Hollow Section Steel in Ireland — SHS, RHS & CHS Size Guide and Applications
Choose the right hollow section for frames, gates, handrails, architectural fabrications and more. Cut to length with next-day options.
What are SHS, RHS and CHS?
- SHS — Square Hollow Section (e.g., 40×40×3)
- RHS — Rectangular Hollow Section (e.g., 80×40×3)
- CHS — Circular Hollow Section (e.g., Ø42.4×3)
Available in self-colour or galvanised options (product-dependent). Ask us about finishing, shot blasting and priming.
Popular sizes (examples)
SHS
30×30×2.5 • 40×40×3 • 50×50×3 • 60×60×3/4 • 80×80×5
RHS
60×40×3 • 80×40×3 • 100×50×3/4 • 120×60×5 • 150×100×5
CHS
Ø33.7×2.6 • Ø42.4×3 • Ø48.3×3.2 • Ø60.3×3.2 • Ø76.1×3.6
Sizes shown are indicative of common demand. We’ll confirm section availability and wall thicknesses at quotation.
Typical applications
- Frames, gates, balustrades, handrails, mezzanines
- Architectural & signage supports
- Agricultural and commercial fabrications
Need precise lengths? Our computerised saws deliver millimetre-accurate, repeatable cuts for fast fabrication.
Order in three steps
- Tell us section type and size (SHS/RHS/CHS, dimensions, wall thickness, length).
- Add finishing options: galvanised (where applicable), shot blast/prime.
- We’ll provide a competitive quote and arrange next-working-day delivery where available.