High Strength ASTM A36 W4x13 Steel I-Beam Carbon Steel Wide Flange Beam
| Property | Specification / Details |
|---|---|
| Material Standard | ASTM A36 (general structural) |
| Yield Strength | ≥250 MPa (36 ksi); Tensile Strength ≥420 MPa |
| Dimensions | W8×21 to W24×104 (inches) |
| Length | Stock: 6 m & 12 m; Customized lengths available |
| Dimensional Tolerance | Conforms to GB/T 11263 or ASTM A6 |
| Quality Certification | EN 10204 3.1; SGS/BV third-party testing (tensile & bending) |
| Surface Finish | Hot-dip galvanizing, paint, etc.; customizable |
| Applications | Buildings, bridges, industrial structures, marine & transportation |
| Carbon Equivalent (Ceq) | ≤0.45% (ensures good weldability); AWS D1.1 welding code compatible |
| Surface Quality | No visible cracks, scars, or folds; flatness ≤2 mm/m; edge perpendicularity ≤1° |
| Property | Specification | Simplified Description |
|---|---|---|
| Yield Strength | ≥250 MPa (36 ksi) | Stress level at which permanent deformation begins |
| Tensile Strength | 400–550 MPa (58–80 ksi) | Maximum tensile stress before fracture |
| Elongation | ≥20% | Ductility measured over 200 mm gauge length |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 119–159 HB | Reference value for material hardness |
| Carbon (C) | ≤0.26% | Influences strength and weldability |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.60–1.20% | Improves strength and toughness |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤0.05% | Controlled to maintain toughness |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤0.04% | Limited to enhance toughness |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤0.40% | Increases strength and supports deoxidation |
| Shape | Depth (in) | Flange Width (in) | Web Thickness (in) | Flange Thickness (in) | Weight (lb/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W4×13 | 4.16 | 4.06 | 0.28 | 0.345 | 13 |
| W8×21 (Sizes Available) | 8.06 | 8.03 | 0.23 | 0.36 | 21 |
| W8×24 | 8.06 | 8.03 | 0.26 | 0.44 | 24 |
| W10×26 | 10.02 | 6.75 | 0.23 | 0.38 | 26 |
| W10×30 | 10.05 | 6.75 | 0.28 | 0.44 | 30 |
| W12×35 | 12.00 | 8.00 | 0.26 | 0.44 | 35 |
| W12×40 | 12.00 | 8.00 | 0.30 | 0.50 | 40 |
| W14×43 | 14.02 | 10.02 | 0.26 | 0.44 | 43 |
| W14×48 | 14.02 | 10.03 | 0.30 | 0.50 | 48 |
| W16×50 | 16.00 | 10.03 | 0.28 | 0.50 | 50 |
| W16×57 | 16.00 | 10.03 | 0.30 | 0.56 | 57 |
| W18×60 | 18.00 | 11.02 | 0.30 | 0.56 | 60 |
| W18×64 | 18.00 | 11.03 | 0.32 | 0.62 | 64 |
| W21×68 | 21.00 | 12.00 | 0.30 | 0.62 | 68 |
| W21×76 | 21.00 | 12.00 | 0.34 | 0.69 | 76 |
| W24×84 | 24.00 | 12.00 | 0.34 | 0.75 | 84 |
| W24×104 (Sizes Available) | 24.00 | 12.00 | 0.40 | 0.88 | 104 |
| Parameter | Typical Range | ASTM A6/A6M Tolerance | Simplified Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depth (H) | 100–600 mm (4"–24") | ±3 mm (±1/8") | Within nominal size limits |
| Flange Width (B) | 100–250 mm (4"–10") | ±3 mm (±1/8") | Consistent width for load stability |
| Web Thickness (tₙ) | 4–13 mm | ±10% or ±1 mm (greater value) | Influences shear strength |
| Flange Thickness (t_f) | 6–20 mm | ±10% or ±1 mm (greater value) | Key factor for bending capacity |
| Length (L) | 6–12 m standard; up to 18 m custom | +50 / 0 mm | No negative tolerance |
| Straightness | — | L / 1000 | Limits beam camber |
| Flange Squareness | — | ≤4% of flange width | Ensures fit and alignment |
| Twist | — | ≤4 mm/m | Controls torsional deviation |
Hot Rolled Black:Standard state
Hot-dip galvanizing: ≥85μm (compliant with ASTM A123), salt spray test ≥500h
Coating: Liquid paint was evenly sprayed onto the surface of the steel beam using a pneumatic spray gun.
| Customization Category | Options | Description | MOQ | Typical Lead Time | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimension | H, B, tₙ, t_f, L | Standard or custom sizes; cut-to-length | 20 tons | 7–15 days | Dimensional check, length tolerance |
| Surface Treatment | Black, blasting, oil, painting/epoxy, galvanizing | Corrosion protection | 20 tons | 10–20 days | Surface condition, coating thickness |
| Processing | Drilling, cutting, beveling, welding, prefabrication | Fabrication per drawings | 20 tons | 15–30 days | Drawing conformity, welding quality |
| Marking & Packaging | Custom marking, bundling, end protection, waterproof packing | Export-ready packing | 20 tons | 3–7 days | Packing integrity, marking accuracy |
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Building Structures: Beams and columns for skyscrapers, factories, warehouses, and bridges, providing primary load-bearing support.
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Bridge Engineering: Main or secondary beams for vehicular and pedestrian bridges.
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Heavy Equipment & Industrial Support: Supports for large machinery and industrial platforms.
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Structural Strengthening: Reinforcement or modification of existing structures to improve load-bearing and bending resistance.
1) Branch Office - Support in Spanish, help with customs procedures, etc.
2) Over 5,000 tons of stock in stock, with a wide variety of sizes
3)Reviewed by authoritative agencies such as CCIC, SGS, BV, and TUV, with normal seaworthy packaging.
Packing
Safe delivery of I-Beams over a distance is important. Typical packing methods are:
Strapped with steel: I-beams are tightly packed and straps to hold them in place.
Wood Supports / Blocks: Between layers for stability and to prevent bending.
Protective End Caps: Beam ends are protected from damage while being handled.
Rust Prevention: Oiled or coated to protect against moisture and rust for ocean or long haul shipping.
Delivery
We provide flexible delivery solutions to suit various international and domestic logistics needs:
Port-to-port Shipment: Safe loading of container and securing for transport oversea.
Truck Transport: Normal delivery to local building site.
Project Based Logistics: Management of numerous beam sizes/lengths for sequential site installation.
Lead Time: I-Beam Standard I-Beams orders stocked in the warehouse can be made available in 7-15days, special sizes can be provided as well.
Q: What standards do your I-Beams meet for Central America?
A: Our I-Beams comply with ASTM A36 & A572 Grade 50, commonly used in Central America. We can also supply products meeting local standards, e.g., Mexico NOM.
Q: What is the delivery time to Panama?
A: Sea freight from Tianjin Port to Colon Free Trade Zone takes 28–32 days. Total production and delivery time is 45–60 days. Urgent shipments can be arranged.
Q: Do you assist with customs clearance?
A: Yes, our professional brokers handle customs declaration, taxes, and all documentation to ensure smooth delivery.
Q: What packing methods are used for I-Beams?
A: Beams are bundled with steel straps, protected with wooden blocks and end caps, and optionally oiled, painted, or wrapped for sea transport.

















