ASTM A36 Q235 Q345 Q355 Ss400 Universal H Beam Steel Profile Carbon H Beam Steel for Building Frames

Jan 19, 2026

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The Q235 H beam, a core product in the Q235 series structural steel, is a high-reliability load-bearing component widely used in modern construction and engineering projects. As a versatile structural steel solution, it is often deployed in conjunction with Q235 steel channels and other structural steel profiles, integrating excellent material properties, optimized structural design, and broad applicability to meet the diverse demands of general and medium-duty structural applications.

In terms of core material properties, Q235 steel, a premium mild carbon steel grade compliant with Chinese national standards, is renowned for its well-balanced mechanical performance. It features a minimum yield strength of 235 MPa and a tensile strength range of 375-500 MPa, providing stable load-bearing capacity and structural rigidity for common construction scenarios. The low carbon content of Q235 steel endows it with exceptional ductility and weldability, enabling seamless fabrication processes such as cutting, bending, drilling, and on-site welding. This superior processability allows for flexible customization to match various architectural design requirements, from simple residential frames to commercial building auxiliary structures.

Structurally, the Q235 H beam boasts a precision-engineered H-shaped cross-section, consisting of two parallel flanges and a central web. This rational design ensures optimal distribution of bending moments, compressive forces, and shear loads: the flanges effectively resist bending and lateral buckling, while the web efficiently transmits shear stresses. Compared to other structural profiles, the Q235 H beam offers a favorable strength-to-weight ratio, enabling engineers to design lightweight yet robust structures, reducing material consumption and overall construction costs without compromising structural integrity. When used in tandem with Q235 steel channels, it forms a synergistic structural system that enhances the overall stability and load-bearing capacity of the building, suitable for applications such as floor framing, roof trusses, and wall bracings.

As a key member of Q235 structural steel, the H beam is extensively utilized in a wide range of projects. It serves as a core load-bearing component in residential high-rises, office buildings, schools, hospitals, and light industrial plants. Common applications include main beams, secondary beams, columns, and purlins, where it provides durable and stable support to ensure the safety and longevity of the structure. Additionally, Q235 steel exhibits good compatibility with various surface protection treatments, such as anti-corrosion painting and galvanization, which enhance its resistance to humidity, oxidation, and mild industrial corrosion, extending its service life in diverse climatic and working conditions.

To summarize, the Q235 H beam, as an integral part of Q235 structural steel, represents a cost-effective and reliable structural solution for modern construction. Combining the superior processability and stable mechanical properties of Q235 mild carbon steel with the optimized H-shaped structural design, it delivers consistent performance and versatile applicability. When paired with Q235 steel channels and other structural profiles, it further expands its application scope, making it a preferred choice for structural engineers, architects, and construction professionals in general and medium-duty construction projects worldwide.

Product name

Carbon Steel I/U/H profiles steel beams Wide Flange Section For Construction

Shape

H&I beam

Technique

Hot rolled / Welded

Standard

ASTM / AS / BS / GB / JIS

Materials

Q235B, SS400, A-36, AS300B, S355J0, S450J0-T, S275JR

Size

100*50*5*7-900*300*16*28mm

Surface treatment

Galvanized / Black

Specification (inx1b/ft)

Height
(mm)

Width
(mm)

Web thicnkness (mm)

Flange thicnkness (mm)

Theoetical weight
(kg/m)

W6X7

147

100

3.3

4.2

10.5

W6X8.5

148

100

4.3

4.9

13

W6X9

150

100

4.3

5.5

13.5

W6X12

153

102

5.8

7.1

18.0

W6X15

152

152

5.8

6.6

22.5

W6X20

157

153

6.6

9.3

29.8

W6X25

162

154

8.1

11.6

37.1

W8X8

198

99

3.3

4.2

12.0

W8X9

199

100

3.8

4.7

13.5

W8X10

200

100

4.3

5.2

15.0

W8X13

203

102

5.8

6.5

19.3

W8X15

206

102

6.2

8

22.5

W8X18

207

133

5.8

8.4

26.6

W8X21

210

134

6.4

10.2

31.3

 

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