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Corten/Weathering Steel Sheet/Plate

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Description
Characteristics
Machining Data

Steel Grades

StandardGrades
ASTMA242, A588, A606, A709-50W
AISINot specified
GB09CuPCrNi-A, Q355GNH
JISSPA-H
DINS355J2WP, S355JOW, S355JOWP
ENCorten A, Corten B

(Please contact us for standards and steel grades not mentioned)


Advantages as a Steel Supplier

Wide Product Range:Offering a comprehensive range of steel products, from structural steels, tool steels, stainless steels, to specialty grades, ensuring customers find what they need.

Quality Assurance:Implementing rigorous quality control processes and adhering to international standards to ensure the steel supplied is of the highest quality.

Competitive Pricing:Leveraging economies of scale, efficient processes, and strategic partnerships to provide competitive pricing to customers.

Experienced Staff:Possessing a knowledgeable and experienced team capable of providing expert advice, technical support, and solutions tailored to the client's requirements.

Fast Delivery: Having a well-stocked inventory and efficient logistics capabilities to ensure timely delivery, even for bulk or urgent orders.

Customization Capabilities:Offering services like cutting, bending, welding, or other fabrication processes tailored to customers' specific needs.

Sustainability:Adopting eco-friendly practices and ensuring that steel production and supply align with sustainability goals, reducing environmental impact.

Strong Supplier Relationships:Maintaining robust relationships with leading steel mills and manufacturers, ensuring consistent supply and access to the latest innovations in steel.

Technology Integration:Utilizing modern technology for inventory management, order processing, and customer communication to streamline operations and enhance the customer experience.

Global Reach: Having the infrastructure and network to supply steel products to customers across different regions or even internationally.

After-sales Support:Providing excellent after-sales service, addressing any concerns, and ensuring customer satisfaction long after the initial purchase.

Research & Development: Continually investing in R&D to understand market trends, new steel applications, and emerging technologies in the steel industry.

Training & Development:Regularly training staff to stay updated with the latest industry standards, technologies, and best practices.

Transparency: Keeping customers informed about pricing, product availability, delivery times, and any other factors that might affect their purchase decisions.

Safety Focus: Ensuring all operations prioritize safety, reducing risks for both employees and customers.


Application Areas

Architectural Structures: Corten steel is widely used in the construction of building facades, bridges, and other large structural applications due to its rustic appearance and durability.

Art and Sculptures: The distinct patina of Corten steel is appreciated for artistic works and is used by artists and sculptors around the world.

Landscaping: Garden designers and landscapers use Corten steel for making garden planters, edging, screens, and sculptures.

Transportation: It's used in the manufacture of vehicles, containers, and transportation systems that require durability and resistance to corrosion.

Outdoor Fire Pits and Fireplaces: Corten steel is used for outdoor fireplaces and fire pits due to its weather resistance.

Signage: Outdoor signs and monuments are often made from Corten steel, as it can withstand the elements without deterioration.


Common Dimensions

Corten steel plates and sheets are available in a wide range of thicknesses, widths, and lengths. Common dimensions include:

Thickness: 0.5 mm to 50 mm (0.02 inches to about 2 inches)

Width: Up to 3,500 mm (about 138 inches)

Length: Up to 12,000 mm (about 472 inches)

Custom sizes are also frequently produced to meet specific requirements.

Processing Technology

Hot Rolling: Corten steel is hot rolled from steel billets to form plates or sheets, achieving the desired thickness and grain structure.

Cold Rolling: For thinner sheets, cold rolling may be employed to achieve tighter dimensional tolerances and a smooth surface.

Weathering Process: After rolling, the steel is allowed to weather naturally if the final application requires the rust-like appearance characteristic of Corten steel. In some cases, the weathering process is accelerated through cycles of wetting and drying to achieve the patina more quickly.

Cutting and Shaping: Corten steel can be cut and shaped using standard methods, such as plasma cutting, laser cutting, and forming.

Protective Coatings: While Corten is designed to develop a protective patina, in some applications a protective or decorative coating may be applied, depending on the desired outcome.

Corten steel's unique blend of alloys allows it to resist corrosion and weathering far better than other carbon steels. The manufacturing and processing techniques for Corten steel must take into account its high resistance to corrosion and its ability to form a protective patina when exposed to outdoor conditions.


Physical Properties

PropertyASTM A588
Density7.85 g/cm³
Tensile Strength485 MPa min
Yield Strength345 MPa min
Elongation21% min
HardnessNot specified


Chemical Composition

ElementASTM A588 (%)
Carbon (C)0.19 max
Manganese (Mn)0.80-1.25
Silicon (Si)0.30-0.65
Phosphorus (P)0.04 max
Sulfur (S)0.05 max
Chromium (Cr)0.40-0.65
Nickel (Ni)≤0.40
Copper (Cu)0.25-0.40
Iron (Fe)Balance

Corten steel is known for its higher resistance to atmospheric corrosion compared to other steels. This is because the steel forms a protective layer on its surface under the influence of the weather, which regenerates continuously over the steel's life. It is popular in outdoor sculptures, architectural cladding, and in bridge construction due to its rustic appearance and longevity. The exact chemical composition and physical properties will vary by grade and are subject to specific standards and material specifications.


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