This 4" OD aluminum lighter weight pole extension is used to extend a typical 2pc center pole. This pole extension is placed in between the top center pole section and a bottom center pole section making a 3pc center pole. Only one extension should be used per center pole. Specifications: Base Material: 4" OD 6061-T6 Structural Aluminum Tube, ID 3.750", OD 4.000", and a 0.125" wall thickness Finish: Anodized Commercial Clear