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American Structural Channels
American Structural Channels are structural steel sections with a channel-shaped profile commonly used as supporting and framing members in buildings, industrial facilities, infrastructure and engineering structures.
Their open-section geometry makes them suitable for a variety of applications requiring structural support, framing, reinforcement and fabricated assemblies. The appropriate channel section is selected according to section dimensions, thickness, loading conditions, structural design and project requirements.
American Structural Channels are commonly specified according to ASTM material standards and AISC structural requirements. The applicable specification depends on the required material grade, section, design and project documentation.
At Moksh Tubes & Fittings LLP, we support requirements for American Structural Channels based on customer drawings, technical specifications and project requirements. Customers can specify the required channel section, dimensions, thickness, material grade, length, quantity and applicable ASTM / AISC specification.
American Structural Channels can be used together with American Structural Angles, Beams, Columns and Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) to create complete steel frameworks and fabricated structural assemblies.
For an accurate quotation, customers can provide their required channel section, dimensions, thickness, ASTM grade, length, quantity and applicable AISC requirements, along with project drawings or technical documentation where required.
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Specifications
American Structural Channels are available in different section depths, flange dimensions, web thicknesses, lengths and structural steel grades according to applicable ASTM material specifications, AISC requirements and project specifications.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | American Structural Channels |
| Profile | Channel / C-Shaped Structural Section |
| Material | Carbon Steel / Structural Steel |
| Types | Structural Channel Sections as per applicable ASTM / AISC requirements |
| Standards | Applicable ASTM Standards / AISC Requirements |
| Grades | As per applicable ASTM material specification |
| Section Depth | Various standard sizes |
| Flange Width | As per selected channel section |
| Web Thickness | As per selected section |
| Flange Thickness | As per selected section |
| Length | Standard Lengths / Cut-to-Length |
| Surface | Mill Finish / As Specified |
| Supply Form | Individual Sections / Bundles |
| Customization | Size, thickness, length and grade as required |
| Applications | Construction, Fabrication, Infrastructure, Industrial & Engineering |
Channel Section Dimensions
American Structural Channels are identified according to their nominal section depth, flange dimensions and thickness. The selected section depends on the required structural properties, loading conditions and engineering design.
ASTM Specifications
The applicable ASTM material specification depends on the required steel grade and project requirements. Material requirements such as chemical composition and mechanical properties should be confirmed against the applicable ASTM specification.
AISC Requirements
AISC requirements may be referenced for structural steel design, section properties and application of American structural members. The applicable project drawings and engineering specifications should determine the required AISC requirements.
Material & Grade
The material grade is selected according to the applicable ASTM specification and project requirements. Customers can specify the required grade along with the channel section and dimensions.
Dimensional Availability
American Structural Channels can be specified according to:
- Channel Section
- Section Depth & Flanges
- Web & Flange Thickness
- Material Grade
- Required Length
- Quantity
- Applicable ASTM Specification
- Applicable AISC Requirements
Length Availability
Structural channels can be considered in standard lengths or cut-to-length requirements, depending on product availability and customer specifications.
Supply Requirements
For an accurate quotation, customers should provide the required channel section, dimensions, thickness, material grade, length, quantity and applicable ASTM / AISC specification.
Project drawings or technical specifications can also be shared where specific structural requirements need to be considered.
Moksh Tubes & Fittings LLP can support standard and project-based requirements for American Structural Channels, subject to product availability and agreed specifications.
