The price of A36 H beam depends strongly on section size, weight per meter, order quantity, length, mill origin, surface treatment and processing requirements.
Unlike steel plate, H-beam purchasing is closely linked to the exact section designation because different flange widths, web thicknesses and flange thicknesses can create significant differences in unit weight and total project cost.
As a 2026 market reference, Chinese H-beam export quotations have been reported at approximately USD 520–680 per metric ton FOB, depending on grade and specification. On August 7, 2026, China Steel Market reported a domestic Q235B H-beam reference price of about USD 466.82/ton, while its product listings cross-referenced several Q235B H-beam sizes to ASTM A36 for international market comparison.
For an actual ASTM A36 project, however, buyers should specify ASTM A36 in the purchase order and confirm the mill certificate rather than relying only on a commercial grade cross-reference.
2026 A36 H Beam Price Reference
| Product | Typical Specification | 2026 Price Reference | Pricing Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| A36 H beam | Standard hot-rolled sections | USD 520–680/MT | Typical China FOB reference |
| Domestic H-beam benchmark | Common Q235B/A36-referenced sections | About USD 466.82/MT | China market reference, Aug. 7, 2026 |
| Cut-to-length A36 H beam | 6 m / 9 m / 12 m / custom | Material + cutting | Drawing/order based |
| Fabricated beam | Cutting, drilling, welding | Quoted individually | Material + processing |
| Export project | Container or bulk order | Quoted individually | FOB / CIF / DDP |
Prices are market references only. Actual A36 structural Steel H-beam quotations depend on section size, weight, quantity, certification, processing and destination.
What Is an A36 Structural Steel H-Beam?
An A36 structural Steel H-beam is a structural steel section manufactured using ASTM A36 carbon structural steel requirements. Its H-shaped cross-section consists mainly of two flanges connected by a vertical web.
ASTM A36 structural steel has a minimum yield strength of 36 ksi, approximately 250 MPa, while the tensile strength commonly specified for A36 structural shapes is 58–80 ksi, approximately 400–550 MPa. AISC lists A36 among the applicable ASTM structural steel specifications.
The wide flanges provide strong resistance to bending, while the web transfers shear forces. For this reason, A36 H beam, A36 wide flange beam and other A36 structural sections are widely used in buildings, warehouses, platforms, industrial structures, columns, beams and support frames.
How to Read A36 H Beam Dimensions?
The most important information when purchasing an A36 Section Steel Beam is its section size.
Metric H-beam dimensions are commonly written as:
H × B × tw × tf
For example:
200 × 200 × 8 × 12 mm
means:
| Symbol | Meaning | Example |
| H | Overall section depth | 200 mm |
| B | Flange width | 200 mm |
| tw | Web thickness | 8 mm |
| tf | Flange thickness | 12 mm |
| Unit weight | Theoretical weight per meter | About 50.5 kg/m |
Therefore, simply asking for a "200 mm A36 H beam" is not sufficient. The buyer should confirm the complete H × B × tw × tf dimensions because beams with similar overall depth can have different flange widths, thicknesses and theoretical weights.
Common A36 H Beam Sizes and Weight
For international projects using metric H-sections, the following dimensions are commonly requested. Theoretical weights shown below are standard section references and are especially useful for calculating project tonnage and freight. citeturn170790search3turn170790search35
| A36 H Beam Size | H (mm) | B (mm) | Web tw (mm) | Flange tf (mm) | Theoretical Weight |
| 100×100×6×8 | 100 | 100 | 6 | 8 | 17.2 kg/m |
| 125×125×6.5×9 | 125 | 125 | 6.5 | 9 | 23.8 kg/m |
| 150×150×7×10 | 150 | 150 | 7 | 10 | 31.9 kg/m |
| 175×175×7.5×11 | 175 | 175 | 7.5 | 11 | 40.3 kg/m |
| 200×200×8×12 | 200 | 200 | 8 | 12 | 50.5 kg/m |
| 250×250×9×14 | 250 | 250 | 9 | 14 | 72.4 kg/m |
| 300×300×10×15 | 300 | 300 | 10 | 15 | 94.5 kg/m |
| 350×350×12×19 | 350 | 350 | 12 | 19 | About 137 kg/m |
| 400×400×13×21 | 400 | 400 | 13 | 21 | About 172 kg/m |
| 588×300×12×20 | 588 | 300 | 12 | 20 | About 151 kg/m |
These specifications show why the size of an A36 structural Steel H-beam must be confirmed before quoting. A 100×100 section weighs only about 17.2 kg/m, while a 400×400×13×21 section weighs approximately 172 kg/m-almost ten times as much per meter.
