What material is ASTM-A36 made of?

ASTM-A36 is an American standard carbon structure steel plate, its implementation standard is ASTM specific technical conditions. ASTM is the abbreviation of the American Society of Testing and Materials, and A36 refers to the grade of this steel plate.

ASTM-A36 steel plate is often used in the manufacture of building structural parts, mechanical parts, pressure vessels and other products requiring moderate strength and good weldability, such as crane equipment parts, bearing seats, coal mining machinery, mining machinery, Marine parts, heavy machinery, automotive equipment, etc.

ASTM 36 steel plates are favored for their high strength, good plasticity, and weldability. The minimum yield strength of ASTM A36 steel plates is 36 ksi (about 250 MPa), and the tensile strength is generally in the range of 58-80 ksi (about 400-550 MPa). The carbon structure of ASTM A36 steel plate makes it strong enough to withstand the weight and load of the building structure, and its good plasticity can make the steel deformation when it receives external force, so as to protect the structure from damage.

ASTM 36 steel plates are typically low in carbon and contain moderate amounts of elements such as manganese, silicon, phosphorus, and sulfur. The main ingredients and contents are as follows:

C: ≤0.25,
Si≤0.40,
Mn: ≤0.80-1.20,
P≤0.04,
S: ≤0.05,
Cu≥0.20 (when copper containing steel is specified)

The ratio of this composition ensures that the steel plate has good weldability and workability, so that it can form a firm weld at the joint of the building structure and ensure the overall stability of the structure.

ASTM 36 steel plate also has good processing properties, can be cut, bending and drilling according to the need for processing operations, convenient construction and installation, is widely used in a variety of structural engineering and manufacturing fields. At the same time, its price is relatively reasonable, making it possible to achieve a win-win situation of economic benefits and project quality in construction and bridge engineering.

In general, ASTM 36 steel plate as an American standard carbon structural plate, with its high strength, good plasticity and welding properties, as well as superior durability and processing properties, has been widely used in the field of construction and bridge. It can not only meet the needs of various structural applications, but also provide reliable performance guarantees to ensure the safety and stability of the project.

With the continuous progress of science and technology and the rapid development of the construction field, ASTM 36 steel plates will continue to play an important role in structural engineering to create a better living environment for human beings.