Located in the heart of Manama, Bahrain, Ahmer Steel has built a strong reputation as a trusted manufacturer and supplier of high-quality steel products. We take particular pride in our range of ASTM A500 tubing, a cornerstone of modern construction. Supplied to the most demanding projects across the region, our tubing offers the perfect balance of strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness. This makes it an ideal choice for engineers and architects who require a reliable structural component that meets rigorous international standards without compromising on performance or value.
Understanding the makeup of ASTM A500 tubing helps explain its reliability. This carbon steel tubing is primarily composed of elements like carbon, manganese, and phosphorus, blended to achieve specific performance characteristics. The standard outlines clear requirements for mechanical properties, including minimum yield strength and tensile strength, which ensure the tubing can withstand significant structural loads and stress. These carefully controlled properties guarantee a product that is not only strong but also consistently dependable, providing a solid foundation for any project it supports.
| Grade: | ASME/ASTM SA179, SA192, SA210, SA178, SA214, API 5L |
|---|---|
| Size: | 1/8” NB TO 24” NB Sch 40/80/160/XXS |
| Form | Round, Square, Rectangular, Coil, U Tube, |
| Length | Single Random, Double Random & Required Length |
| End | Plain End, Bevelled End |
| Type | Seamless / ERW / Welded |
| Certification For Carbon | Mill Test Certificate as per EN 10204 / 3.2B |
| General Requirements | ASTM A 530/A 530M |
| Dimensional Tolerances | ANSI B 36.10 |
| OD Range | 1.250″ – 6.000″ (30-150mm) |
| Wall Range | 0.095″ – 1.000″ (.2.5-25mm) |
| Composition, % | ||||
| Element | Grades A, B and D | Grace C | ||
| Heat Analysis | Product Analysis | Heat Analysis | Product Analysis | |
| Carbon, max | 0.26 | 0.30 | 0.23 | 0.27 |
| Manganese, max | … | … | 1.35 | 1.40 |
| Phosphorus, max | 0.035 | 0.045 | 0.035 | 0.045 |
| Sulfur, max | 0.035 | 0.045 | 0.035 | 0.045 |
| Copper, when copper steel is specified, min | 0.20 | 0.18 | 0.20 | 0.18 |
| Yield Strength, min | 170 MPa |
| Ultimate Strength, min | 310 MPa |
| Elongation in 50 mm, min | 35% |
| Hardness (Rockwell B), max | 65 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| 1½ (38.1) and under | 0.050 | 1.39 | |
| Over 1½ to 2½ (38.1 to 63.5),incl | 0.062 | 1.72 | |
| Over 2½ to 4 (63.5 to 101.6), incl | 0.075 | 2.09 | |
| Over 4 to 6 (101.6 to 152.4), incl | 0.087 | 2.42 | |
| Over 6 to 8 (152.4 to 203.2), incl | 0.100 | 2.78 | |
| Over 8 (203) | 0.112 | 3.11 | |
The versatility of ASTM A500 tubing makes it a go-to material for a wide array of applications, particularly in the construction industry. You’ll find it forming the essential skeletons of buildings, from commercial high-rises and industrial warehouses to bridges and stadiums. Beyond large-scale structures, it’s also perfectly suited for creating support frames for machinery, agricultural equipment, and various architectural elements. Its excellent strength-to-weight ratio means structures can be both robust and efficient, making it a practical and economical choice for builders and fabricators tackling projects of any size.
Ahmer Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Manama, Bahrain.
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