Hot Selling Unequal Angle Bar 63*40*6mm SS400/S235JR Hot Rolled L-Shape Steel Profile for Engineering

Hot Selling Unequal Angle Bar 63*40*6mm SS400/S235JR Hot Rolled L-Shape Steel Profile for Engineering

63×40×6mm unequal angle steel, commonly used for building structures, support frames, and general steel fabrication. Available in various lengths and steel grades to suit different project requirements. Suitable for structural welding, frame fabrication, and general steelwork. Contact us for available specifications, stock, and pricing.

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Sky Steel Group manufactures and exports prime-grade 63×40×6mm unequal angle steel bars (L-profile steel) in hot-rolled black finish and hot-dip galvanized (HDG) condition. Produced strictly to international structural steel standards (ASTM A36, EN 10025 S275JR / S355JR, JIS G3101 SS400, GB/T Q235B / Q355B), this asymmetrical 63mm × 40mm section provides optimized directional load-bearing, excellent rigidity, and superior weldability for heavy industrial and transmission engineering.

Directional Load Bearing, Asymmetric Rigidity & Corrosion Protection

63×40×6mm unequal angle steel is engineered for structural applications where bending moments or connection clearances differ between principal axes. The 63 mm long leg provides enhanced cross-sectional inertia along the primary stress axis, while the 40 mm short leg minimizes dead weight and optimizes bolt-hole spacing in compact joints.

Available in standard mill-finish black steel or batch hot-dip galvanized with a heavy zinc coating mass (up to 85 µm / 600 g/m² per ASTM A123 / ISO 1461), our unequal angle bars withstand extreme weathering, coastal marine humidity, and industrial chemical environments. In-house processing services include fixed-length precision cutting (5.8m / 6m / 11.8m / 12m), CNC hole punching, slotted drilling, miter cutting, and pre-assembly marking.

63×40×6mm Unequal Angle Steel Specifications

ItemAvailable Range / Specification
ProductHot-Rolled Unequal Angle Steel Bar / L-Section Asymmetric Profile
Standard Dimensions63 mm × 40 mm × 6.0 mm (Long Leg A: 63mm, Short Leg B: 40mm, Thickness t: 6.0mm)
Theoretical Weight4.638 kg/m (Nominal weight per meter compliant with standard corner radiuses)
Dimensional ToleranceLeg Widths: ±1.0 mm / Thickness: ±0.4 mm / Straightness: ≤ 2 mm/m (Compliant with EN 10056-2 / ASTM A6)
Steel GradesASTM A36, ASTM A572 Gr.50 / EN 10025 S275JR, S355JR, S355J2 / JIS G3101 SS400 / GB/T Q235B, Q355B
Applicable StandardsEN 10056, ASTM A36/A36M, JIS G3192, JIS G3101, GB/T 706, ISO 657-2
Surface FinishHot-Rolled Mill Finish (Black) / Hot-Dip Galvanized (HDG) / Painted / Oiled / Shot Blasted (SA 2.5)
Galvanizing StandardASTM A123 / ISO 1461 / BS 729 (Zinc Coating: 45 µm – 85 µm / 320 – 610 g/m²)
Standard Lengths5.8m, 6.0m (for 20GP container) / 11.8m, 12.0m (for 40GP/40HQ container) / Custom Cut-to-Length
Fabrication ServicesCNC Punching, Slotted Drilling, Laser/Plasma Cutting, Miter Sawing, Beveling, Robot Welding
ApplicationPower Transmission Towers / Substation Gantries / Bridge Truss Cross-Bracing / Ship Framing / Machinery Base Skid
Bundle Weight1.5 – 3.0 Metric Tons per bundle (Secured with heavy-gauge steel strapping and lifting slings)
Inspection & CertificateEN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificate (MTC) / ISO 9001 / CE / SGS, BV, TUV Inspection Supported
PackagingSeaworthy Export Bundles with Interlocked Stacking, Steel Strapping, Traceability Tags & Timber Dunnage

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Where Is 63×40×6mm Unequal Angle Steel Used?

Owing to its asymmetric geometric properties, high section modulus along the major axis, and high fabrication flexibility, 63×40×6mm unequal angle steel is widely utilized in high-voltage power transmission structures, structural warehouse cross-ties, equipment skids, and international containerized projects.

