METAL GRADES

A500 Grades B and C Structural Tubing Steel

ASTM A500 Grades B and C structural steel pipe and tube is used for an array of fabrication projects and is a workhorse of the industry. Metals USA carries a full assortment of ASTM A500 in all of the standard sizes and thicknesses including both pipe and tube. A500 Grades B and C are employed in applications where strength, structural efficiency, savings in weight, and added durability are important. Anywhere high or low-temperature resistance is required, A500 is often the preferred choice.

Yield/Tensile Strength (Grade B)

Imperial

Tensile Strength, Minimum

58,000 psi

Tensile Strength, Yield Minimum

46,000 psi

Yield/Tensile Strength (Grade C)

Imperial

Tensile Strength, Minimum

62,000 psi

Tensile Strength, Yield Minimum

50,000 psi

Material Chemistry (Grade B)

C

P

S

CU

0.26% max

0.040%

0.050%

0.20%

Material Chemistry (Grade C)

C

MN

P

S

CU

0.26% max

1.35%

0.040%

0.050%

0.20%