ASTM A588 steel usage and elogation properties

ASTM A588 steel covers high strength, low-alloy structural steel shapes, plates, and bars with improved atmospheric corrosion resistance that is intended for riveted, bolted, or welded construction. When properly exposed to the atmosphere, this steel is suitable for many applications in the bare/unpainted condition.

The ASTM A588 steel mechanical properties
Elongation, min % in 2”: 21
Tensile, min, ksi: 70

Elongation, min % in 8”: 18
Yield, min, ksi: 50

ASTM A588 steel is a high strength, low alloy structural steel specification with higher strength and higher atmospheric corrosion resistance for structural steels of all shapes, such as Angle, channel and beam, as well as steel and rebar. ASTM A588 steel is mainly used for: pedestrian bridge, highway bridge girders and other bridge members and shipbuilding.