Thin wall light weight high strength C-channel steel for construction and manufacturing
C-channel steel is automatically processed and formed by specialized machinery, featuring thin walls, lightweight construction, excellent cross-sectional performance, and high strength. Manufactured through hot-rolled plate cold bending processing, it offers wide applicability in construction, mechanical manufacturing, automotive, and shipbuilding industries.
| Parameter | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Section Dimensions | 41x21mm, 41x41mm, 41x62mm, 41x82mm (single/double slot options) |
| Thickness Range | 1.5mm ~ 3.0mm (heavy-duty up to 4.0mm available) |
| Standard Lengths | 3.05m, 5.8m, 6.0m, or cut to project requirement |
| Surface Finish | Pre-galvanized (Z80-Z275) / Hot-dip galvanized / Dacromet / Powder coating (custom colors) |
| Hole Pattern | Back hole spacing 25.4mm / 50mm, oval or round, compatible with US and European fittings |
| Load Capacity | Depending on section & thickness, max safe load up to 12KN~28KN; load tables available for design |
- Excellent Seismic Performance: Effectively absorbs and disperses seismic energy, ensuring building safety in earthquake-prone areas
- Superior Structural Stability: Excellent plasticity and flexibility, suitable for structures withstanding large vibration and impact loads
- Easy Processing & Installation: Good plasticity and processing performance, convenient for cutting, welding, and assembly
- Corrosion Resistance: Surface treated with anti-corrosion coatings like galvanizing for long-term use in harsh environments
- Environmental & Energy Efficient: Open section design reduces weight while maintaining load capacity, minimizing transportation and production energy consumption
Widely used in solar mounting structures, steel building purlins and wall beams, lightweight roof trusses, mechanical components, automotive chassis, and shipbuilding applications.
C-channel steel is mainly used for structural support systems such as solar mounting structures, cable trays, wall framing, HVAC support, and industrial racking systems.
It is typically made from carbon steel such as Q235, Q355, or ASTM A36, and can be finished with hot-dip galvanizing or ZAM coating for corrosion resistance.
"C-channel" refers to the cross-sectional shape of the steel profile, which resembles the letter "C", providing strength and easy installation capability.
C-channel steel offers high strength, lightweight structure, easy assembly, cost efficiency, and excellent compatibility with bolts and accessories.
Yes, especially when galvanized or ZAM-coated, it provides strong corrosion resistance for outdoor environments like solar farms and construction sites.
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