Size & Weight Chart
C – American Standard Channels
| Section | Depth d (in) | Flange Width bf (in) | Web Thickness tw (in) | Flange Thickness tf (in) | Weight (lb/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3 × 4.1 | 3.00 | 1.410 | 0.170 | 0.312 | 4.1 |
| C3 × 5 | 3.00 | 1.498 | 0.258 | 0.258 | 5.0 |
| C3 × 6 | 3.00 | 1.596 | 0.356 | 0.356 | 6.0 |
| C4 × 5.4 | 4.00 | 1.584 | 0.184 | 0.321 | 5.4 |
| C4 × 7.25 | 4.00 | 1.647 | 0.280 | 0.296 | 7.25 |
| C5 × 6.7 | 5.00 | 1.750 | 0.190 | 0.325 | 6.7 |
| C5 × 9 | 5.00 | 1.885 | 0.325 | 0.325 | 9.0 |
| C6 × 8.2 | 6.00 | 1.920 | 0.200 | 0.314 | 8.2 |
| C6 × 10.5 | 6.00 | 1.956 | 0.260 | 0.358 | 10.5 |
| C6 × 13 | 6.00 | 2.034 | 0.315 | 0.437 | 13.0 |
| C7 × 9.8 | 7.00 | 2.090 | 0.210 | 0.337 | 9.8 |
| C7 × 12.25 | 7.00 | 2.105 | 0.280 | 0.378 | 12.25 |
| C7 × 14.75 | 7.00 | 2.121 | 0.315 | 0.437 | 14.75 |
| C8 × 11.5 | 8.00 | 2.260 | 0.220 | 0.330 | 11.5 |
| C8 × 13.75 | 8.00 | 2.343 | 0.285 | 0.375 | 13.75 |
| C8 × 18.75 | 8.00 | 2.527 | 0.400 | 0.487 | 18.75 |
| C10 × 15.3 | 10.00 | 2.600 | 0.230 | 0.379 | 15.3 |
| C10 × 20 | 10.00 | 2.886 | 0.380 | 0.436 | 20.0 |
| C10 × 25 | 10.00 | 2.949 | 0.435 | 0.480 | 25.0 |
| C12 × 20.7 | 12.00 | 2.942 | 0.282 | 0.501 | 20.7 |
| C12 × 25 | 12.00 | 3.047 | 0.390 | 0.517 | 25.0 |
| C12 × 30 | 12.00 | 3.170 | 0.510 | 0.510 | 30.0 |
| C15 × 33.9 | 15.00 | 3.400 | 0.400 | 0.625 | 33.9 |
| C15 × 40 | 15.00 | 3.520 | 0.550 | 0.650 | 40.0 |
| C15 × 50 | 15.00 | 3.716 | 0.650 | 0.750 | 50.0 |
MC – Miscellaneous American Channels
| Section | Depth d (in) | Flange Width bf (in) | Web Thickness tw (in) | Flange Thickness tf (in) | Weight (lb/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC6 × 6.5 | 6.00 | 2.034 | 0.230 | 0.290 | 6.5 |
| MC6 × 8.2 | 6.00 | 2.035 | 0.260 | 0.312 | 8.2 |
| MC6 × 10 | 6.00 | 2.034 | 0.280 | 0.356 | 10.0 |
| MC6 × 12 | 6.00 | 2.034 | 0.315 | 0.437 | 12.0 |
| MC7 × 6.8 | 7.00 | 2.045 | 0.230 | 0.290 | 6.8 |
| MC7 × 9 | 7.00 | 2.045 | 0.260 | 0.312 | 9.0 |
| MC7 × 11.5 | 7.00 | 2.050 | 0.290 | 0.375 | 11.5 |
| MC8 × 8.5 | 8.00 | 2.260 | 0.230 | 0.310 | 8.5 |
| MC8 × 11.5 | 8.00 | 2.260 | 0.285 | 0.375 | 11.5 |
| MC8 × 13.75 | 8.00 | 2.343 | 0.310 | 0.437 | 13.75 |
| MC8 × 18.7 | 8.00 | 2.527 | 0.400 | 0.487 | 18.7 |
| MC10 × 8.4 | 10.00 | 2.600 | 0.230 | 0.290 | 8.4 |
| MC10 × 12 | 10.00 | 2.600 | 0.280 | 0.375 | 12.0 |
| MC10 × 15.3 | 10.00 | 2.600 | 0.340 | 0.435 | 15.3 |
| MC10 × 20 | 10.00 | 2.886 | 0.380 | 0.436 | 20.0 |
| MC12 × 10.6 | 12.00 | 2.942 | 0.230 | 0.350 | 10.6 |
| MC12 × 14.3 | 12.00 | 2.942 | 0.260 | 0.400 | 14.3 |
| MC12 × 18 | 12.00 | 2.942 | 0.330 | 0.500 | 18.0 |
| MC12 × 22 | 12.00 | 3.047 | 0.390 | 0.517 | 22.0 |
| MC12 × 30 | 12.00 | 3.170 | 0.510 | 0.510 | 30.0 |
| MC15 × 33.9 | 15.00 | 3.400 | 0.400 | 0.625 | 33.9 |
| MC15 × 40 | 15.00 | 3.520 | 0.550 | 0.650 | 40.0 |
| MC15 × 50 | 15.00 | 3.716 | 0.650 | 0.750 | 50.0 |
Grades Available
American Structural Channels can be supplied in different structural steel grades according to applicable ASTM material specifications, AISC requirements and project specifications. The selected grade depends on the required mechanical properties, structural loading, fabrication requirements and intended application.
