Where can I buy K&S metal tubing and rods in Cape Coral or Fort Myers?

Family Hardware stocks over 150 K&S products at our Cape Coral and Fort Myers locations, including brass tubing, aluminum rods, copper sheets, stainless steel strips, and music wire with expert material selection advice.

What K&S metal is best for scale modeling and R/C aircraft?

Brass tubing is the most popular choice for scale modeling due to its solderability and clean bending properties. For R/C aircraft structures, aluminum tubing offers the best strength-to-weight ratio. Music wire is ideal for landing gear and pushrods. Our team at Family Hardware can help you choose the right material.

Does K&S carry metals for STEM classroom projects?

Yes! K&S metals are trusted by educators for bridge-building challenges, physics experiments, and engineering projects. We stock assorted tubing, rods, and sheet stock in hobby-friendly sizes at Family Hardware in Cape Coral and Fort Myers.

Does Family Hardware ship K&S products nationwide?

Yes! We ship all K&S products nationwide with free shipping on orders over $99. You can also pick up in-store at our Cape Coral or Fort Myers locations.

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Precision Metals for Every Project

From hobby builds to STEM classrooms, K&S delivers the precision metal tubing, rods, sheets, and wire that makers trust. Based in Chicago, IL — supplying hobbyists, educators, and craftspeople for decades.

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K&S precision metal tubing, rods, and sheets

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Brass, Aluminum, Copper, SS

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Cape Coral & Fort Myers

Trusted by Makers & Educators

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Six reasons K&S is the hobbyist's and educator's choice for precision metal stock — engineered for consistency and workability.

Precision Drawn Tubing

Hobby-grade tolerances

Precision-drawn brass, aluminum, and copper tubing with tight dimensional tolerances, ideal for scale modeling, R/C aircraft, and architectural miniatures.

High-Quality Alloys

Brass, Aluminum, Copper, SS

Premium brass, aluminum, copper, and stainless steel sourced for consistent quality — every rod, tube, and sheet meets strict alloy specifications.

Music Wire

Spring-tempered steel

Spring-tempered high-carbon steel music wire for landing gear, linkages, push rods, and precision mechanical applications in hobby and industrial projects.

Custom Cut Metals

Ready-to-use lengths

Pre-cut lengths in standard hobby sizes — ready to use for projects without the need for specialized cutting equipment or metal fabrication tools.

Hobby-Grade Tolerances

Consistent dimensions

Consistent wall thickness, straightness, and diameter specifications across every product — critical for telescoping tubing, nesting fits, and precision assemblies.

STEM Education Materials

Educator-trusted

Trusted by educators for classroom projects, science fairs, and engineering challenges — safe, easy-to-work metals that introduce students to real-world materials.

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Precision Metals in Action

See how hobbyists, model builders, and educators use K&S precision metal tubing, rods, and sheets to bring their projects to life — from scale aircraft to STEM classroom experiments.

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Get more from your K&S metals with selection guides and project tips.

Choosing the Right Metal for Your Project

Brass

Round Tube & Rod: The most popular choice for scale modeling and R/C builds — easy to solder, bends cleanly, and takes a beautiful polish.
Sheet & Strip: Ideal for detailing, structural elements, and decorative accents. Cuts with standard hobby tools.
Best For: Model railroads, architectural miniatures, jewelry, and any project requiring a classic metallic finish.

Aluminum & Stainless Steel

Aluminum Tube & Rod: Lightweight and corrosion-resistant — perfect for R/C aircraft structures, robotics, and outdoor projects.
Stainless Steel: Maximum strength and corrosion resistance for demanding applications requiring durability.
Best For: Aerospace models, outdoor installations, STEM robotics, and projects needing strength-to-weight ratio.

Why Buy K&S at Family Hardware

Authorized K&S Dealer

Genuine K&S precision metals with full manufacturer quality. Every tube, rod, and sheet meets K&S dimensional specifications.

Expert Advice

Our team knows hobby metals — ask us about material selection, telescoping fits, soldering tips, or which alloy is right for your project.

Wide Metal Selection

We stock 150+ K&S products spanning brass, aluminum, copper, stainless steel, and music wire in tubes, rods, sheets, and strips.

SW Florida Specialists Since 1976

Family-owned hardware store serving Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and surrounding communities for over 45 years.

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