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A36 Mild Steel

Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP, based in Khetwadi, Mumbai, is a leading supplier and exporter of A36 Mild Steel products, offering superior quality and reliable performance for various structural applications. A36 Mild Steel, known for its versatility, strength, and affordability, is extensively used in construction and industrial projects due to its excellent welding, machinability, and forming capabilities. This steel grade complies with ASTM standards, making it ideal for use in manufacturing sheets, plates, tubes, pipes, bars, angles, channels, beams, and fittings, where structural stability is paramount.

Key Features of A36 Mild Steel

  • Excellent Machinability: Easily machined and formed, which simplifies fabrication.
  • High Strength: Strong and durable, making it suitable for load-bearing applications.
  • Versatile Applications: Widely used in bridges, buildings, and general construction.
  • Good Weldability: Suitable for all standard welding methods, providing flexibility in fabrication.
  • Affordable: Cost-effective, making it ideal for large-scale projects and everyday structural use.

Product Specifications for A36 Mild Steel

Product Type Standard Available Sizes Typical Applications
Sheets and Plates ASTM A36 Thickness: 6mm-100mm, Width: 1000mm-3000mm, Length: up to 12m Structural applications, machinery parts
Pipes and Tubes ASTM A36 Diameter: 10mm-500mm, Length: up to 12m Fluid transport, structural supports
Bars and Rods ASTM A36 Diameter: 6mm-200mm Reinforcement in construction, fabrication
Angles and Channels ASTM A36 Custom sizes available Structural framing, brackets, supports
Beams ASTM A36 Standard and custom sizes Load-bearing structures in construction
Fittings ASTM A36 Custom configurations Connections in structural systems

Physical Properties of A36 Mild Steel

Property Value
Density 7.85 g/cc
Modulus of Elasticity 200 GPa
Melting Point 1425-1510°C
Thermal Expansion 12 µm/m-°C
Thermal Conductivity 45 W/m-K

Mechanical Properties of A36 Mild Steel

Property Value
Yield Strength Min 250 MPa
Tensile Strength 400-550 MPa
Elongation 20% (for 8 in.)
Hardness (Brinell) 120-150 HB

Electrical Properties of A36 Mild Steel

Electrical Property Value
Electrical Resistivity 1.59 x 10^-7 Ω·m
Electrical Conductivity 6.3 x 10^6 S/m

Thermal Properties of A36 Mild Steel

Thermal Property Value
Thermal Conductivity 45 W/m-K
Specific Heat Capacity 0.49 J/g-K
Thermal Expansion 12 µm/m-°C

Processing Properties of A36 Mild Steel

Process Suitability
Machining Excellent
Welding Very Good
Forming Good
Heat Treatment Can be normalized

Component Elements Properties of A36 Mild Steel

Element Percentage (%)
Carbon (C) Max 0.26
Manganese (Mn) 0.60 – 0.90
Phosphorus (P) Max 0.04
Sulfur (S) Max 0.05
Silicon (Si) 0.15 – 0.40

Comparison: A36 Mild Steel vs. Other Structural Steels

Material Strength Corrosion Resistance Cost Applications
A36 Mild Steel Moderate Low Affordable General construction, structural framing
A572 Grade 50 Higher Moderate Higher Bridges, heavy structures
A992 Steel High Moderate Higher Beam construction, load-bearing structures
A283 Mild Steel Moderate Low Affordable Structural framing, general fabrication

Price List for A36 Mild Steel (in USD per kg)

Product Type Price Range (USD/kg)
A36 Sheets & Plates $1.0 – $1.4
A36 Pipes & Tubes $1.2 – $1.6
A36 Bars & Rods $1.1 – $1.5
A36 Angles & Channels $1.3 – $1.7
A36 Beams $1.5 – $2.0

Choose high-quality A36 Mild Steel from Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP for your structural and industrial projects. Our A36 products are ideal for cost-effective and reliable solutions across various applications. Contact us now for competitive pricing and expert guidance on your project needs!