C Channel Steel A36
A36 steel is carbon steel as designated by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). The A36 steel can be easily turned into any shape. Structural A36 Steel Channel is C or U-shaped hot rolled steel having rounded inside corners. The shape and mechanical properties of the Structural Steel Channel A36 makes it suitable for several purposes including
- Manufacturing of different building and construction material
- Industry maintenance
- Ceiling support systems
- Agriculture
- Medical equipment
- Automobile
- Ship parts and many more
Metalsnet maintains in its inventory A36 steel in different sizes to fulfill the needs of our customers ensuring good quality and adherence to different standards.
Specifications:
A36 ASTM/ A36 ASTM, Hot Roll Steel, Hot Rolled Steel
Chemical Composition
| Element | Percentage |
| Carbon, C | 0.25-0.29% |
| Copper, Cu | 0.20% |
| Iron, Fe | 98.0% |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.60-0.90% |
| Phosphorus, P | 0.40% |
| Silicon, Si | 0.28% |
| Sulfur, S | 0.05% |
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile Strength, Ultimate | 58000 - 79800 psi |
| Tensile Strength, Yield | 36000 psi |
| Elongation at Break (in 50 mm) | 23% |
| Brinell Hardness | 140 |
| Melting Point | 2600-2670?F |
| Density | 7.85 g/cm? |
Physical Characteristics
| Machinability | Good |
| Weldability | Excellent |
| Forming | Fair |
| Corrosion Resistance | Poor |
| Wear Resistance | Fair |
*Data provided for the purpose of reference only
