A36 Structural Steel Channel

Finish Metals | Steel

ASTM A36 steel channel characteristics

ASTM A36 is a hot-rolled, low-alloy carbon steel that exhibits good tensile strength. Its properties include ductility, ease of machinability and welding. As a result, it is one of the most popular structural steels. A36 channel is available with a galvanized finish for increased corrosion resistance.

ASTM A36 steel channel properties:

  • Specifications: ASTM A36
  • AKA: HR steel channel, mild steel channel, steel C channel
  • Applications: Braces, Frames, Structures, Cross-member, Truck Racks, Truck Beds, Trailers, Etc.
  • Workability:Excellent for Welding, Drilling, Machining, Sawing, Punching and Forming.
  • Mechanical Properties: Brinell = 112, Tensile = 58-80,000 +/-, Yield = 36,000 +/-
  • How is it Measured? Width (A) X Flange (B) X Web Thickness (C) X Length

ASTM A36 steel channel application

A36 carbon steel channel is used for a wide range of industrial applications, including truck and trailer frame supports, equipment and machinery frames and supports, building frames and other support components.

 

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