Introduction: High-Quality Iran Steel U-Channels for Structural Applications
Iran steel U-channels are essential structural components widely used in construction, industrial frameworks, transportation, and infrastructure projects. Available in light and heavy categories, these channels offer high load-bearing capacity, corrosion resistance, and compliance with international standards. Iranian steel U-channels are designed for optimal strength-to-weight ratio, making them ideal for reinforced structures, machine frames, and automotive applications.
With growing demand for high-quality structural steel, the global U-channel market is expected to reach USD 56 billion by 2030, according to a report by Markets and Markets, driven by increasing urbanization, transportation expansion, and advancements in industrial manufacturing., the global U-channel market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2024 to 2030, driven by increasing urbanization, transportation expansion, and advancements in industrial manufacturing. Iran has become a key exporter of U-channels. The PSG Steel Group supplies steel U-channels that conform to ASTM, EN, GOST, and ISIRI standards. Iranian U-channels are widely used due to their precision manufacturing, durability, and cost-effectiveness, making them a preferred choice for civil engineering, automotive, and industrial projects.
Comprehensive Guide to Iran Steel U-Channel Sizes and Standards
1. Global Standards for Iran Steel U-Channels
Iranian steel U-channels adhere to internationally accepted standards to ensure structural integrity, load capacity, and safety compliance:
- EN 10025-2 (European standard for hot-rolled structural steel)
- ASTM A36 (American standard for structural carbon steel U-channels)
- GOST 8240-97 (Russian standard for hot-rolled U-channels)
- ISIRI 1791 (Iranian national standard for structural U-channels)
- JIS G3192 (Japanese standard for hot-rolled steel sections)
Compliance with these standards ensures that Iranian steel U-channels meet global requirements for load-bearing capacity, weldability, and impact resistance, making them ideal for high-load structures, construction, and automotive applications.
2. Available Iran Steel U-Channel Sizes and Dimensions
Iran steel U-channels are available in light and heavy profiles to meet diverse industry requirements, with each size optimized for specific structural applications:
Light U-Channel Sizes
- Height (H): 30 mm – 120 mm
- Flange Width (B): 15 mm – 60 mm
- Web Thickness (t): 2.0 mm – 6.0 mm
- Weight per Meter: 1.5 kg/m – 12 kg/m
- Best Suited For: Residential construction, interior framing, lightweight machinery, furniture support, and partition structures.
Heavy U-Channel Sizes
- Height (H): 100 mm – 400 mm
- Flange Width (B): 50 mm – 150 mm
- Web Thickness (t): 5.0 mm – 20 mm
- Weight per Meter: 10 kg/m – 70 kg/m
- Best Suited For: Bridges, industrial frameworks, load-bearing applications, heavy machinery, shipbuilding, and seismic-resistant structures.
These variations provide structural flexibility and optimal load distribution, ensuring reliable performance in steel frameworks, machinery, and vehicle chassis applications while meeting the requirements of residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects. Iran steel U-channels are available in light and heavy profiles to meet diverse industry requirements:
Light U-Channel Sizes
- Height (H): 30 mm – 120 mm
- Flange Width (B): 15 mm – 60 mm
- Web Thickness (t): 2.0 mm – 6.0 mm
- Weight per Meter: 1.5 kg/m – 12 kg/m
- Common Uses: Interior framing, furniture support, and lightweight structures.
Heavy U-Channel Sizes
- Height (H): 100 mm – 400 mm
- Flange Width (B): 50 mm – 150 mm
- Web Thickness (t): 5.0 mm – 20 mm
- Weight per Meter: 10 kg/m – 70 kg/m
- Common Uses: Load-bearing frameworks, industrial machine support, and bridge reinforcements.
These variations provide structural flexibility and optimal load distribution, ensuring reliable performance in steel frameworks, machinery, and vehicle chassis applications.
3. Optimized Chemical Composition of Iran Steel U-Channels
The chemical composition of Iran steel U-channels is carefully controlled to provide excellent weldability, corrosion resistance, and durability. Each element plays a crucial role in the material’s overall performance:
- Carbon (C): 0.15% – 0.30% – Enhances strength and hardness while maintaining ductility for shaping and welding.
- Manganese (Mn): 0.50% – 1.50% – Improves toughness and impact resistance, making the U-channel suitable for high-load applications.
- Silicon (Si): 0.10% – 0.40% – Enhances heat resistance and structural integrity, preventing material deformation in extreme temperatures.
- Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.05% – Controlled levels ensure improved machinability while preventing brittleness.
- Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.04% – Maintains ductility and prevents cracking, ensuring longevity in demanding environments.
- Chromium (Cr): ≤ 0.30% – Provides additional corrosion resistance, particularly in marine and outdoor applications.
- Nickel (Ni): ≤ 0.20% – Improves overall toughness and impact strength, reducing material failure in high-stress situations.
- Copper (Cu): ≤ 0.20% – Increases resistance to atmospheric corrosion, making U-channels more durable in harsh environments.
This composition ensures high mechanical strength, impact resistance, and long-term performance, making Iranian U-channels suitable for various engineering, construction, and industrial applications. The chemical composition of Iran steel U-channels is carefully controlled to provide excellent weldability, corrosion resistance, and durability:
- Carbon (C): 0.15% – 0.30% (improves strength and hardness)
- Manganese (Mn): 0.50% – 1.50% (enhances toughness and impact resistance)
- Silicon (Si): 0.10% – 0.40% (improves heat resistance and structural integrity)
- Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.05% (controlled for weldability and toughness)
- Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.04% (prevents brittleness and cracking)
- Chromium (Cr): ≤ 0.30% (enhances corrosion resistance in harsh environments)
- Nickel (Ni): ≤ 0.20% (improves toughness and impact strength)
- Copper (Cu): ≤ 0.20% (provides enhanced durability in marine environments)
4. Mechanical Properties of Iran Steel U-Channels for Industrial Applications
Iran steel U-channels offer excellent mechanical properties, ensuring durability, stability, and load-bearing efficiency:
- Tensile Strength: 350 – 700 MPa
- Yield Strength: 230 – 500 MPa
- Impact Resistance: Designed for high-load and dynamic applications
- Corrosion Resistance: Suitable for marine, industrial, and automotive environments
- Fire Resistance: Capable of withstanding high temperatures in structural applications
- Elongation: ≥ 16%
These properties make Iranian steel U-channels ideal for construction, automotive chassis, machinery frames, and heavy-duty structural applications. Iran steel U-channels offer excellent mechanical properties, ensuring durability, stability, and load-bearing efficiency:
- Tensile Strength: 350 – 700 MPa
- Yield Strength: 230 – 500 MPa
- Impact Resistance: Designed for high-load and dynamic applications
- Elongation: ≥ 16%
- Corrosion Resistance: Suitable for marine, industrial, and automotive environments
- Fire Resistance: Capable of withstanding high temperatures in structural applications
5. Industrial Applications of Iran Steel U-Channels
Steel U-channels are widely used in engineering, construction, and industrial projects due to their structural efficiency, durability, and cost-effectiveness:
