What is H-beam Steel? Weight, Size, Standards (2024)

Are you looking for information on H-beam steel? What are the advantages of H-beam steel? How much does H-beam steel weigh? To get the most accurate answers, Stavian Metal provides detailed explanations in the following article.

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What is H-beam steel?

H-beam steel, also known as an H-beam or H-section, is a widely used structural component in construction. It is named because its cross-section resembles the letter “H” in Vietnamese. Architects and builders prefer H-beam steel for its excellent bending resistance, simple construction, cost-effectiveness, and lightweight structure.

Suppliers and manufacturers of H-beam steel play a crucial role in providing high-quality steel to meet the demands of various construction projects.

Advantages of H-beam steel in construction

H-beam steel offers several advantages in construction projects. Firstly, its strong bending resistance allows builders to create stable and reliable structures. This is particularly important for high-rise buildings and bridges where stability is critical.

Secondly, the construction process for H-beam steel is simple, and on-site assembly is easier and faster. This feature helps save costs and increases the efficiency of construction projects. Finally, the lightweight nature of H-beam steel reduces the overall structure weight, positively impacting foundation requirements and material costs.

Applications of H-beam steel

The versatility of H-beam steel makes it suitable for various applications. In construction, it is often used in the framework of buildings, such as columns, beams, and supports. H-beam steel is also widely used in bridge construction due to its excellent strength and stability.

Additionally, it is found in many industrial projects, including warehouses, factories, and power plants. The adaptability and strength of H-beam steel make it a top choice for both small and large construction projects.

Guide on how to calculate the weight of H-beam steel

To calculate the weight of H-beam steel, you can apply the following formula: P(kg/m) = 0.785 x Cross-sectional area

Specifically:

Standard weight chart, specifications for H-beam steel

For specific standards, H-beam steel includes the parameters:

H: height of the steel column
B: width of the steel flange
t1: thickness of the steel web
t2: thickness of the steel flange
L: length of the steel column
W: steel weight, calculated in Kg/m

Nominal	Standard size and thickness
Size	Standard size and thickness
(mm)	H (mm)	B (mm)	t1(mm)	t2 (mm)	L (m)	W (kg/m)
100X50	100	50	5	7	6/12	9,3
100X100	100	100	6	8	6/12	17,2
125X125	125	125	6,5	9	6/12	23,8
150X75	150	75	5	7	6/12	14
150X100	148	100	6	9	6/12	21,1
150X150	150	150	7	10	6/12	31,5
175X175	175	175	7,5	11	6/12	40,2
200X100	198	99	4,5	7	6/12	18,2
200X100	200	100	5,5	8	6/12	21,3
200X150	194	150	6	9	6/12	30,6
200X200	200	200	8	12	6/12	49,9
	200	204	12	12	6/12	56,2
	208	202	10	16	6/12	65,7
250×125	248	124	5	8	6/12	25,7
250×125	250	125	6	9	6/12	29,6
250×175	250	175	7	11	6/12	44,1
250×250	244	252	11	11	6/12	64,4
	248	249	8	13	6/12	66,5
	250	250	9	14	6/12	72,4
	250	255	14	14	6/12	82,2
300×150	298	149	5,5	8	6/12	32
300×150	300	150	6,5	9	6/12	36,7
300×200	294	200	8	12	6/12	56,8
300×200	298	201	9	14	6/12	65,4
300×300	294	302	12	12	6/12	84,5
	298	299	9	14	6/12	87
	300	300	10	15	6/12	94
	300	305	15	15	6/12	106
	304	301	11	17	6/12	106
350×175	346	174	6	9	6/12	41,4
	350	175	7	11	6/12	49,6
	354	176	8	13	6/12	57,8
350×250	336	249	8	12	6/12	69,2
350×250	340	250	9	14	6/12	79,7
350×350	338	351	13	13	6/12	106
	344	348	10	16	6/12	115
	344	354	16	16	6/12	131
	350	350	12	19	6/12	137
	350	357	19	19	6/12	156
400×200	396	199	7	11	6/12	56,6
	400	200	8	13	6/12	66
	404	201	9	15	6/12	75,5
400×300	386	299	9	14	6/12	94,3
400×300	390	300	10	16	6/12	107
400×400	388	402	15	15	6/12	140
	394	398	11	18	6/12	147
	394	405	18	18	6/12	168
	400	400	13	21	6/12	172
	400	408	21	21	6/12	197
	414	405	18	28	6/12	232
450X200	446	199	8	12	6/12	66,2
	450	200	9	14	6/12	76
	456	201	10	17	6/12	88,9
450X300	434	299	10	15	6/12	106
	440	300	11	18	6/12	124
	446	302	13	21	6/12	145
500X200	496	199	9	14	6/12	79,5
	500	200	10	16	6/12	89,6
	506	201	11	19	6/12	103
500X300	482	300	11	15	6/12	114
	488	300	11	18	6/12	128
	494	302	13	21	6/12	150
600X200	596	199	10	15	6/12	94,6
	600	200	11	17	6/12	106
	606	201	12	20	6/12	120
	612	202	13	23	6/12	134
600X300	582	300	12	17	6/12	137
	588	300	12	20	6/12	151
	594	302	14	23	6/12	175
700X300	692	300	13	20	6/12	166
700X300	700	300	13	24	6/12	185
800X300	792	300	14	22	6/12	191
800X300	800	300	14	26	6/12	210
900×300	890	299	15	23	6/12	210
	900	300	16	28	6/12	243
	912	302	18	34	6/12	286