A36 Wide Flange Beam W Sizes
For American structural projects, an A36 wide flange beam is often specified using AISC W-shape designations rather than metric H×B×tw×tf dimensions.
For example:
W10×22
does not mean 10 inches × 22 inches.
The first number identifies the nominal depth series, while the second number represents the nominal weight in lb/ft. AISC's current Shapes Database v16.0 provides both U.S. customary and metric section dimensions and properties for structural shapes.
| A36 Wide Flange Beam | Actual Depth | Flange Width | Weight | Approx. Metric Weight |
| W4×13 | 4.16 in | 4.06 in | 13 lb/ft | 19.3 kg/m |
| W6×15 | 5.99 in | 5.99 in | 15 lb/ft | 22.3 kg/m |
| W8×18 | 8.14 in | 5.25 in | 18 lb/ft | 26.8 kg/m |
| W10×22 | 10.2 in | 5.75 in | 22 lb/ft | 32.7 kg/m |
| W12×26 | 12.2 in | 6.49 in | 26 lb/ft | 38.7 kg/m |
| W14×38 | 14.1 in | 6.77 in | 38 lb/ft | 56.6 kg/m |
AISC section databases show that actual dimensions differ slightly from the nominal W designation, which is why engineering drawings should always specify the complete section designation.
Mechanical Properties of A36 Structural Steel H-Beam
For structural purchasing, the mechanical properties of the material must be considered together with the beam dimensions.
| Property | ASTM A36 Reference | Metric Reference |
| Minimum Yield Strength | 36 ksi | Approx. 250 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 58–80 ksi | Approx. 400–550 MPa |
| Steel Type | Carbon structural steel | Structural beam material |
| Common Sections | W / H / other structural shapes | According to project |
These strength values describe the material, while the load-bearing capacity of an A36 Section Steel Beam also depends on section depth, flange width, web thickness, flange thickness, span, bracing and structural design.
What Affects A36 H Beam Price?
For A36 H beam, section weight is one of the most important price factors. Because structural beams are normally priced by weight, a heavier section creates a higher cost per meter even when the price per ton remains the same.
Length also matters. Standard lengths such as 6 m and 12 m are commonly easier to arrange, while special cut lengths may require additional processing.
The final quotation can also change when the order requires drilling, sawing, bevel cutting, welding, sandblasting, primer painting, galvanizing or fabricated connection plates.
For export projects, container loading is another important factor. Heavy wide-flange sections can reach container payload limits before the available container volume is fully used.
A36 H Beam Processing and Inspection
GNEE can supply A36 structural Steel H-beam as raw structural sections or provide further processing according to customer drawings.
| Service | Available Option | Main Purpose |
| Cutting | Saw / CNC / flame cutting | Custom beam length |
| Drilling | CNC hole processing | Bolt connections |
| Welding | Components / connection plates | Structural fabrication |
| Surface Treatment | Shot blasting / primer / galvanizing | Corrosion protection |
| Dimensional Inspection | H, B, tw, tf and length | Verify section size |
| Material Inspection | Mechanical / chemical verification | Confirm material |
| Documentation | MTC / inspection documents | Export and project acceptance |
For H-beam orders, dimensional inspection is especially important because the supplier should confirm not only length but also section designation, flange width, web thickness and flange thickness.
How to Request an Accurate A36 H Beam Quotation?
To obtain an accurate A36 H beam price, buyers should provide:
ASTM A36 + section size + length + quantity + processing + surface treatment + destination port.
A good metric inquiry would be:
ASTM A36 H Beam, 300×300×10×15 mm, 12 m length, 80 tons, CIF Jebel Ali.
For a U.S. wide-flange project:
ASTM A36 Wide Flange Beam, W10×22, 40 ft length, 100 tons, FOB China.
Providing the exact section designation allows the supplier to calculate unit weight, total tonnage, number of pieces, processing cost and shipping plan much more accurately.
Buy A36 H Beam From GNEE
GNEE supplies A36 H beam, A36 wide flange beam, A36 structural Steel H-beam and A36 Section Steel Beam for building construction, industrial structures, warehouses, platforms and steel-frame projects.
We can supply both metric H-section sizes and W-series wide flange beams according to customer drawings and purchasing specifications.
Different section depths, flange widths, web thicknesses, flange thicknesses and lengths can be supplied according to project requirements. Cutting, drilling, welding, surface treatment and third-party inspection can also be arranged.
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