Corten Steel Rods
Corten Steel Tube is a trusted exporter and supplier of high-quality Corten Steel Rods. Corten rods are known for their exceptional strength, weather resistance, and unique rustic appearance that improves over time.
Key Features:
- High Strength: ASTM A588 steel offers superior structural strength, making it suitable for demanding projects.
- Corrosion Resistance: Corten rounds form a protective rust layer when exposed to the elements, preventing further corrosion and enhancing durability.
- Available Lengths: Corten rounds come in standard 20’ lengths, but we can cut them to your required size for added convenience.
Advantages of Corten Steel Rounds:
- Cost-Effective: The self-protecting rust layer minimizes maintenance and eliminates the need for expensive paint or protective coatings.
- Environmentally Friendly: Corten steel requires fewer resources for maintenance, reducing overall environmental impact.
- Aesthetic Appeal: The distinct, weathered look adds a unique industrial charm to construction, landscaping, and architectural designs.
- Low Maintenance: Thanks to the natural rust barrier, these rounds require little upkeep, offering long-term savings.
Corten Steel Rounds Specifications
Material | ASTM A588 Corten Steel (also known as weathering steel) |
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Type | High-strength low-alloy structural steel |
Physical Properties | |
Tensile Strength | 485 MPa (70,000 psi) minimum |
Yield Strength | 345 MPa (50,000 psi) minimum |
Elongation | 18% in 8” gauge length |
Corrosion Resistance | Self-protecting rust layer that prevents further corrosion |
Modulus of Elasticity | 200 GPa |
Dimensions | |
Standard Length | 20 feet (Custom lengths available on request) |
Diameters | Available in a variety of diameters from ½ inch to 12 inches (Custom sizes available) |
Weight | |
½” diameter | Approx. 1.5 lbs per foot |
1” diameter | Approx. 5.7 lbs per foot |
2” diameter | Approx. 23 lbs per foot (Other weights available upon request) |
Corten Rods Chemical Composition
Element | Composition (%) |
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Carbon (C) | 0.12 – 0.21% |
Manganese (Mn) | 0.80 – 1.25% |
Phosphorus (P) | Max 0.04% |
Sulfur (S) | Max 0.05% |
Silicon (Si) | 0.30 – 0.65% |
Copper (Cu) | 0.20 – 0.40% (Enhances corrosion resistance) |
Chromium (Cr) | 0.40 – 0.65% (Contributes to the protective oxide layer) |
Nickel (Ni) | Max 0.40% (Improves strength and toughness) |
Vanadium (V) | Max 0.10% (Provides additional strength) |
Iron (Fe) | Balance |
Corten Steel Rounds Mechanical Properties
Property | Value |
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Tensile Strength | 485 MPa (70,000 psi) minimum |
Yield Strength | 345 MPa (50,000 psi) minimum |
Elongation | 18% in 8” gauge length |
Modulus of Elasticity | 200 GPa |
Hardness | 179 HBW (approximate, depending on the exact composition and treatment) |
Impact Resistance | Excellent due to the formation of a self-protective rust layer |
Applications of Corten Steel Rods
- Construction & Infrastructure: Used in bridges, highways, guardrails, and building frameworks for their high strength and low maintenance.
- Landscaping & Architecture: Ideal for outdoor sculptures, garden features, fencing, and decorative architectural elements with a rustic look.
- Marine & Coastal Projects: Perfect for docks, piers, seawalls, and retaining walls due to their resistance to moisture and salt.
- Industrial Applications: Suitable for heavy machinery, equipment, and structural supports in harsh environments.
- Public Works: Popular in public art installations, monuments, and outdoor structures due to their weathered aesthetic and durability.
- Renewable Energy: Used in wind turbine projects and other renewable energy infrastructure for structural resilience in tough weather conditions.
Why Choose Corten Steel Tube?
- Quality Assurance: We ensure all our ASTM A588 steel rounds meet industry standards and deliver consistent quality across every order.
- Customization: Need specific lengths or diameters? We offer custom cutting services to meet the unique demands of your project.
- Global Export: As a leading exporter, we cater to both domestic and international markets, delivering on time and with excellent customer service.
For inquiries about pricing, customization, or bulk orders, contact Corten Steel Tube today. Our expert team is ready to assist you in finding the best solutions for your projects, no matter the size or complexity.
We Supply Globally
We Supply Our Perforated Corten Steel to various countries like Tunisia, United States, Kazakhstan, Belgium, Turkey, Poland, Poland, Austria, Brazil, Mexico, Nigeria, Bahrain, India, Iran, Peru, Israel, Lithuania, Namibia, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Trinidad & Tobago, Ukraine, France, Canada, Morocco, Belarus, Switzerland, Angola, Iran, Bangladesh, Lebanon, Azerbaijan, Portugal, Iraq, Nigeria, Gabon, Vietnam, Ecuador, Bulgaria, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Romania, Pakistan, Kenya, Serbia, Bhutan, Norway, Puerto Rico, New Zealand, Sweden, Indonesia, Netherlands, Italy, Taiwan, Ireland, Colombia, Oman, Chile, Russia, Afghanistan, Macau, United Kingdom, Greece, Malaysia, Costa Rica, Estonia, Qatar, Libya, Mongolia, Argentina, South Korea, Australia, Slovakia, Denmark, Tibet, Finland, United Arab Emirates, Mexico, Kuwait, Croatia, Thailand, China, Zimbabwe, Nepal, Singapore, Germany, Venezuela, Gambia, Algeria, Chile, Hong Kong, Ghana, Japan, Jordan, South Africa, Czech Republic, Bolivia, Hungary.
We Supply Worldwide
We Supply Our Perforated Corten Steel to various cities like Atyrau, Sydney, Lahore, Cairo, Tehran, Edmonton, Calgary, Granada, Kanpur, Petaling Jaya, Lagos, Haryana, Montreal, Perth, Navi Mumbai, Courbevoie, Bengaluru, Karachi, Ernakulam, Bogota, Ahvaz, Kolkata, La Victoria, Jeddah, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Baroda, Pune, New Delhi, Colombo, Coimbatore, Rajkot, Hyderabad, Al Khobar, Vung Tau, Gurgaon, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Milan, Bhopal, Surat, Visakhapatnam, Hong Kong, Port-of-Spain, Manama, Ranchi, Singapore, Kuwait City, Secunderabad, Melbourne, Nagpur, Jaipur, Ho Chi Minh City, Sharjah, Aberdeen, Ludhiana, Al Jubail, Abu Dhabi, Nashik, Howrah, Algiers, Houston, Bangkok, Brisbane, London, Chandigarh, Gimhae-si, Rio de Janeiro, Dallas, Riyadh, Busan, Thiruvananthapuram, Mexico City, Faridabad, Santiago, Chiyoda, Mumbai, Jakarta, Jamshedpur, Ankara, Noida, Ulsan, Thane, Los Angeles, Madrid, Geoje-si, Toronto, New York, Hanoi, Muscat, Seoul, Doha, Indore, Vadodara, Chennai, Dammam, Moscow, Istanbul, Caracas, Ahmedabad.