What’s the difference between aluminum pipe and aluminum tube?

Difference	Aluminum Pipes	Aluminum Tubes
Shape	Strictly hollow and has a circular cross-section	Aluminum tubes come in different shapes. They can be hollow or otherwise, e.g., rectangular
Thickness	Relatively thinner than tubes The difference between ID and OD is conspicuously smaller They come in standardized sizes	Aluminum tubes can have varying thicknesses along their length. This is determined by the role the tube is meant for.
Tolerance	Lower tolerance especially in structural applications	Higher tolerance, making them a better option for structural applications.
Length	Pipes are relatively longer, subject to application. The thinness allows longer aluminum pipes to be made	Relatively shorter as manufacturers balance length dimensions in relation to the tube’s ID and OD
Uses	Transportation of fluids e.g. oil Plumbing Air conditioning systems	Automotive industry Construction sites Aerospace Cylindrical aluminum tubes can also be used to transfer fluids
Endings	Grooved endings for smoother connections	Open/Closed ends