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Product Details, Specifications, and Technical Information

Hot Roll "Weathering Steel" Rectangle Bar A588 is a strong, durable steel bar that is resistant to corrosion. It is used in a variety of applications, including structural supports, machine frames, and other industrial applications. Hot Roll A588 are similar to the product trade named "Cor-Ten" but have a slightly different chemical make up.

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Dimension Name Specification
Thickness 0.25
Width 2
Max Length 240
Alloy A588 Weathering
Production Method Hot Rolled
MTR Availability Yes
Full Length true
Material Carbon Steel
Shape Bar-Rectangle
Custom Cut Warehouse 1
Weight/Lineal Foot
1.7 pounds
Please note that this data is to be used ONLY FOR REFERENCE, NOT FOR DESIGN, and by using it,you agree that any decisions you make regarding materials for your project are at your own discretion.
Mechanical Properties
Property Value
Ultimate Tensile Strength KSI 70
Melting Point °F 2580 - 2650
Elongation % in 2 in. 22
Electrical Conductivity % IACS 7
Shear Strength KSI 51
Density g/cm^3 8
Yield Tensile Strength KSI 50
Brinell Hardness 3000 kg load 170
Rockwell Hardness B Scale 86
Chemistry Information: A588 Weathering Carbon Steel
Element Percentage
Cr 0.4 - 0.65
Mn 0.9 - 1.25
C 0.1 - 0.22
Cu 0.25 - 0.4
Si 0.15 - 0.3
V 0.02 - 0.1
P 0.04 max
S 0.05 max
Fe 97 - 98.5
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