Steel Sections

We sell many different grades of steel sections with varying tensile strengths fit for any job, from mild steel angle to support a leaning fence to EN24T to repair a digger bucket.

Steel, an alloy made up of carbon and iron, is a low-cost and high tensile major component that is used in many structures (such as buildings, ships, and vehicles), as well as tools and other appliances.

 Steel FAQs

What is steel made of?

As previously mentioned, steel is an alloy of iron and carbon; however, not all steel is exclusively comprised of these elements. Steel is predominantly made of iron and contains less than 2% carbon, as well as 1% manganese and minimal volumes of oxygen, sulphur, phosphorus, and silicon.

What is the difference between iron and steel?

Iron is an element that can be found in nature within iron ore. Although this is the main component of steel, steel is a stronger alloy with optimised compression and tension properties.

Is steel non-ferrous?

No, steel is a ferrous metal. This means that it is especially tough and machinable, which is why steel is commonly applied in the manufacturing and construction industries.

What are the properties of steel?

Steel has various properties, including malleability, plasticity, corrosion resistance, fatigue strength, elongation, yield strength, tensile strength, toughness, hardness, and creep. This extensive range of properties makes steel ideal for all manner of applications.

What is the yield stress of mild steel?

The yield stress of mild steel is 250 megapascals (MPa). This refers to the point on a stress-strain curve that indicates the limit of elastic behaviour and the beginning of plastic behaviour.

Can you weld galvanised steel?

In order to weld galvanised steel successfully, you’ll need to be a particularly skilled welder. Therefore, when welding galvanised steel, the most effective method is to remove the zinc coating from the area being welded.

Contact Rapid Metals for More Information

As leading steel section suppliers, we stock a vast range of sections in-store and have access to many more specifications thanks to our excellent supplier network.

Ordering online from Rapid Metals is easy. Simply choose the shape/type of steel section you require from the categories below, select the length and width needed, choose the quantity you need and, finally, add to your basket. Each price is calculated individually for your convenience.

If the steel section sizes online are unsuitable for your project, please contact us, and we’ll be happy to help.

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