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ST37 ST52 U Channel & C Channel Steel Sections – Technical Specifications & Product Data

Technical product details for U Channel (GB Standard/Lightweight Channel) and C Channel (C-Purlin/Lipped C-Purlin) steel sections, including material grades, dimensions, production processes, and applicable standards for structural and industrial use.

    Key Features

     High Strength: Q235B/Q355B grades ensure excellent load-bearing capacity for Indian construction projects.

    Versatile Sizing: Available in standard and custom dimensions to fit diverse structural needs.
    Corrosion Resistance: Hot-dip galvanized option ideal for India’s humid and coastal environments.
    Easy Fabrication: Compatible with cutting, drilling, welding, and cold bending processes.

    Steel Channel Standards And Grades

    ISO 657-1, ASTM A36, ASTM A527, EN 10034, JIS G3101, BS 4-1, DIN 1026, DIN 17100 etc.

    According to different application environments, choose the appropriate steel grade. 

    Item

    Details

    Type & Series

    GB Standard Channel, Lightweight Channel

    Steel Grade

    China Standard: Q235B, Q355B

    ASTM: A36, A572 Gr.50

    European Standard: S235JR, S275JR, S355JR

    Standard

    GB/T 706, ASTM A6/A6M, EN 10279

    Size Designation

    (h) x (b) x (d)Example: 200mm x 75mm x 9.0mmEuropean Standard: UPE 200, UPN 180

    Process

    Hot Rolled

    Surface Treatment

    Black , Hot-Dip Galvanized, Painted, Shot Blasted

    Category

    Cutting / Drilling & Punching / Welding / Cold Bending

    Item

    Details

    Type

    C-Purlin, Lipped C-Purlin

    Steel Grade

    Q235, Q345, S350GD, S280GDASTM: A653 SS Gr.550, Gr.345

    Standard

    GB/T 6725, ASTM A1003, EN 10162

    Section Dimensions

    Total Height (H) x Leg Width (B) x Lip (C) x Thickness (T)Example: 100mm x 50mm x 20mm x 2.0mm

    Common Series

    C80, C100, C120, C140, C160, C180, C200, C220, C250

    Thickness (T)

    1.2mm – 3.0mm

    Length

    1m – 12m

    Process

    Cold Roll Forming

    Surface Treatment

    Galvanized

    Surface Finish

    (1)Hot-rolled (as-rolled).

    (2)Cold-rolled (smooth finish).

    (3)Galvanized (corrosion-resistant).

    Application

    Building Construction: Roof trusses, wall frames, and secondary structural supports for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
    Infrastructure: Bridges, highways, and railway infrastructure components.
    Industrial Use: Warehouse racks, machinery frames, and conveyor systems.
    Agriculture: Farm sheds, poultry houses, and storage structures.

    Hot-Rolled Carbon Steel Channel A36 S235JR Q235B for Building Framing (3)
    Hot-Rolled Carbon Steel Channel A36 S235JR Q235B for Building Framing (2)

    Advantages

    High strength and stability: The cross-section is designed in a "concave" shape, with excellent bending and compression resistance, especially suitable for transverse force structures (such as beams and brackets).
    Convenient and efficient construction: Standardized specifications are convenient for quick cutting, welding or bolting, and are suitable for modular construction needs. It can be flexibly combined with other steel sections (such as I-beams and angle steels) to form a stable frame structure.
    Economical and practical: The cost of hot-rolled channel steel is low, and the cost performance is higher than that of some special-shaped steels. The maintenance cost is low, and the service life can reach more than 20 years after surface galvanizing, reducing the frequency of replacement.
    Wide application scenarios: Construction field, Mechanical field, Emerging fields.
    Environmental adaptability: Cold-bent channel production consumes less energy and is suitable for light environmental protection projects.

    Packaging and Shipping

    Standard Export Packaging: Securely bundled with steel strapping or wrapped in protective materials. Available shipping options include:

    Containerized sea freight

    ●Bulk sea freight

    ●Air freight

    ●Land transportation

    ●Intermodal (multimodal) logistics solutions

    For custom requirements, feel free to contact us!

    Hot-Rolled Carbon Steel Channel A36 S235JR Q235B for Building Framing (4)
    Hot-Rolled Carbon Steel Channel A36 S235JR Q235B for Building Framing (1)

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    Q: What are the main differences between U Channel and C Channel?
    A:U Channel: Produced via hot rolling, used for primary structural load-bearing members, available in thicker sections, and conforms to standards like GB/T 706, ASTM A6/A6M, and EN 10279.
    C Channel: Produced via cold roll forming, used for secondary structural members , features a lipped profile, and conforms to standards like GB/T 6725, ASTM A1003, and EN 10162.

    Q: What steel grades are available for the Indian market?
    A:U Channel: Q235B, Q355B (Chinese standard); A36, A572 Gr.50 (ASTM); S235JR, S275JR, S355JR (European standard).
    C Channel: Q235, Q345, S350GD, S280GD; ASTM A653 SS Gr.550, Gr.345.

    Q. What surface treatments are available?
    A:U Channel: Black (as rolled), hot-dip galvanized, painted, or shot blasted.
    C Channel: Standard galvanized surface for corrosion resistance.

    Q: What are the typical applications in India?
    A:U Channel: Primary structural supports in buildings, bridges, and industrial machinery.
    C Channel: Roofing purlins, wall framing, warehouse racks, and agricultural structures.

    Q: Can custom lengths or dimensions be provided?
    A:Yes, custom lengths (within 1m–12m for C Channel) and non-standard dimensions can be manufactured to meet project-specific requirements.

    Q: What is the lead time for orders to India?
    A:Lead times vary by order volume and production schedule; typical delivery to major Indian ports (Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata) is 3–5 weeks after order confirmation.


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