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ASTM A572 Grade 50 H Beam | Structural Steel H Beam & Wide Flange Beam Supplier for Construction Projects
High Strength ASTM A572 Grade 50 Steel
ASTM A572 Grade 50 is a popular structural steel grade used for demanding construction applications due to its excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
Main advantages include:
Minimum yield strength: 50 ksi (345 MPa)
High load-bearing capacity
Excellent weldability
Good toughness and durability
Reduced structural weight compared with lower-grade steel
These properties make ASTM A572 Grade 50 H Beams an ideal choice for projects requiring strong and efficient structural systems.
Superior Structural Performance
The H-shaped profile provides:
High bending resistance
Strong compression performance
Excellent stability under heavy loads
Efficient material utilization
Compared with traditional steel sections, H Beams provide better structural support for large-span and heavy-load applications.
ASTM A572 Grade 50 H Beams are high-strength structural steel profiles commonly adopted in modern building and engineering projects. Their wide flange geometry delivers impressive load-bearing capacity, securing solid structural stability while keeping steel consumption optimized.
Royal Steel Group acts as a professional supplier, manufacturer and exporter of H beams from China, supplying premium structural steel products to clients around the globe.
Our structural H beams are produced in compliance with international standards and find broad applications in:
Commercial buildings
Industrial steel frameworks
Warehouses and logistics hubs
Bridges and infrastructure developments
Heavy-load construction projects
Backed by rigorous quality control, competitive factory rates and solid export know-how, Royal Steel Group provides trusted wide flange beam solutions for global construction markets.
| Material Standard | ASTM A572 Grade 50 Steel H Beam | Yield Strength | ≥345MPa |
| Dimensions | W14x82, W16x89, W14x109 H Beam, etc. | Length | Stock for 6 m & 12 m, Customized Length |
| Dimensional Tolerance | Conforms to GB/T 11263 or ASTM A6 | Quality Certification | ISO 9001, SGS/BV Third-Party Inspection Report |
| Surface Finish | Hot-dip galvanizing, paint, etc. Customizable | Applications | Industrial plants, warehouses, commercial buildings, residential buildings, bridges |
Technical Data
ASTM A572 W-beam (or H-beam) Chemical Composition
| Item | Grade | Carbon,max, % |
Manganese,max, % |
Silicon,max, % |
Phosphorusmax, % |
Sulfur,max, % |
|
| A572 steel beams | 42 | 0.21 | 1.35 | 0.40 | 0.04 | 0.05 | |
| 50 | 0.23 | 1.35 | 0.40 | 0.04 | 0.05 | ||
| 55 | 0.25 | 1.35 | 0.40 | 0.04 | 0.05 | ||
ASTM A572 W-beam (or H-beam) Mechanical Property
| Item | Grade | Yield pointmin,ksi[MPa] | Tensile strength,min,ksi[MPa] | |
| A572 steel beams | 42 | 42[290] | 60[415] | |
| 50 | 50[345] | 65[450] | ||
| 55 | 55[380] | 70[485] | ||
ASTM A572 Wide Flange H-beam Sizes - W Beam
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Designation |
Dimensions | Static Parameters | |||||||
| Moment of Inertia | Section Modulus | ||||||||
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Imperial (in x lb/ft) |
Depthh (in) | Widthw (in) | Web Thicknesss (in) | Sectional Area(in2) | Weight(lb/ft) | Ix(in4) | Iy(in4) | Wx(in3) | Wy(in3) |
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W 27 x 178 |
27.8 | 14.09 | 0.725 | 52.3 | 178 | 6990 | 555 | 502 | 78.8 |
|
W 27 x 161 |
27.6 | 14.02 | 0.660 | 47.4 | 161 | 6280 | 497 | 455 |
70.9 |
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W 27 x 146 |
27.4 | 14 | 0.605 | 42.9 | 146 | 5630 | 443 | 411 |
63.5 |
| W 27 x 114 | 27.3 | 10.07 | 0.570 | 33.5 | 114 | 4090 | 159 | 299 |
31.5 |
| W 27 x 102 | 27.1 | 10.02 | 0.515 | 30.0 | 102 | 3620 | 139 | 267 | 27.8 |
| W 27 x 94 | 26.9 | 10 | 0.490 | 27.7 | 94 | 3270 | 124 | 243 | 24.8 |
| W 27 x 84 | 26.7 | 9.96 | 0.460 | 24.8 | 84 | 2850 | 106 | 213 | 21.2 |
| W 24 x 162 | 25 | 13 | 0.705 | 47.7 | 162 | 5170 | 443 | 414 | 68.4 |
| W 24 x 146 | 24.7 | 12.9 | 0.650 | 43.0 | 146 | 4580 | 391 | 371 | 60.5 |
| W 24 x 131 | 24.5 | 12.9 | 0.605 | 38.5 | 131 | 4020 | 340 | 329 | 53.0 |
| W 24 x 117 | 24.3 | 12.8 | 0.55 | 34.4 | 117 | 3540 | 297 | 291 | 46.5 |
| W 24 x 104 | 24.1 | 12.75 | 0.500 | 30.6 | 104 | 3100 | 259 | 258 | 40.7 |
| W 24 x 94 | 24.1 | 9.07 | 0.515 | 27.7 | 94 | 2700 | 109 | 222 | 24.0 |
| W 24 x 84 | 24.1 | 9.02 | 0.470 | 24.7 | 84 | 2370 | 94.4 | 196 | 20.9 |
