🟦 Product Overview
ASTM I Section is produced according to ASTM A6 , the general requirements standard for rolled structural steel. Common material grades include ASTM A992 , ASTM A572 , and ASTM A36 , covering both high‑strength low‑alloy and carbon structural steel.
ASTM I‑Beams provide excellent structural strength, weldability, and dimensional precision. They are widely used in building structures, industrial frameworks, bridge construction, and heavy engineering applications across North America and global EPC projects.
ASTM I Sections follow standardized dimensions and tolerances, ensuring consistent performance and compatibility with international engineering requirements.
🟦 Applicable Standards
ASTM A6 – General requirements for rolled structural steel
ASTM A992 – High‑strength low‑alloy structural steel
ASTM A572 – High‑strength low‑alloy structural steel (Grades 42 / 50 / 55 / 60 / 65)
ASTM A36 – Carbon structural steel
🟦 Available Grades
ASTM A992 (most common for building structures)
ASTM A572 Grade 50 / 55 / 60 / 65
ASTM A36
These grades cover general structural applications and high‑strength engineering requirements.
🟦 Dimensions Range
Parameter Range Height (H) 80–1000 mm Flange Width (B) 50–300 mm Web Thickness (t1) 4–25 mm Flange Thickness (t2) 6–40 mm Length 6 m / 9 m / 12 m / custom Tolerance As per ASTM A6
Designation Unit Weight (kg/m) H (mm) B (mm) tₜ (mm) tᵣ (mm) r₁ (mm) r₂ (mm) Sectional Area (mm² × 10⁻²) S 75 × 8.5* 8.5 76 59 4.3 6.6 7.0 2.1 10.8 S 75 × 11.2* 11.2 76 64 8.9 6.6 7.0 3.8 14.3 S 100 × 11.5* 11.5 102 68 4.9 7.4 7.5 4.4 14.8 S 100 × 14.1* 14.1 102 71 8.3 7.4 7.5 4.4 18.0 S 130 × 15* 15.0 127 76 5.4 8.3 7.9 4.6 19.1 S 150 × 18.6* 18.6 152 85 5.9 9.1 7.9 4.9 23.6 S 150 × 25.7* 25.7 152 91 11.8 9.1 8.3 5.0 32.6 S 200 × 27.4* 27.4 203 102 6.9 10.8 9.5 5.5 34.9 S 200 × 34* 34.0 203 106 11.2 10.8 9.5 5.5 43.7 S 250 × 37.8* 37.8 254 112 7.9 12.5 10.5 6.0 48.3 S 250 × 52* 52.0 254 126 15.1 12.5 10.5 6.0 66.5 S 310 × 47.3* 47.3 305 127 8.9 13.8 11.5 6.5 60.3 S 310 × 52* 52.0 305 129 10.9 13.8 11.5 6.5 66.5 S 310 × 60.7* 60.7 305 133 11.7 17.7 14.0 6.5 77.4 S 310 × 74* 74.0 305 139 17.4 16.7 14.0 6.5 94.8 S 380 × 64* 64.0 381 140 10.4 15.8 13.0 6.5 81.3 S 380 × 74* 74.0 381 143 14.0 15.8 13.0 7.8 94.8 S 460 × 81.4* 81.4 457 152 11.7 17.6 14.5 9.0 104 S 460 × 104* 104 457 159 18.1 17.6 14.5 9.0 133 S 510 × 98* 98.0 508 159 12.8 20.2 15.0 9.4 125 S 510 × 112* 112 508 162 16.8 20.2 15.0 9.4 142 S 510 × 128* 128 516 179 16.8 23.4 15.0 9.4 163 S 510 × 143* 143 516 183 20.3 23.4 15.0 9.4 182 S 610 × 119* 119 610 178 12.7 22.1 15.5 9.6 152 S 610 × 134* 134 610 181 15.9 22.1 15.5 9.6 171 S 610 × 149* 149 610 184 18.9 22.1 15.5 9.6 189 S 610 × 158* 158 622 200 15.7 27.7 15.5 9.6 201 S 610 × 180* 180 622 204 20.3 27.7 15.5 9.6 230
🟦 Mechanical Properties
ASTM A992
Property Value Yield Strength ≥ 345 MPa Tensile Strength 450–630 MPa Elongation ≥ 18%
ASTM A572 Grade 50
Property Value Yield Strength ≥ 345 MPa Tensile Strength ≥ 450 MPa Elongation ≥ 18%
ASTM A36
Property Value Yield Strength ≥ 250 MPa Tensile Strength 400–550 MPa Elongation ≥ 20%
🟦 Chemical Composition (Typical)
ASTM A992
Element Max (%) C 0.23 Mn 0.50–1.50 P 0.035 S 0.045 Si 0.40 V 0.08
ASTM A36
Element Max (%) C 0.25 Mn 0.80–1.20 P 0.040 S 0.050 Si 0.40
🟦 Applications
Building structures
Industrial steel frameworks
Bridge girders and support beams
Machinery and equipment support
General structural engineering
Warehouse and workshop construction
🟦 Why Use ASTM I Section
Standardized American dimensions
High strength‑to‑weight ratio
Excellent weldability and fabrication properties
Suitable for heavy load‑bearing applications
Widely used in global construction standards
🟦 Why Choose WelSteels
Full range of ASTM A992, A572, and A36 I‑beams
Strict dimensional and mechanical testing
CNC cutting, drilling, and fabrication services
SGS / BV third‑party inspection available
Export‑grade seaworthy packaging
Fast delivery from stock and mill production