What is ASTM A36 Standard
ASTM 36 is an American standard carbon structural plate, executed according to ASTM A36/A36M-03a. ASTM 36 is equivalent to Chinese grade Q235. Q235 ordinary carbon structural steel, also known as A3 steel. (Ordinary carbon structural steel - plain plate is a type of steel material).
Perfornamce:
1. Minimum yield strength: 36,000 psi
2. Minimum tensile strength: 58,000 psi
3. Minimum elongation: 20% for steel plates and bars( 8 inches or less in thickness)
4. Minimum elongation: 23% for plates and bars(greater than 8 inches in thickness)
5. Maximum carbon content: 0.25%
Advantages:
LEFIN STEEL produces the ASTM A36 standards with the following advantages：
1. Cost-effective: ASTM A36 steel is an affordable material that is commonly used in construction projects. It is readily available and has a low cost compared to other materials.
2. High strength and durability: ASTM A36 steel has a high yield strength and ultimate tensile strength, which makes it perfect for structural applications like buildings, bridges, and more. It is also durable and can withstand harsh environmental conditions.
3. Easy to work with: ASTM A36 steel is easy to form, weld, and cut, making it easy to work with for structural engineers and construction workers.
4. Versatile: ASTM A36 steel can be used for a wide range of applications, including structural steel, tanks, industrial buildings, bridges, and more.
5. Uniformity: ASTM A36 steel is produced to strict standards, ensuring consistent and reliable quality throughout the material. This makes it a dependable choice for construction projects.
Application:
This standard is applicable to riveted, bolted, and welded structures for bridges and buildings, as well as general purpose structural steel quality carbon steel sections, plates, and bars. The steel used in ASTM 36 should be killed steel.
ASTM A36 has good mechanical properties and processability, and can be used to make square tubes, circular tubes, rectangular tubes and large straight seam tubes, it is widely used because of its versatility, durability, and affordability. It is an important building block for many construction projects, providing a strong and reliable material for various applications. With its consistent quality and performance, ASTM A36 has become a widely recognized and trusted standard for carbon structural steel.
