What is ASTM A36 Steel Plate

A36 steel, a low-carbon structural steel, is important in the construction and manufacturing industries. It’s characterized by its less than 0.3% carbon content by weight,

• A 36 steel is easily machinable, welded, and formed, making it highly versatile.
• Its low carbon content limits the effect of heat treatment.
• lacks substantial corrosion resistance due to no nickel and chromium.

ASTM A36 Carbon Steel Plate is a US standard carbon structural steel. This low-carbon steel grade contains chemical alloys, giving it characteristics such as workability, ductility, and strength, making it ideal for use in the construction of various structures. It is widely used in fields such as construction, machinery manufacturing, shipbuilding, and automobile manufacturing. Its chemical composition includes elements such as carbon, silicon, and manganese, giving it excellent mechanical properties and workability.

What are A36 equivalent plate grades?

A36 steel is produced to meet standards set by ASTM, whose material standards are widely accepted in projects across the globe. However, some countries may require that structural projects which meets standards set by a different regulatory body. For example, structural projects that require plate falling under EN standards may use S275 in place of A36, as it is generally considered equivalent.

While not exactly equivalent to A36, other structural grades of mild and HSLA steel may also be suitable for use in infrastructure projects, as these grades often have properties similar to A36.

ASTM A36 Carbon Steel Plate Technical Data

Chemical Composition

Physical Properties

Mechanical Properties

Applications

ASTM A36 steel has the following applications:

• It is used in bolted, riveted or welded construction of bridges, buildings and oil rigs.
• It is used in forming tanks, bins, bearing plates, fixtures, rings, templates, jigs, sprockets, cams, gears, base plates, forgings, ornamental works, stakes, brackets, automotive and agricultural equipment, frames, machinery parts.
• It is used for various parts obtained by flame cutting such as in parking garages, walkways, boat landing ramps and trenches.