METAL GRADES

A36 Grade Structural Steel

As a ferrous, mild, low carbon steel, A36 demonstrates excellent weldability, and its high yield strength makes it a common grade for most engineering projects. Carbon steel ASTM A36, its optimum combination of relatively low hardness and medium ductility make it a highly useful option for grinding, punching, tapping, drilling, and machining projects. ASTM A36 is used in bolted, riveted, or welded construction projects such as bridges and buildings, it is also used in forming tanks & bins and machined parts like bearing plates, fixtures, rings, and parts for agricultural equipment.

Yield/Tensile Strength

Metric

Imperial

Tensile Strength, Ultimate

400 - 500 MPa

58 - 80 ksi

Tensile Strength, Yield

250 MPa

36 ksi

Elongation at Break (in 2")

20%

23%

Material Chemistry

C

SI

MN

P

S

CU

0.26%

0.40%

0%

0.04%

0.05%

0.20%