H-beam steel specifications according to Vietnam standards (TCVN)

H-beam steel dimensions

According to the gathered information, an H-beam steel typically has a length ranging from 6m to 15m. In reality, the product’s lengths are usually around 6m and 12m, with H-beam steel of 12m being the most commonly chosen and prevalent.

For H-beam steel with special dimensions or outside standard regulations, buyers will often negotiate separately with manufacturers. In cases where domestic production of H-beam steel is not possible, importation becomes the solution.

H-beam steel standards

Currently, H-beam steel is a product line that includes various types such as H100, H125, H150, H200, H250, H300, H350, H400, and more, which are widely used. Almost all of these are produced to international standards and are extensively used in industrial and construction sectors.

H-beam steel is imported from countries such as Taiwan, Russia, China, Japan, the UK, and the US.
Standards for H-beam steel include: ATSM, DIN, ANSI, EN, GOST 380-88, JIS G3101, SB410, 3010.
Steel grades for H-beam include: S355JO, S275, S275JR, S275JO, S235, S235JR, S235JO, ASTM A36, JIS G3101 SS400, Q345B, A572 Gr50, S355, S355JR.
Russian steel grades for H-beam include: CT3,.. with the standard GOST 380-88.
Japanese steel grades for H-beam include: SS400,.. with the standard SB410, 3010.
Chinese steel grades for H-beam include: SS400, Q345B,… with the standard JIS G3101, SB410, 3010.
US steel grades for H-beam include: A36,.. with the standard ATSM A36.

Where to buy reliable and quality H-beam steel?

To ensure the quality and reliability of H-beam steel, it is essential to source from reputable suppliers and manufacturers. One such supplier to be aware of is Stavian Industrial Metal Company. Here, they specialize in providing H-beam steel, among other steel types, in various sizes and specifications to meet the diverse needs of construction projects.

The company adheres to strict quality control measures to ensure H-beam steel complies with industry standards and regulations. Additionally, Stavian, being reputable, provides technical and professional support to help architects and builders choose the best H-beam steel for specific applications.

With the information shared above, it is evident that H-beam steel plays a crucial role in both the industrial and construction sectors. Hopefully, you will obtain high-quality steel at reasonable prices. Stavian’s experienced team, in-depth knowledge, and professionalism in producing H-beam steel to the highest standards make them a trustworthy choice. Stavian possesses all the necessary certifications to verify product quality and reliability, as well as reasonable pricing. When choosing Stavian, you can place complete trust in their services. For further information, please contact:

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