Product Overview
| Item | Details |
| Full Standard Name | ASTM A500 Seamless Carbon Steel Structural Pipe for Construction Building |
| Latest Standard Version | ASTM A500/A500M-23 (2023 Revision) |
| Issuing Organization | ASTM International |
| Product Type | Cold-Formed Carbon Steel Structural Tubing |
| Available Shapes | Round, Square, Rectangular, Special Polygonal Shapes |
| Density | 7850 kg/m³ (0.284 lb/in³) |
Available Production Processes
| Process Type | Description | Application Scenario |
| Seamless | Produced by piercing rolling, hot rolling or cold drawing, no longitudinal weld | High-stress structural projects requiring higher strength and uniformity |
| Welded (ERW) | Electric resistance welding of rolled steel plate with full-thickness longitudinal butt welding | General structural applications, cost-effective solution |
| Heat Treatment | Mandatory for Grade D (minimum temperature 590°C), optional for other grades | Improved mechanical performance for special structural requirements |
| Surface Treatment | Bare steel, painted, oiled, hot-dip galvanized | Meets different corrosion resistance and appearance requirements |
Dimensional Range
| Dimensional Parameter | Maximum Limit | Typical Range |
| Maximum Perimeter | 88 inches (2235 mm) | - |
| Maximum Wall Thickness | 1.000 inches (25.4 mm) | 1.27 mm - 25.4 mm |
| Round Pipe Outer Diameter | - | 6.35 mm - 660 mm |
Grade Classification and Mechanical Properties
| Grade | Minimum Yield Strength | Minimum Tensile Strength | Minimum Elongation (2" gauge length) | Primary Application |
| Grade A | 33,000 psi (228 MPa) | 45,000 psi (310 MPa) | 25% | Light general structural applications, non-critical components |
| Grade B | 42,000 psi (290 MPa) | 58,000 psi (400 MPa) | 21% | Most widely used, general building and bridge structural applications |
| Grade C (Round Pipe) | 46,000 psi (315 MPa) | 62,000 psi (425 MPa) | 20% | Heavy load structural applications, bridge engineering |
| Grade C (Shaped Pipe) | 46,000 psi (315 MPa) | 62,000 psi (425 MPa) | 21% | Heavy load structural applications, high-strength frame components |
| Grade D | 36,000 psi (250 MPa) | 58,000 psi (400 MPa) | 23% | Special round pipe applications requiring heat treatment |
Note: Grade B square pipe is the most commonly used specification in structural projects
Chemical Composition Requirements (Maximum Weight Percentage)
| Element | Grade A | Grade B | Grade C | Grade D |
| Carbon | 0.26% | 0.26% | 0.23% | 0.26% |
| Manganese | 1.35% | 1.35% | 1.35% | 1.35% |
| Phosphorus | 0.04% | 0.04% | 0.04% | 0.04% |
| Sulfur | 0.04% | 0.04% | 0.04% | 0.04% |
| Copper | 0.20% | 0.20% | 0.20% | 0.20% |
Dimensional Tolerances
| Pipe Type | Tolerance Item | Specification |
| Round Pipe | OD ≤ 1.900 inches | ±0.5% of nominal outer diameter |
| Round Pipe | OD ≥ 2.000 inches | ±0.75% of nominal outer diameter |
| All Types | Wall Thickness | Minimum 90% of nominal, maximum 110% of nominal (excluding weld) |
| All Types | Straightness | 1/8 inch per 5 feet of total length |
| Square/Rectangular Pipe | Perpendicularity | Maximum deviation ±2° from 90° for adjacent sides |
| Square/Rectangular Pipe | Outer Corner Radius | Maximum 3 times of nominal wall thickness |
Main Application Fields
| Industry | Specific Applications |
| Building Construction | High-rise building frames, steel structure workshop, structural columns, beams, trusses |
| Bridge Engineering | Load-bearing support structures, truss components, connection parts |
| Industrial Machinery | Mechanical supports, equipment frames, industrial infrastructure |
| Infrastructure | Guardrails, sign supports, municipal engineering structures |
| Other General Structural Purposes | Welded, riveted, bolted structural connections |
Product Advantages
| Advantage | Description |
| High Strength-to-Weight Ratio | Provides reliable structural support while reducing overall engineering weight |
| Excellent Weldability | Suitable for conventional welding processes, easy on-site construction and fabrication |
| Good Machinability & Formability | Easy to cut, drill and bend for customized structural designs |
| Cost Effective | Balanced performance and price, ideal for most construction structural applications |
| Strict Tolerance Control | Tighter straightness and dimension tolerance than standard A500 pipes, ensuring assembly accuracy |
Trade Information
| Item | Details |
| Price Range | US$3.00 - 100.00 per ton (negotiable based on order quantity and specification) |
| Minimum Order Quantity | 1 Ton |
| Sample Availability | Yes, sample cost US$5.00 per piece |
| Production Capacity | 10000 PCS per Month |
| Origin | China |
| Supply Ability | Large stock for common specifications, customized production available for special sizes |
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