Channel

Products Description

Our Channels are robust and versatile structural components widely used in construction, manufacturing, and engineering projects. Crafted from high-quality mild steel, these channels offer excellent strength, durability, and weldability, making them suitable for various applications such as framing, support structures, machinery components, and architectural elements. With precise dimensions and a smooth surface finish, our mild steel channels ensure easy installation and compatibility with a range of fabrication processes, providing reliable and cost-effective solutions for diverse structural requirements.

Products Specification

Trade Mark BS Group
Size Typically 75mm x 40mm to 200mm x 75mm
Material Mild Steel
Material Grade IS 2062
Thickness Varies based on size
Surface Finish Smooth and Uniform
Application Construction, engineering frameworks, structural support

Key Features and Uses of Channel:

  • Shape and Dimensions: Channels have a distinctive U-shaped cross-section with two flanges (parallel horizontal surfaces) connected by a web (vertical section). The dimensions of MS channels vary widely, with standard sizes ranging from 75 mm × 40 mm to 400 mm × 100 mm.

  • Materials: Channels are primarily made from mild steel, which is low-carbon steel known for its strength, ductility, and ease of fabrication. It can be easily welded, cut, formed, and machined.

  • Applications:

    • Structural Support:Channels are used extensively in construction for framing, bracing, supports, and reinforcement in buildings, bridges, and infrastructure.
    • Industrial Applications: They are utilized in machinery frames, conveyor systems, storage racks, and other industrial equipment where structural strength and stability are required.
    • Vehicle and Equipment Manufacturing: Channels are used in the fabrication of vehicles, trailers, agricultural implements, and material handling equipment.
    • Architectural and Decorative: They can be used in architectural applications such as building facades, curtain walls, and decorative trim.
  • Strength and Durability: Channels provide good structural strength and durability, making them suitable for load-bearing applications in various industries and construction projects.

  • Surface Finish: Channels are typically available with a mill finish (uncoated), which can be painted, primed, or galvanized for enhanced corrosion resistance, depending on the application and environmental conditions.

  • Standards and Specifications:Channels are manufactured according to various international standards such as ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) and IS (Indian Standards).

Channels are essential structural components used across a wide range of industries and construction projects due to their versatility, strength, and ease of use. They provide structural stability and support in various applications, from large-scale infrastructure projects to industrial machinery and architectural designs.

Weight Chart

Item Size (mm) Weight Per Meter (KG) Weight Per Foot (KG)
Channel 75x40mm (SPL) 4.00 1.22
Channel 75x40mm (L) 5.70 1.74
Channel 75x40mm (MC) 7.14 2.18
Channel 100x50mm (SPL) 5.80 1.77
Channel 100x50mm (L) 7.90 2.41
Channel 100x50mm (MC) 9.56 2.91

Chemical Composition

Carbon % ManganeseMax % SulphurMax % PhosporousMax % SiliconMax % Carbon Equivalent
0.19 0.75 0.033 0.068 0.22 0.31

Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength Min, Mpa Yield Stress, Min, MPa % Elongation Bend Test
511 324 33.4 OK