A36 Structural Steel Channel

Name: Steel Channel
Brand: Metals Depot

A36 Steel Channel is a hot rolled, mild steel structural C shape with inside radius corners that is ideal for all structural applications, general fabrication, manufacturing and repairs. Steel Channel is widely used in industrial maintenance, agricultural implements, transportation equipment, truck beds, trailers, etc. It's C-shape or U-shape configuration is ideal for added strength and rigidity over steel angle when your project's load is vertical or horizontal. This steel shape is easy to weld, cut, form and machine with the proper equipment and knowledge. Metals Depot stocks hundreds of sizes of steel channel at wholesale prices in ready to ship precut and mill lengths or you can order just what you need custom Cut to Size in small or large quantity. A-36 Steel Channel is also available in a galvanized coated finish for long lasting corrosion protection.

SPECIFICATIONS:

ASTM A36 Steel, Hot Rolled

FINISH:

Blue / Gray, slightly grainy

CHARACTERISTICS:

Welding = Excellent
Machining / Grinding = Good
Bending / Forming = Good
Wear Resistance = Fair
Corrosion Resistance = Poor

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES:

Yield Point = 36,000 psi
Tensile Strength = 58,000 psi
Elongation = 20% in 2" ; Elasticity = 29 ksi
Brinell Hardness = 133; Melting Point = 2600F
*Data provided for reference only

AVAILABLE STOCK SIZES:

2ft, 4ft. 6ft, 8ft, 10ft, 20ft, or Cut to Size
Stock lengths may vary +/- 1/4"

HOW TO MEASURE:

Width (A) X Flange (B) X Web (C) X Length

Typical Chemistry for A36 Steel Channel

Carbon = .25/.29%
Copper = .2%
Iron = 98%
Manganese = 1.03%
Phosphorus = .04%
Silicon = .028%
Sulfur = .05%

TOLERANCES OF A36 STEEL CHANNEL (+/-)
Channel Size	Depth of Channel	Flange Width	Straightness in 10 feet	Lengths +/-		Out of Square
Channel Size	Depth of Channel	Flange Width	Straightness in 10 feet	Custom Cut	Standard	Out of Square
1/2 to 1-1/2	1/32	1/32	1/4	1/16	1/4	1/32
1-1/2 to 3	1/16	1/16	1/4	1/16	1/4	1/32
3 to 7	3/32	1/8	1/4	1/8	1/4	1/32
7 to 14	1/8	1/8	1/4	1/8	1/4	1/32
over 14	3/16	1/8	1/4	1/8	1/2	1/32
Tolerance values provided herein are for informational purposes only and not guaranteed.

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SPECIFICATIONS:

ASTM A36 Steel, Hot Rolled

FINISH:

Blue / Gray, slightly grainy

CHARACTERISTICS:

Welding = Excellent
Machining / Grinding = Good
Bending / Forming = Good
Wear Resistance = Fair
Corrosion Resistance = Poor

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES:

Yield Point = 36,000 psi
Tensile Strength = 58,000 psi
Elongation = 20% in 2" ; Elasticity = 29 ksi
Brinell Hardness = 133; Melting Point = 2600F
*Data provided for reference only

AVAILABLE STOCK SIZES:

2ft, 4ft. 6ft, 8ft, 10ft, 20ft, or Cut to Size
Stock lengths may vary +/- 1/4"

HOW TO MEASURE:

Width (A) X Flange (B) X Web (C) X Length

Chemistry

Typical Chemistry for A36 Steel Channel

Carbon = .25/.29%
Copper = .2%
Iron = 98%
Manganese = 1.03%
Phosphorus = .04%
Silicon = .028%
Sulfur = .05%

Tolerances

TOLERANCES OF A36 STEEL CHANNEL (+/-)
Channel Size	Depth of Channel	Flange Width	Straightness in 10 feet	Lengths +/-		Out of Square
Channel Size	Depth of Channel	Flange Width	Straightness in 10 feet	Custom Cut	Standard	Out of Square
1/2 to 1-1/2	1/32	1/32	1/4	1/16	1/4	1/32
1-1/2 to 3	1/16	1/16	1/4	1/16	1/4	1/32
3 to 7	3/32	1/8	1/4	1/8	1/4	1/32
7 to 14	1/8	1/8	1/4	1/8	1/4	1/32
over 14	3/16	1/8	1/4	1/8	1/2	1/32
Tolerance values provided herein are for informational purposes only and not guaranteed.

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A36 Structural Steel Channel

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CHARACTERISTICS:

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES:

AVAILABLE STOCK SIZES:

HOW TO MEASURE:

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SPECIFICATIONS:

FINISH:

CHARACTERISTICS:

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES:

AVAILABLE STOCK SIZES:

HOW TO MEASURE:

Chemistry

Tolerances

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