A36/A572GR50/A992 Material H Beam W12x22 W12x26 W12x30

Application scenarios of structural h beam
W12x22: Narrow flange (4.03 inches), suitable for light frames or space-constrained structures.
W12x26: Wide flange (6.49 inches), suitable for beams or columns with medium loads.
W12x30: Thicker flange and web, suitable for higher load requirements, such as main load-bearing beams.

Material performance comparison

A36 h shaped steel
Yield strength: 36 ksi (250 MPa)
Tensile strength: 58-80 ksi (400-550 MPa)
Use: General structural steel, low cost, suitable for medium strength requirements.

A572 Gr50 h beam structure
Yield strength: 50 ksi (345 MPa)
Tensile strength: 65 ksi (450 MPa) and above
Use: High-strength low-alloy steel, suitable for scenarios requiring higher strength.

A992 h section beam
Yield strength: 50 ksi (345 MPa)
Tensile strength: 65 ksi (450 MPa) and up
Maximum yield strength limit: 65 ksi

Application: Commonly used steel in modern construction, with excellent toughness and weldability, designed for wide flange beams.

Despite the different materials, the AISC standard W12x22, W12x26 and W12x30 dimensions remain the same, with only the mechanical properties affected by the material.

Specific dimensions W12x22, W12x26 and W12x30