Hot Rolled Steel H Beam ASTM A992 / A572 Gr50
Hot Rolled Steel H Beam ASTM A992 / A572 Gr50
Hot rolled H beam (wide flange W-shape) to ASTM A992 / A572 Gr50. 50 ksi yield strength, good weldability and ductility. Suited for building frames, columns and general structural work. Standard lengths available, custom cut lengths on request.
- Mill Test Certificate Provided
- Strict Quality Inspection
- Custom Sizes Available
- On-Time Global Delivery
- Material: Hot rolled wide flange H beam, dual certified ASTM A992 / A572 Gr50, minimum 50 ksi yield strength. Consistent mechanical properties for structural loading.
- Performance: Good weldability, formability and impact resistance. Low residual stress after hot rolling, less distortion during fabrication.
- Application: Mainly used for building frames, support columns, bridge substructures, industrial platform supports and heavy load structural projects.
- Sizes & processing: Standard W series sizes in stock. Available in standard mill lengths. Cut-to-length service can be provided per your drawing requirements.
- Inspection & documents: MTC (Mill Test Certificate) issued under EN 10204 3.1. Third-party inspection acceptable upon request.
- Packaging: Bundled with steel straps for sea shipment, suitable for FCL and LCL delivery.
Product Features
| Item | Features |
|---|---|
| Material | Hot rolled H beam, dual certified ASTM A992 / A572 Gr50, 50 ksi minimum yield strength, stable mechanical values. |
| Profile & Size | Standard W wide flange shapes, full range of common dimensions. Tolerances follow ASTM rolling standards. |
| Length | Mill standard lengths available. Cut-to-length service offered based on customer drawings. |
| Surface | Normal hot rolled finish, no coating. Light surface rust is normal for hot rolled steel. |
| Production | Manufactured via hot rolling process. Low residual stress after forming for easier fabrication. |
| Documentation | MTC EN 10204 3.1 supplied. Third-party inspection can be arranged. |
Product Applications
- Commercial & industrial building frames: Main columns and girders for warehouses, factories and commercial steel buildings. 50 ksi yield strength meets North American building code requirements for primary load-bearing frames.
- Warehouse mezzanine structures: Supports elevated storage floors. Good weldability simplifies on-site fabrication and bolted connections for multi-level warehouse systems.
- Industrial heavy-load platforms: Used for equipment supports, maintenance platforms and crane runway beams. Handles static and moderate dynamic loads in plant environments.
- Bridge substructure & infrastructure: Applied for bridge girders and support members. Dual certified grade delivers stable mechanical performance for highway and pedestrian bridge components.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Rolled Steel H Beam ASTM A992 / A572 Gr50
1. What is the difference between ASTM A992 and A572 Gr50?
ASTM A992 is a structural steel grade commonly used for wide flange shapes, while A572 Gr50 is a high-strength low-alloy grade. In many cases, mills supply material certified to both standards.
2. What is the minimum yield strength?
ASTM A992 / A572 Gr50 has a minimum yield strength of 50 ksi. This is the typical basis for structural design calculations.
3. What sizes are available?
Standard W wide flange sizes are available. Actual size range depends on mill production and stock level. Please send your section, depth and flange width requirements for exact availability.
4. Can you supply cut-to-length material?
Yes. Cut-to-length service can be provided according to your drawings or length requirements. Tolerances should be confirmed before ordering.
5. What surface condition is supplied?
Hot rolled H beams are supplied in the normal as-rolled condition. They may have light surface rust, which is typical for hot rolled steel and does not affect structural performance.
6. What inspection documents are available?
Mill Test Reports are provided. MTC to EN 10204 3.1 can be supplied for most grades and sizes. Third-party inspection can be arranged if required.
