Buying guide

16x45 vs 16x35 Aluminium Partition Profiles: Which Should You Choose?

Short answer: Both systems are 16 mm deep. Choose 16x45 (45 mm wide) for larger panels, heavier glass and high-traffic doors. Choose 16x35 (35 mm wide) when a slim, minimal frame is the priority and panels are moderate in size.

What the numbers mean

Partition profile names describe the aluminium section. The first number is the depth and the second is the face width, in millimetres. A 16x45 profile is 16 mm deep and shows 45 mm of aluminium on the face. A 16x35 profile is 16 mm deep and shows 35 mm.

Side-by-side comparison

Visible frame width: 45 mm (16x45) vs 35 mm (16x35).
Look: 16x45 reads as a defined frame; 16x35 is slimmer and more minimal.
Panel size: 16x45 is the safer choice for tall or wide panels; 16x35 suits moderate panel sizes.
Doors: busy office doors usually use 16x45; 16x35 suits lighter-use doors.
Components: both systems have top/bottom, side, track, cover, divider and stick-on profiles, plus matching L connectors.

When to choose 16x45

Choose 16x45 for office cabins, conference rooms and full-height partitions where panels are large or doors are used all day. It is the most common partition section in commercial interiors.

When to choose 16x35

Choose 16x35 for premium interiors, clinics, salons and homes where the glass should dominate. It works best with moderate panel sizes.

Build the complete system

Whichever section you pick, use the matching connectors: the 16x35 aluminium L connector for 16x35, and the zinc or MS L connectors for 16x45. Browse the full ranges below, or send your drawing on WhatsApp for a bill of materials.

Published by Glassics · Updated 2026-10-02