2.1/2" Thick Carbon Steel Sheet

A 2½" carbon steel plate ASTM A36 (63.50 mm) is a hot-rolled thick plate, widely used in metal structures, industrial foundations, bridges, and heavy equipment. Manufactured according to the rigorous standards of ASTM A36 / NBR 6650offers High mechanical strength, excellent weldability, and great ductility., making it ideal for large-scale structural applications and industrial engineering.

Technical characteristics of 2½" A36 Carbon Steel Sheet

With a thickness of 63.50 mm, the A36 plate belongs to the category of hot-rolled structural thick platesThe controlled lamination process gives the material a homogeneous structure, high toughness, and excellent dimensional stability, making it suitable for cutting, bending, rolling, and heavy machining.

Mechanical and chemical properties

• Standard: ASTM A36 / NBR 6650
• Nominal thickness: 2½" (63.50 mm)
• Yield point (Fy): ≥ 250 MPa
• Tensile strength (Fu): 400 – 550 MPa
• Minimum stretch: 20%
• Modulus of elasticity: 200 GPa
• Density: 7.85 g/cm³
• Typical chemical composition (%): C ≤ 0.26 | Mn 0.60–1.20 | Si ≤ 0.40 | P ≤ 0.04 | S ≤ 0.05

Main advantages of A36 structural steel

• High strength and durability: It withstands significant mechanical stress and high structural loads.
• Superior ductility: Minimum elongation of 20%, ensuring safety and shock absorption.
• Excellent weldability: Compatible with various processes (MIG, TIG, electric arc and coated electrode).
• Industrial versatility: Applicable to metal structures, bases, tanks and foundations.
• Certificate of origin: supplied with complete traceability from the plants CSN e Usiminas.

Typical applications of 2½" A36 steel sheet.

The thickness of 63.50 mm The A36 plate gives it ideal characteristics for large-scale engineering and infrastructure projects:

• Construction of metal bridges, viaducts and footbridges.
• Metal foundations and bases for industrial machinery.
• High-capacity tanks and reservoirs
• Offshore platforms and structures
• Mining equipment and cranes
• Structural components in wind and hydroelectric power
• Heavy industrial machinery and chassis

Finishing and custom cutting

A I'm buying it offers the supply of A36 2½” sheets Tailor-made, with industrial services including:

• Plasma CNC and precision oxyfuel cutting
• Bending, chamfering and calendering
• Technical trimming, squaring and drilling
• Heavy machining under contract

Quality control and certifications

All ASTM A36 plates are supplied with Full certification and traceability of origin. of the plants CSN e UsiminasChemical and mechanical reports accompany the product, guaranteeing full compliance with national and international standards.

Equivalencies and related standards

• Brazil: NBR 6650 / NBR 11888 / NBR 5915
• United States: ASTM A36
• Europe: EN 10025 S275JR
• Germany: DIN 17100 St 37-2
• Japan: JIS SS400

Why buy from Compraço?

• Leading national distributor of A36 structural heavy plates;
• Partnership with the main Brazilian sugar mills (CSN, Usiminas, Gerdau and ArcelorMittal);
• Specialized technical assistance and comprehensive project support;
• Supply with custom cutting and industrial processing;
• Fast delivery, full traceability, and competitive prices.

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