Enhance Your Products with a Telescoping Tube Lock from VALCO

Since 1967, Valco Valley Tool & Die has been providing customers in a variety of industries with high-quality tools, fasteners, metal parts, and more. In particular, we offer a vast selection of tube fasteners for all your application needs.

Some of the many variations of tube connectors we offer include the following:

• Single-End Straight Spring Leg Snap Buttons
• Single-End – Dog Leg (B Series)
• C Type (C Series)
• Double-End (D Series)
• Dual Type (E Series)
• Flat Type (F Series)
• Specialty Application Snap Buttons (G Series)
• 300 Series Stainless Steel (I Series)
• Single-End Dog Leg Snap Buttons (J Series)
• 300 Series Stainless Steel Double-End (K Series)
• Latch Type Snap Buttons (L Series)
• Wire (W Series)
• Plastic Snap Buttons
• And much more!

Unsure which part is right for your application? Our team of experts can help you find the perfect product for your application or industry requirements.

Our Tube Fasteners Are Used in a Range of Industries

A telescoping tube lock serves a wide variety of functions across many different industries, making it an essential device for so many companies. Some of these industries include:

With such diverse industries in need of tube fasteners, unique needs are bound to arise. This is why our capabilities include creating custom telescoping tube lock products that are designed for telescope square tubing and many other applications.

Specific Uses of Button Pins for Telescope Tubing

Since we addressed industries that benefit from telescopic tubing locks, we also wanted to cover specific uses. Here are some of the common applications where button pins for telescopic tubing are used:

• Flagpoles – Telescopic tubing locks allow for easy extension and retraction when raising and lowering flags
• Antenna masts – In antenna masts, telescopic tubing locks are used to manage height adjustments that are required by television and radio companies
• Adjustable stands and supports – Telescope square tubing is specifically used to create stands and supports for various pieces of equipment like adjustable workbenches, photography lighting stands, television stands, and musical instrument holders
• Handles and poles – Button pins can be used to secure handles and poles, making them the perfect addition to things like kayak paddles, window washing equipment, paint rollers, and other expandable tools

FAQs About Telescope Tubing Locks and More

What is a telescope tubing lock?

A telescoping tubing lock is a tool-free device used to secure and hold telescoping sections in place. The telescopic tube lock prevents the tubes from collapsing or sliding out of place, which stops unintended movement. It also provides a reliable and stable framework.

How are button pins for telescope tubing used?

Button pins for telescoping tubing are what secure the telescoping tubes in place. They consist of a button (head) and a body made from spring steel which provide a means of easy insertion and removal. Button pins for telescope tubing are also easy to use. Simply insert the part into the tube end until the button snaps into the hole. Apply the second tube onto the first until the button locks in place.

What are the advantages of using telescope square and rectangular tubing?

Telescopic tubing is typically seen in three different shapes: square, rectangular, and round. Since telescope square tubing and telescope rectangular tubing have flat sides, they have different benefits than round tubes. Here are the advantages of using telescope square tubing and telescope rectangular tubing:

• Telescope rectangular and square tubing are typically more rigid, which means they are less prone to twisting and bending in applications where stability is important (like in a flagpole)
• They can be easier to work with because flat edges are beneficial for welding, bolting, or attaching other components
• Telescope rectangular and square tubing create an even load distribution
• These options are easily integrated with other materials which leaves room for versatile design possibilities

Advantages of Using Telescopic Tubing Locks

If you have been looking for a versatile solution to secure structures that do not involve custom work, telescopic tubing locks are your answer. Here are the advantages of using telescopic tubing locks and button pins for telescopic tubing:

• Adjustability – Telescoping square and circular tubing create a means of extension and retraction of pole sections, which allows for flexibility in length.
• Cost efficiency – Since telescopic tubing can be adjusted, it prevents the need for custom-cut pieces or fixed-length sections. This saves important resources like time and money on projects.
• Space saving – With the help of telescopic tube locks, telescoping tubes have the ability to be compacted or extended as needed and this is extremely valuable in situations where storage or transportation space is limited.
• Reduced welding – Since button pins for telescope tubing lock the tubes in place, there is a reduced need for extensive machining and welding in the project.

Why Choose Valco for Tube Connectors?

Valco Valley Tool & Die is a full-service metal fabrication shop and tool and die company located in Cleveland, Ohio. Our goal is to deliver high-quality metal parts, including button pins for telescope tubing, at competitive prices to customers in any industry.

We are an ISO 9001:2015 certified company that performs all processes in-house. Some of the services we offer include:

• Custom metal stampings
• Prototype manufacturing
• CNC turning
• Slide forming
• Tool and die
• And more!

When you choose the Valco team, we will work with you throughout the entire process, from design through production, and we can see to all shipping and inventory needs. In all, choosing Valco as your tube fastener supplier is convenient and will also save you time and money.

Additional Products We Offer

In addition to our vast line of tube fasteners, we also offer a number of other high-quality, competitively priced metal parts. Some of these products include:

• Round T-joint fasteners
• Square T-joint fasteners
• Rectangle T-joint fasteners
• Spring plungers
• Sign hangers
• Level rite hangers
• Specialty nuts and bolts

At Valco, all of our telescopic tube locks and other products are easy to use yet have the strength and durability to withstand the toughest application requirements. To learn more about any of these products, check out our complete product catalog.

In Need of Tube Fasteners? Contact Valco Today!

If you’re searching for innovative and custom tube fasteners, you can count on Valco Valley Tool & Die! Contact our team today to learn how our tube connectors can benefit your company!