong only to their named source model. Drawing required means the field was not established in the reviewed material; Not verified means only an indexed model reference was available. Neither means that the feature is absent.
| Source / published model | Material / temper | Slot interface | Wall thickness | Mass per meter | Reference length | Finish / color |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [1] HSL — GB 3030G | 6063-T5 | Drawing required | 2.5 mm | 1.01 kg/m | 6.1 m | Drawing required |
| [1] HSL — GB 3030GQ External Square | 6063-T5 | Drawing required | 0.9 mm | 0.72 kg/m | 6.1 m | Drawing required |
| [1] HSL — GB 3030GR | 6063-T5 | Drawing required | 1.3 mm | 0.75 kg/m | 6.1 m | Drawing required |
| [1] HSL — GB 3030GR Arc | 6063-T5 | Drawing required | 1.3 mm | 0.75 kg/m | 6.1 m | Drawing required |
| [1] HSL — GB 3030G Electrophoretic White Sand | 6063-T5 | Drawing required | 1.3 mm | 0.75 kg/m | 6.1 m | Electrophoretic White Sand (source name) |
| [1] HSL — GB 3030G Electrophoretic Gold Sand | 6063-T5 | Drawing required | 2.5 mm | 1.01 kg/m | 6.1 m | Electrophoretic Gold Sand (source name) |
| [2] Huishuo — HS-6-3030G | 6063-T5 | Square; 6.3 mm opening, 11 mm depth | 2.0 mm | Conflicting published values — drawing confirmation required | 6.02 m | Anodized / silver |
| [3] Huishuo — HS-6-3030GU | 6063-T5 | Square; 6.5 mm opening, 10.7 mm depth | 2.3 mm | 0.97 kg/m (specification) | 6.02 m | Anodized / silver |
| [4] Qiyu — QY-6-3030G | 6063-T5 | Drawing required | Drawing required | 1.14 kg/m | 6.01 m | Drawing required |
| [5] Anteng — AT-6-3030G | 6063-T5 | 6 mm nominal slot; drawing required | Drawing required | 1.2 kg/m | 6.03 m | Sandblasted anodized; color to confirm |
| [6] Hengneng — HN-6-3030G (indexed reference) | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified |
| [7] Baiyineng — BZ-6-3030G (indexed reference) | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified |
| [7] Baiyineng — BZ-6-3030GL (indexed reference) | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified |
| [8] E&I — ENI-6-3030G | Drawing required | Drawing required | Drawing required | Drawing required | Drawing required | Drawing required |
| [9] Wellste — W-6-3030G | Drawing required | See model drawing, catalog page 5 | Drawing required | Drawing required | Drawing required | Drawing required |
| [10] MK — MK-6-3030G (system to confirm) | 6063 listed; temper to confirm | GB interface not established; drawing required | Drawing required | Drawing required | 6 m listed; selected length to confirm | Silver anodized listing; sample to confirm |
The HS-6-3030G sources disagree on mass: the category comparison lists 0.88 kg/m, the product specification 0.90 kg/m and the product-parameters block 0.94 kg/m. No value is adopted here. Published profile lengths are source references, not APW stock lengths or cutting limits. Equal mass does not establish equal geometry, stiffness or hardware fit. GB describes the profile family on this page, not certification to a GB/T standard. All model references require a selected drawing and quotation confirmation.
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Confirm the selected section, surface requirements and connections against the project drawing and agreed sample.
This fictional instrument-rack layout illustrates material planning: four upright segments with upper and lower rail sets. Resolve the joint design before converting the draft into an order.
| Component | Planning quantity | Individual piece length | Specification to resolve |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upright segments | 4 pieces | 500 mm | Selected section drawing and end interfaces |
| Upper and lower rails | 8 pieces total | 350 mm | Joint layout and any end machining |
| Corner or end connectors | By node design | Not applicable | Connection type and accessory drawing at each node |
| Nuts and bolts | By selected connector | Not applicable | Nut body, retention, bolt engagement and clearances |
| Panel fixings, if panels are required | By panel layout | Not applicable | Panel thickness, spacing and fixing interfaces |
BOM draft for planning only. Accessory quantities and machining remain open until the node design is agreed. The listed lengths are individual cut segments, not finished frame dimensions; joint offsets and member placement can change the final outside size.
Use these relationship sketches to describe your assembly. None identifies a compatible part number or a universal connection for every 3030G profile.
A bracket links two members at a corner. Consider tool access and clearance for adjacent panels.
One member connects at its end to another. Define the selected connector and the end interface together.
A fixing links a panel to the frame. Select it around the panel and the available profile interface.
Original concept diagrams, not manufacturing or installation drawings. Colors separate the members and connecting elements; their shapes and positions do not establish dimensions, compatibility or strength. Use selected profile and hardware drawings for the actual assembly.
The arithmetic below is a static planning example. It does not select a supply model or calculate the strength of the frame.
(500 mm × 4) + (350 mm × 8) = 4800 mm = 4.8 m of net profile length.
For illustration, use the 1.01 kg/m published for HSL GB 3030G, source [1]. This value belongs to that named source model and is not applied to the other 3030G references.
4.8 m × 1.01 kg/m = 4.848 kg, approximately 4.85 kg of profile in this example.
This is net profile mass only. It excludes connectors, panels, packaging, cutting losses and unused stock. Purchased bar requirements depend on the agreed lengths and cutting arrangement. Confirm the selected drawing and actual supply specification; this example is not a shipping weight or cutting-service promise.