At Moksh Tubes & Fittings LLP, American Structural Channels can be sourced according to the customer's specified grade, channel section, dimensions, thickness, length, quantity and applicable ASTM / AISC requirements, subject to product availability.
Common ASTM Structural Steel Grades
| Grade / Specification | Material Type | Typical Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| ASTM A36 | Carbon Structural Steel | General structural and fabrication applications |
| ASTM A572 Grade 50 | High-Strength Low-Alloy Structural Steel | Structural applications requiring higher strength |
| ASTM A992 | Structural Steel | Structural applications where specified by project requirements |
| Other ASTM Grades | Structural Steel | As per project specification and requirement |
ASTM A36
ASTM A36 is a widely specified carbon structural steel grade used for general construction, fabrication and engineering applications. It can be considered for structural channel requirements where the specified material properties meet the project requirements.
ASTM A572 Grade 50
ASTM A572 Grade 50 is a high-strength low-alloy structural steel specification that can be considered for applications requiring higher specified strength than general-purpose structural steel grades.
ASTM A992
ASTM A992 is a structural steel specification commonly associated with structural shapes used in building construction. Its suitability for a particular channel application should be confirmed against the applicable product and project specification.
Grade Selection
The appropriate grade for an American Structural Channel should be selected based on:
- Required mechanical properties
- Structural loading
- Section dimensions
- Design requirements
- Fabrication requirements
- Welding requirements
- Applicable ASTM specification
- AISC requirements
- Project specification
Customers should specify the required ASTM grade, channel section, dimensions, thickness, length and quantity when submitting an enquiry.
Material Documentation
Where required and agreed at the time of order, applicable material test certificates and supporting documentation can be provided according to the purchase order and project requirements.
Applications
American Structural Channels are widely used in construction, industrial structures, infrastructure, fabrication and engineering projects where channel-shaped structural steel sections are required for support, framing, bracing and structural assemblies.
Building & Construction
Steel structural frameworks, roof structures, supporting members, bracing systems, structural connections and fabricated building components.
Industrial Structures
Industrial buildings, factory structures, equipment support structures, platforms, walkways and steel frameworks.
Warehouses & Industrial Sheds
Structural framing, roof-support systems, supporting members and fabricated steel frameworks.
Infrastructure Projects
Infrastructure frameworks, supporting structures, platforms, access structures and fabricated steel components.
Steel Fabrication
Frames, brackets, supports, base structures, structural assemblies and equipment supports.
Machinery & Equipment Structures
Support structures for industrial machinery and equipment where the selected channel section meets the required structural design.
Platforms & Walkways
Industrial platforms, walkways and access structures where the specified section provides the required structural properties.
General Engineering Applications
Engineering and fabrication projects requiring a rigid channel-shaped steel section for support, framing or structural assemblies.
The appropriate channel section, dimensions and grade should always be selected according to the structural design, loading conditions, applicable ASTM specification, AISC requirements and project specifications.
Uses & Advantages
American Structural Channels are versatile channel-shaped steel sections used for structural support, framing, reinforcement and fabrication across construction, industrial, infrastructure and engineering applications.
