A36 H Beam is a hot rolled structural steel beam widely used in construction, industrial buildings, and infrastructure projects. Manufactured according to ASTM A36 and ASTM A6 standards, this wide flange steel beam offers excellent weldability, good machinability, and reliable structural strength.
A36 H Beam
As a professional steel supplier from China, we provide ASTM A36 W-beams including W6×15, W8, W12, W14 and larger sizes, with fast delivery to Central America markets such as Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, and Honduras.
With competitive pricing, stable quality, and flexible processing services, our A36 H beams are widely used for bridges, warehouses, residential structures, and machinery platforms.
Product Introduction of A36 H Beam
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Material | ASTM A36 (ASTM A572 Grade 50 optional) |
| Yield Strength | ≥250 MPa |
| Standard | ASTM A36 / ASTM A6 |
| Dimensions | W6×9, W6×15, W8×10, W12×30, W14×43 etc. |
| Length | 6 m / 12 m stock, customized length available |
| Dimensional Tolerance | Conforms to ASTM A6 or GB/T 11263 |
| Surface Finish | Black surface, hot-dip galvanized, painted |
| Certification | ISO 9001, SGS / BV inspection |
| Applications | Bridges, industrial plants, warehouses, residential structures |
ASTM A36 W-Beam Sizes (American Standard)
The W-Series H beam is the most widely used structural steel beam in the United States and Central American construction markets.
W6 Series Wide Flange Beams
| Designation (in × lb/ft) | Depth h (in) | Width w (in) | Web Thickness (in) | Weight (lb/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W6 × 15 | 5.99 | 5.99 | 0.230 | 15 |
| W6 × 20 | 6.20 | 6.02 | 0.260 | 20 |
| W6 × 25 | 6.38 | 6.08 | 0.320 | 25 |
The A36 W6×15 H beam is a popular light structural beam used for residential framing and compact structural supports.
Selected W Beam Structural Sizes
| Designation | Depth (in) | Width (in) | Weight (lb/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|
| W21 × 147 | 22.1 | 12.51 | 147 |
| W24 × 162 | 25 | 13 | 162 |
| W27 × 178 | 27.8 | 14.09 | 178 |
Full structural parameters including moment of inertia (Ix, Iy) and section modulus (Wx, Wy) are available upon request.
ASTM A36 H Beam Chemical Composition
| Steel Grade | Carbon | Manganese | Phosphorus | Sulfur | Silicon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM A36 | ≤0.26% | - | ≤0.04% | ≤0.05% | ≤0.40% |
Copper content can be added when specified for enhanced corrosion resistance.
Mechanical Properties of A36 H Beam
| Steel Grade | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation (200 mm) | Elongation (50 mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM A36 | 400–550 MPa | ≥250 MPa | ≥20% | ≥21% |
These properties make A36 H beams ideal for general structural applications requiring reliable strength and excellent weldability.
Why Choose W6×15 A36 H Beam
Balanced Structural Shape
The W6×15 beam has a nearly square cross-section, providing balanced load capacity in both directions.
Lightweight Structural Support
Compared with larger beams, W6×15 H beam offers a lighter weight while still providing stable structural support.
Easy Installation
Thanks to its manageable size and excellent weldability, the beam is easy to cut, drill, and assemble on site.
Cost-Effective Structural Steel
A36 steel provides a lower cost alternative to high-strength steels such as A572 Grade 50, making it ideal for general structural construction.
Typical Applications of A36 H Beam
A36 wide flange beams are widely used in many industries:
- Steel structure buildings
- Residential framing systems
- Bridge construction
- Industrial plants
- Warehouse structures
- Machinery bases
- Truck bed frames and trailers
- Structural reinforcement projects
The W6×15 beam is especially suitable for columns, residential framing, and light structural frameworks.
Surface Treatment Options
To improve durability in humid or coastal environments such as Central America, several surface treatments are available:
- Mill finish (black surface)
- Hot-dip galvanizing (HDG) according to ASTM A123
- Anti-rust primer coating
- Painted surface
Hot-dip galvanized A36 H beams are widely used in outdoor structures and coastal construction projects.
Export Packaging & Logistics
For international shipment, we use professional export packaging to ensure safe transportation.
Packaging includes:
- Seaworthy bundle packing
- Steel strip bundling
- Waterproof wrapping
- Edge protection
- Each bundle includes heat number labels for full traceability.
We have rich shipping experience to Central American ports, including:
- Puerto Barrios (Guatemala)
- Puerto Limón (Costa Rica)
- Colón (Panama)
- San Lorenzo (Honduras)
If you are looking for a professional ASTM A36 wide flange steel beam supplier, we can provide W-series and HEA/HEB/HEM beams with full processing services and global shipping.
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Is A36 mild steel or carbon steel?
A36 is a low-carbon, mild steel that was formulated by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) to be strong and tough so it can be used in structural applications, like buildings and bridges. It's a common go-to in heavy machinery, automotive, and oil and gas. It's also affordable!
Is A36 steel easy to bend?
ASTM A36 is the most commonly used mild and hot-rolled steel. It has excellent welding properties and is suitable for grinding, punching, tapping, drilling and machining processes. Yield strength of ASTM A36 is less than that of cold roll C1018, thus enabling ASTM A36 to bend more readily than C1018
What is the hardness of A36 HRC?
ultimate tensile strengths ranging from 58,000 to 79,800 psi. elongate to about 20% of its original length under tensile testing, providing excellent impact strength at room temperature. density of 2.84 lb/in^3, hardness of 67–83 Rockwell.
Does the A36 have a metal frame?
The smartphone is 0.7 millimetres wider and 0.7 millimetres higher. This is just as imperceptible as the fact that it is three grams lighter. At 7.4 millimetres, both smartphones are the same thickness. The frame of the Galaxy A36 is made of plastic.
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