Structural Steel - Special Grade
ASTM A913 - High-Strength Low-Alloy for W-Beams
High-strength low-alloy structural steel specifically for W-shapes (wide-flange beams) with enhanced weldability for heavy structural sections. Available in grades 50, 60, 65, and 70.
Material Type
ASTM A913 - High-Strength Low-Alloy for W-Beams
Mechanical Properties
Yield Strength: 345-485 MPa (50-70 ksi)
Tensile Strength: 450-620 MPa
Key Features
- Enhanced weldability - Optimized for heavy sections
- Multiple grades available - 50, 60, 65, 70
- Similar to A992 - But allows higher carbon equivalent
- Increased strength in heavy sections
- Good toughness
Applications
- Heavy W-beams
- High-rise buildings
- Industrial structures
- Heavy load-bearing members
- Bridge components