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Hot-Rolled ASTM A588 Corten Steel Plate/Sheet for Bridges and Construction (A242/A606 Type 4 Equivalent)

ASTM A588 Corten Steel Plate is strong and can handle high temperatures and tough environments. It is easy to weld and machine, making it a popular choice for construction and industrial projects. This steel plate is durable, tough, and holds up well in harsh conditions. It is also flexible and can be made into wires for more uses. Available in different sizes and thicknesses, ASTM A588 Corten Steel Plate works well even in bare conditions. Its strength and versatility make it a reliable choice for many industries.

 

It can be used in a number of varying weather conditions as well. ASTM A588 GR.A Plates are available in different forms of weathering steel plates such as hot rolled, cold rolled, normalized, and even tempering as well. We make these products available in all these different forms. We also conduct various tests on our products such as destructive and non-destructive tests like firmness test, impact analysis, etc.

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What is ASTM A588 grade A equivalent to?

International standards for structural steel equivalent to ASTM A588 grade a are:

EN 10025-5: S355JOWP

JIS G3125: SPA-H

BS 4360: WR 50 A

ISO 4952: Fe 355 W

These standards have similar mechanical properties to that of ASTM A588 GR A coil. You can consult experienced professionals from us, to know which equivalent grade is suitable for your project.

 

ASTM A588 grade A vs B

  • Astm a588 gr a sheet material has a slightly different chemical composition than grade b. The latter has higher copper and chromium levels.
  • Due to the compositional difference, grade b shows more resistance to corrosion than gr a.
  • Grade B has higher alloy content and hence might require added precautions during welding.

 

 

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A588 CORTEN STEEL SIZES

  THICKNESS WIDTH LENGTH
A588 all grades 3/16" – 8" 48" – 120" Up to 480"

 

Steel plate ASTM A588 chemical composition:

ASTM A588 A588 Gr.A A588 Gr.B A588 Gr.C A588 Gr.K
C ≤ 0.19 ≤0.20 ≤0.15 ≤0.17
Mn 0.80-1.25 0.75-1.35 0.80-1.35 0.50-1.20
P ≤0.04 ≤0.04 ≤0.04 ≤0.04
S ≤0.05 ≤0.05 ≤0.05 ≤0.05
Si 0.30-0.65 0.15-0.50 0.15-0.40 0.25-0.50
Ni ≤0.40 ≤0.50 0.25-0.50 ≤0.40
Cr 0.40-0.65 0.40-0.70 0.30-0.50 0.40-0.70
Mo - - - ≤0.10
Cu 0.25-0.40 0.20-0.40 0.20-0.50 0.30-0.50
V 0.02-0.10 0.01-0.10 0.01-0.10 -
Nb - - - 0.005-0.50

 

Steel plate ASTM A588 mechanical properties:

ASTM A588 <100mm ≥100-125mm >125-200
Tensile strength min MPa 485 460 435
Yield strength min MPa 345 315 290
Elongation min 21 21 21

 

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FAQ

 

 

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01.What is ASTM A588 equivalent to?

The ASTM A588 grade A plate is equivalent to Corten A steel plate. ASTM A242 plate is equivalent to Corten B. Compared with common low alloy high strength steel such as A572 Grade 50, ASTM A588 and ASTM A242 has advantages of weathering resistant performances.

02.What is the difference between ASTM A572 and ASTM A588?

Differences: Corrosion Resistance: A572 does not have the same level of corrosion resistance as A588 due to the additional elements in A588 that provide atmospheric corrosion resistance.

03.What is the difference between ASTM A36 and A588?

What is the difference between A588 to carbon steel A36? ASTM A588 is a high strength low-alloy structural steel, while A36 is just carbon steel. Due to the difference in chemical content, A588 angle steel has more applications than mild A36 angle bar.

04.Can you weld A588 steel?

Typical tensile strength of based metal (weathering steel) is 68-78 KSI. We advise only welding A606-4 or A588 together. Welding A606-4 or A588 to other metals can lead to a dissimilar metal reaction.

05.What is the difference between ASTM A588 and A606?

ASTM A588 covers structural shapes, plate, and bar. ASTM A242 covers steel plate through one-half inch in thickness. ASTM A606-4 covers steel sheet and coil and ASTM A847 is for weathering steel tube and pipe.

 

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Company profile

 

Founded in 2008, Gnee (Tianjin) Supply Chain Group Co., Ltd. specializes in the global trade and processing of Corten steel products.
• We handle all kinds of Corten engineering projects, such as bridges, gardens, hotels, and facade systems.
• Compliant with ASTM, EN, and other international standards; third-party inspection supported.
• Exported to over 200 countries and regions worldwide.
• 8 subsidiaries across China and overseas, ensuring global service coverage.
Application Fields: Architecture, landscaping, gardening, cladding, and urban infrastructure.

 

 

 

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