American Standard Channel Steel

ASTM/AISC Standard Channel Steel C6×13 Product Description (English Translation)

1. Model Breakdown

• C: Denotes a Channel cross-section.

• 6: Represents the nominal height of the channel in inches (approximately 6 inches or 152.4 mm).

• 13: Indicates the weight per unit length, i.e., 13 pounds per foot (approximately 5.90 kg/m).

2. Standard Parameters (Refer to AISC Manual)

• Cross-sectional Dimensions (Approximate):

• Height (h): 6 in (152.4 mm)

• Flange Width (b): 2.16 in (54.9 mm)

• Web Thickness (t_w): 0.343 in (8.7 mm)

• Flange Thickness (t_f): 0.465 in (11.8 mm)

• Cross-sectional Area: ~3.83 in² (24.7 cm²)

• Theoretical Weight: 13 lb/ft (~19.36 kg/m; slight variations may occur due to unit conversion standards).

3. Material and Standards

• Material: Typically ASTM A36 structural steel, offering excellent weldability and mechanical properties with a yield strength ≥36 ksi (~250 MPa).

• Compliance Standards: ASTM A6 (Standard Specification for General Requirements for Rolled Structural Steel) and AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction) specifications.

4. Applications

• Construction: Light framing, support beams, trusses.

• Machinery: Equipment brackets, conveyor tracks, vehicle frames.

• Industrial: Warehouse racks, platforms, auxiliary bridge structures.

5. Additional Features

• Surface Treatment: Standard hot-rolled mill finish; optional coatings include paint or galvanization for corrosion resistance.

• Length: Standard lengths of 20 ft (~6 m); custom cutting available.

Important Notes

• Actual dimensions and properties may vary slightly by manufacturer or production batch. Always verify with supplier-provided test reports or material certificates.

• Design and usage must comply with AISC manuals or engineering standards to ensure load-bearing and safety requirement