| W 24 x 76 | 23.9 | 9 | 0.440 | 22.4 | 76 | 2100 | 82.5 | 176 | 18.4 |
| W 24 x 68 | 23.7 | 8.97 | 0.415 | 20.1 | 68 | 1830 | 70.4 | 154 | 15.7 |
| W 24 x 62 | 23.7 | 7.04 | 0.430 | 18.2 | 62 | 1550 | 34.5 | 131 | 9.8 |
| W 24 x 55 | 23.6 | 7.01 | 0.395 | 16.2 | 55 | 1350 | 29.1 | 114 | 8.3 |
| W 21 x 147 | 22.1 | 12.51 | 0.720 | 43.2 | 147 | 3630 | 376 | 329 | 60.1 |
| W 21 x 132 | 21.8 | 12.44 | 0.650 | 38.8 | 132 | 3220 | 333 | 295 | 53.5 |
| W 21 x 122 | 21.7 | 12.39 | 0.600 | 35.9 | 122 | 2960 | 305 | 273 | 49.2 |
| W 21 x 111 | 21.5 | 12.34 | 0.550 | 32.7 | 111 | 2670 | 274 | 249 | 44.5 |
| W 21 x 101 | 21.4 | 12.29 | 0.500 | 29.8 | 101 | 2420 | 248 | 227 | 40.3 |
| W 21 x 93 | 21.6 | 8.42 | 0.580 | 27.3 | 93 | 2070 | 92.9 | 192 | 22.1 |
| W 21 x 83 | 21.4 | 8.36 | 0.515 | 24.3 | 83 | 1830 | 81.4 | 171 | 19.5 |
| W 21 x 73 | 21.2 | 8.3 | 0.455 | 21.5 | 73 | 1600 | 70.6 | 151 | 17.0 |
| W 21 x 68 | 21.1 | 8.27 | 0.430 | 20.0 | 68 | 1480 | 64.7 | 140 | 15.7 |
| W 21 x 62 | 21 | 8.24 | 0.400 | 18.3 | 62 | 1330 | 57.5 | 127 | 13.9 |
| W 21 x 57 | 21.1 | 6.56 | 0.405 | 16.7 | 57 | 1170 | 30.6 | 111 | 9.4 |
| W 21 x 50 | 20.8 | 6.53 | 0.380 | 14.7 | 50 | 984 | 24.9 | 94.5 | 7.6 |
| W 21 x 44 | 20.7 | 6.5 | 0.350 | 13.0 | 44 | 843 | 20.7 | 81.6 |
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Steel Beam for Construction
H Beams are core structural elements in construction work, applied for:
Building frames
Column and beam systems
Floor supports
Roof framing
Steel structure workshops
Standardised dimensions make fabrication, transport and installation straightforward.
Industrial Steel Structures
Industrial projects requiring durability and high strength often rely on structural H Beams for:
- Manufacturing factories
- Equipment support structures
- Industrial warehouses
- Energy facilities
- Heavy machinery areas
Commercial Buildings
ASTM A572 Grade 50 H Beams are widely used in commercial construction:
Office buildings
Shopping centers
Parking garages
High-rise steel structures
High strength supports safe and efficient structural design.
Infrastructure Projects
H Beams fit well for:
Bridge structures
Transport facilities
Large public buildings
Engineering support structures
Royal Steel Group is a trusted supplier of structural steel, delivering premium steel solutions for cross-border construction projects.
Our Core Strengths:
Professional structural steel manufacturer
Experienced Chinese H Beam exporter
Bulk wholesale supply of steel H Beams
ASTM-compliant structural steel products
Competitive factory-direct prices
Rigorous quality inspection system
Mill Test Certificates (MTC) available
Custom fabrication services
Dependable global logistics support
Whether you are working on mid-sized builds or large infrastructure developments, Royal Steel Group delivers reliable H Beam solutions built for performance and cost efficiency.
1) Branch Office - Spanish-speaking support, customs clearance assistance, etc.
2) Over 5,000 tons of stock in stock, with a wide variety of sizes
3) Inspected by authoritative organizations such as CCIC, SGS, BV, and TUV, with standard seaworthy packaging
Royal Steel Group applies professional export packing methods to ensure products arrive safely at project destinations.
Packing:
Steel bundles secured with strong steel straps
Waterproof protection available
Product labels and specifications clearly marked
Delivery Options:
Container shipment
Bulk vessel transportation
Customized export logistics solutions
We support customers with efficient delivery schedules for international construction projects.
1. What is an H Beam used for?
H Beams function as primary structural members in construction. They are extensively applied for buildings, bridges, warehouses, industrial plants and various infrastructure projects.
2. Why choose ASTM A572 Grade 50 H Beam?
ASTM A572 Grade 50 H Beams deliver elevated strength and robust structural performance, which makes them ideal for construction scenarios carrying heavy loads.
3. What is the difference between H Beam and Wide Flange Beam?
H Beams and Wide Flange Beams belong to similar structural steel profiles. Wide flange beams typically feature broader flanges, engineered for better load distribution and stronger bending resistance.
4. Can Royal Steel Group supply wholesale H Beams?
Yes. Royal Steel Group offers bulk wholesale H Beam supply. We support custom specifications, competitive factory pricing and full international shipping services.
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