Steel structural frameworks in commercial, industrial and building construction projects
Supporting members and framing systems where American structural channel sections are specified
Industrial sheds and warehouses for structural and supporting frameworks
Platforms, walkways and access structures in industrial and engineering facilities
Machinery and equipment support structures according to engineering design requirements
Fabricated frames, brackets, supports and base structures
Infrastructure and civil engineering projects requiring ASTM-specified structural steel sections
General steel fabrication and structural assemblies
Structural connections and supporting members according to project requirements
Can be combined with American Structural Angles, Beams, Columns and HSS
Heavy-duty structural applications meeting required design and section-property requirements
ADVANTAGES OF AMERICAN STRUCTURAL CHANNELS
American Structural Channels provide a versatile structural steel solution for construction, industrial fabrication, infrastructure and engineering applications. Their channel-shaped profile makes them suitable for supporting, framing and fabricated structural assemblies.
Structural Strength for structural support and framing applications
Rigid Channel Profile provides a practical section for structural frameworks
Wide Application Range suitable for buildings, industrial structures, warehouses
ASTM Grade Options available according to project requirements
AISC-Based Selection aligned with engineering specifications
Different Section Sizes available in different section depths and flanges
Easy Fabrication for cutting, drilling, welding and assembly
Design Flexibility into different structural frameworks and support systems
Suitable for Heavy Structures in industrial structures and heavy-duty applications
The appropriate channel section, dimensions, thickness and grade should be selected according to the structural design, loading conditions, applicable ASTM specification, AISC requirements and project specifications.
Mechanical Properties
Typical minimum values for commonly specified ASTM structural steel grades.
| Standard / Grade | ASTM A36 | ASTM A572 Grade 50 | ASTM A992/A992M |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (MPa), Min. | 400 | 450 | 450 |
| Yield Strength (MPa), Min. | 250 | 345 | 345 |
| Elongation (%), Min. | 20 | 21 | 21 |
AISC identifies ASTM A36 as a common specification for channels, while 50-ksi grades such as A572 Grade 50 and A992 can also be used where available and specified appropriately.
Why Choose Moksh Tubes & Fittings LLP?
Moksh Tubes & Fittings LLP supports customers looking for American Structural Channels for construction, industrial, infrastructure, fabrication and engineering requirements. Our supply approach is based on the customer's required channel section, dimensions, thickness, grade, length, quantity and applicable ASTM / AISC specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are American Structural Channels?
American Structural Channels are channel-shaped structural steel sections used in construction, industrial structures, infrastructure, fabrication and engineering applications.
What are American Structural Channels used for?
They are commonly used for structural frameworks, supporting members, platforms, walkways, industrial sheds, machinery supports and fabricated steel assemblies.
What is the profile of an American Structural Channel?
An American Structural Channel generally has an open channel or C-shaped profile consisting of a web and flanges that provide structural support and rigidity.
Which standards apply to American Structural Channels?
American Structural Channels can be specified according to applicable ASTM material standards and AISC requirements, depending on the project and engineering specification.
Which ASTM grades are available for American Structural Channels?
Grades such as ASTM A36, ASTM A572 Grade 50 and ASTM A992 may be considered according to the applicable material specification and project requirements. Exact availability should be confirmed at the time of enquiry.
What sizes of American Structural Channels are available?
Structural Channels are available in different section depths, flange widths and thicknesses. Actual availability depends on the applicable AISC section tables and Moksh Tubes & Fittings LLP's current product range.
Can American Structural Channels be supplied in custom lengths?
Yes. Standard and cut-to-length requirements can be considered depending on product availability and customer specifications.
How do I select the right American Structural Channel?
Selection should consider the required section, dimensions, loading conditions, structural design, material grade, connection requirements and applicable ASTM / AISC specifications.
Can Moksh Tubes & Fittings LLP supply American Structural Channels in bulk?
Yes. Moksh Tubes & Fittings LLP can support bulk and project-based requirements, subject to product availability and agreed specifications.
What information is required for a quotation?
Customers should provide the channel section, section depth, flange width, web thickness, flange thickness, ASTM grade, required length, quantity and applicable AISC requirements.
Can American Structural Channels be used with other American structural sections?
Yes. They can be used with American Structural Angles, Beams, Columns and Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) to create complete steel frameworks and fabricated assemblies.
Does Moksh Tubes & Fittings LLP support international enquiries?
Yes. International enquiries for American Structural Channels can be discussed based on the required ASTM specification, section, dimensions, quantity and delivery requirements.
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