Power Transmission Towers & Substation Gantries

63×40×6mm hot-dip galvanized unequal angle steel is widely specified as diagonal bracing, horizontal diaphragm members, and redundant ties in high-voltage lattice transmission towers. The longer 63 mm leg accommodates standard multi-bolt connection patterns to transfer high axial tension and wind shear loads, while the thick zinc coating prevents rust over a 30+ year outdoor service life.

Hot-Dip Galvanized 63x40x6mm Unequal Angle Steel Used in Lattice Transmission Tower Joint

Mill Inventory Stock & Standardized Interlocked Bundles

Hot-rolled on continuous automated profile rolling mills to guarantee uniform corner radiuses, clean leg edges, and consistent 6.0 mm wall thickness. Finished unequal angle bars are nested tightly in interlocked rectangular bundles, strapped with high-tensile steel bands, and marked with full heat traceability tags for rapid warehouse handling.

Neatly Bundled 63x40x6mm Unequal Angle Steel Bars Stored in Mill Warehouse

Fixed-Length Container Loading & Export Logistics

To maximize container weight limits and ensure safe maritime transit, angle bars are precision cold-saw cut to standard 5.8m (for 20GP) or 11.8m (for 40GP/40HQ). Bundles are mechanically forklift-loaded, cross-chocked with solid timber dunnage, and secured with heavy-duty lashing straps to prevent transit shifting, bending deformation, or container wall damage at sea.

Forklift Loading 63x40x6mm Unequal Angle Steel Bundles into Shipping Container

63×40×6mm Unequal Angle Steel FAQ

Answers to technical questions regarding asymmetric section properties, theoretical weights, galvanizing specifications, pre-punching fabrication, and global container shipping.

What is the theoretical weight and dimensional tolerance of 63×40×6mm unequal angle steel?

The standard theoretical weight of 63×40×6mm unequal angle steel is 4.638 kg/m (approx. 27.83 kg per standard 6.0-meter bar). Dimensional tolerances strictly comply with international standards (such as EN 10056-2 and ASTM A6): leg width tolerances are maintained within ±1.0 mm, leg thickness within ±0.4 mm, and total camber/straightness does not exceed 2 mm per meter.

What are the engineering advantages of using unequal angle steel (63×40mm) over equal angle steel?

Unequal angle sections provide unequal moments of inertia along the two principal axes ($I_x > I_y$). In lattice towers, trusses, and purlin bracing, primary loads frequently act predominantly in one direction. By aligning the 63 mm long leg along the major stress plane, engineers achieve the required load resistance while saving 10%–15% total steel weight compared to oversized equal angle bars.

What international steel grades and mill certificates are available?

We supply prime certified structural steel grades across all primary global standards:

• American Standards: ASTM A36, ASTM A572 Grade 50.
• European Standards: EN 10025 S275JR, S355JR, S355J2.
• Japanese Standards: JIS G3101 SS400, SS490.
• Chinese Standards: GB/T 700 Q235B, GB/T 1591 Q355B / Q355D.
Every order is delivered with an EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificate (MTC) certifying chemical composition and mechanical properties (yield, tensile, and Charpy impact values where applicable).

What are the hot-dip galvanizing standards for outdoor and transmission tower projects?

Hot-dip galvanizing is performed in full compliance with ASTM A123 / ISO 1461 / BS 729 after cutting and hole-punching are completed. Zinc coating thickness ranges from 45 µm to 85 µm (320 – 610 g/m²), forming an alloyed metallurgical zinc-iron barrier that provides full cathodic corrosion protection for over 25–30 years in outdoor, coastal, and industrial atmospheres.

Can you perform customized cutting, CNC hole punching, and slotting according to project drawings?

Yes. We provide complete pre-fabrication services including CNC precision cold sawing, slotted and round hole punching, miter angle cutting, weld beveling, and identification hard-stamping. Galvanizing is applied post-fabrication to ensure all hole perimeters and cut edges are fully sealed against corrosion.

What are the bundle weights, packaging standards, and container loading capacities?

Angle bars are strapped into tightly nested rectangular bundles weighing approximately 1.5 to 2.5 Metric Tons using heavy-gauge high-tensile steel strapping. For container logistics:

• 20GP Containers: Loaded with 5.80m / 5.85m / 5.90m lengths (Payload: up to 25–27 MT).
• 40GP / 40HQ Containers: Loaded with 11.80m / 12.00m lengths (Payload: up to 26–28 MT).
All containers are fortified with timber chocking and floor dunnage to ensure safe, damage-free global ocean transit.