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Product Details, Specifications, and Technical Information

Steel Channel is a hot rolled, mild steel structural C shape with inside radius corners that is ideal for all structural applications, general fabrication, manufacturing and repairs. Steel Channel is widely used in industrial maintenance, agricultural implements, transportation equipment, truck beds, trailers, etc. Its C-shape or U-shape configuration is ideal for for added strength and rigidity over steel angle when your project's load is vertically or horizontal. This steel shape is easy to weld, cut, form and machine with the proper equipment and knowledge.
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Dimension Name Specification
Base 10
Legs 2.6" x 2.6"
Thickness 0.24
Alloy A36
Production Method Hot Rolled
Color Dark Gray
Brand Des Moines Steel Co.
MTR Availability Yes
Material Carbon Steel
Shape Channel
Weight/Lineal Foot
15.3 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
Machinability % 72
Elongation % in 2 in. 22
Yield Tensile Strength KSI 48
Electrical Conductivity % IACS 12
Brinell Hardness 3000 kg load 140
Ultimate Tensile Strength KSI 58
Density g/cm^3 8
Melting Point °F 2590 - 2670
Rockwell Hardness B Scale 77
Shear Strength KSI 44
Chemistry Information: A36 Carbon Steel
Element Percentage
C 0.29 max
Cu 0.2
Fe 99
Mn 0.75
P 0.04 max
S 0.05 max
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