Use the application to decide which information to gather. These are planning prompts; no nominal series, wall thickness or mass alone establishes frame capacity.
| Application | Planning goal | Critical dimensions | Connection checks | Include in your RFQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment enclosure | Support panels and preserve service access | Panel thickness, door opening, frame envelope | Panel fixings, hinges, seals and removal access | Panel layout, door arrangement and environmental requirements |
| Instrument rack | Locate instruments and their supports | Mounting pattern, support span, clearances | Bracket seating, member joints and required end interfaces | Instrument mass, load positions, mounting drawing and allowable movement |
| Display or fixture frame | Locate components and allow planned changes | Outside envelope, fixing positions, contact surfaces | Joint access, removable parts and accessory alignment | Layout drawing, attached items, finish expectations and changeover needs |
Review the assembly and loads when selecting the section, spans and joints. Where stiffness, vibration or load capacity matters, use the relevant section and connection data for engineering review; no numeric capacity is inferred here.
Resolve these points before issuing the final cut list or accepting an alternative source model.
Quote requests become easier to compare when they define the same section, operations and delivery basis. Each item below is a requirement to discuss, not a confirmed APW service option.
Identify one source model or drawing revision and the required material. Different sections can have different mass and supply bases.
Give piece counts by length and whether deliveries are split into batches. Avoid mixing pieces, meters and kilograms without a stated basis.
List the number and length of pieces. Ask how cutting losses and unused material are treated in the proposed supply arrangement.
Describe any requested drilling, tapping or other processing with a drawing. Confirm feasibility, inspection and price in the quotation.
State treatment, color and appearance criteria, with an approved sample reference where needed. A finish name alone may be insufficient.
Provide destination, handling constraints and packaging needs. Confirm the delivery basis and any separate freight charges.
Send the source model and drawing revision, or provide photos and measurements for initial identification. Add piece lengths, quantities, finish requirements, any machining drawings and the delivery destination. APW will review the sourcing requirement; model availability, tolerances, processing, price and delivery terms are established in the quotation.
A photograph can begin identification. Keep a sample or dimensioned drawing for the final match.
Photograph the section square-on beside a scale. Include the outer corners, internal webs and center bore, if present.
Record the outside width and height, slot opening and accessible cavity dimensions. Note your measuring method and uncertainty.
Send the nut, bracket, bolt and panel-fixing references, with photos or drawings showing how they sit in the groove.
Include supplier labels, model markings, the old order or drawing revision. A 3030G suffix does not establish a cross-brand equivalent.
Confirm each interface against the selected profile and accessory drawings. Thread size alone cannot establish compatibility.
Check the opening, undercut cavity, nut dimensions, seating surface and insertion method. Do not infer nut size from the nominal series.
Specify the bolt and required engagement for the selected connection. Check clearance and whether the connection needs end machining.
Check locating tabs, hole positions, contact faces and clearances. A bracket for Euro 3030 may not fit a GB square-slot section.
Check the selected grooves against panel seals, covers, hinges and sliding components. Confirm with a sample assembly where fit remains uncertain.
This fictional example shows the information to include. It is not a stock offer, a minimum order or a confirmed frame design.
Use individual cut lengths, not finished frame dimensions. Example quantities are explained in the frame-planning section; requested operations and delivery details require quotation confirmation.
Send your own 3030G requirementUse the confirmed order and drawing as the acceptance basis. Agree inspection methods and tolerances before ordering.
Match labels and packing records to the selected source model, section drawing and revision.
Check the agreed profile dimensions and representative mating parts. Document any mismatch before assembly.
Count each length group and measure against the agreed cut-length tolerances. Retain the group identification.
Compare the surface with the agreed sample or appearance criteria. Check cut ends and any ordered machining.
Research checked on 19 October 2026. Numbers match the model table. These third-party references identify published models; they do not establish APW inventory, affiliation, authorization or interchangeable parts. Drawings and the confirmed order govern the selected supply.
It is a purchasing reference for a nominal 30 × 30 mm profile family used in modular aluminum framing. Published 3030G models include square-slot sections and distinct geometry or finish variants. The name is not a complete section specification, a universal manufacturer code or proof of GB/T certification.
Both names can refer to a nominal 30 × 30 mm outside section, but the groove opening, internal cavity, corner geometry and connection system can differ. Compare the actual drawings. A shared outer size does not establish interchangeable profiles or accessories.
Do not assume compatibility. Check the opening, nut seating and retention, bracket tabs, bolt engagement and any end connection. The published HS-6-3030G and HS-6-3030GU references alone show different slot openings. Use the selected profile and hardware drawings to confirm fit.
They belong to separate supplier models or section variants. Keep the source model attached to each value. A source can also contain inconsistent data: the HS-6-3030G mass values conflict, so this page withholds a selected value pending drawing confirmation. Do not combine values from different listings.
This page does not assign a load rating. The required section depends on span, supports, connection design, load direction and allowable deflection. Provide the assembly and loading requirements for engineering review; mass per meter or the series name alone cannot determine frame capacity.
The table contains references you can submit for a sourcing inquiry. It is not an inventory or confirmed supply list. The exact model, selected drawing, material, finish, processing and delivery terms require quotation confirmation.
Send the source model and section drawing or sample details, a separate cut list with individual lengths and quantities, finish requirements, the mating hardware or node drawings and the delivery destination. The frame example shows how to organize the components; replace its fictional quantities with your own. Photos and basic measurements can begin identification when a drawing is unavailable.
No. Published catalog lengths are source references, not APW stock records or cutting limits. Net cut-list length also differs from purchased bar requirements when losses or unused stock are involved. State the required piece lengths, quantities and delivery constraints so the quotation can confirm the supply arrangement.
Review the smaller nominal GB family with its own section and connection references.
Compare a nominal 30 × 30 mm Euro family; check the interface before specifying accessories.
Review the larger nominal family when comparing alternative frame layouts and section requirements.
Send your section drawing or sample details with a cut-length list. Start with the interface you need and confirm the selected supply before ordering.
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