ASTM A242 Type 1 Corten Steel Sheets and Plates are known for their impressive corrosion resistance and high strength, making them perfect for environments that demand superior weatherability. Shalan Steel, a trusted manufacturer and supplier located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, provides top-notch A242 Type 1 plates to clients throughout Malaysia and Southeast Asia. These plates are ideal for a variety of projects, including architectural, infrastructure, and industrial applications that face the elements.
This particular steel is a copper-chromium-nickel alloy, boasting a minimum yield strength of 345 MPa and a tensile strength ranging from 485 to 620 MPa. One of its standout features is its ability to form a stable, protective oxide layer—or patina—when exposed to the weather, which significantly cuts down on corrosion over time. This means you can say goodbye to the hassle of painting and enjoy a longer service life, especially in outdoor and marine settings.
Grade : ASTM A242 Type 1 Corten Steel Plates
Standard : ASTM A242 / ASME SA242
Width : 1500mm to 4050mm,
Length : 3000mm to 15000mm
Thickness : 6MM to 200
Type : Weathering Steel / Weather Resistant / Corten Steel / High-Strength Low-alloy Structural Steel
Process : Hot-Rolled (HR)
| Grade ASTM A242 TYPE 1 | C | Mn | Cr | Si | CEV | S | Cu | P |
| Max 0.12 | Max 1 | 0.3-1.25 | Max 0.75 | Max 0.52 | Max 0.03 | 0.25-0.55 | 0.06 – 0.15 |
| Grade | Min. Yield Strength Mpa | Tensile Strength MPa | Impact | ||||||||
| A242 Type1 | Nominal Thickness (mm) | Nominal Thickness (mm) | degree | J | |||||||
| Thick mm | ≤16 | >16 ≤40 | >40 ≤63 | >63 ≤80 | >80 ≤100 | >100 ≤150 | ≤3 | >3 ≤100 | >100 ≤150 | -20 | 27 |
| A242 Type1 | 355 | 345 | …. | …. | …. | …. | 510-680 | 470-630 | …. | ||
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
ASTM A242 Type 1 Corten Steel Plates and Sheets are used extensively in bridges, construction, and architectural applications because of their weather resistance and high strength. They are best suited for outdoor sculptures, facades, and roofing due to their rust-like protective layer, which minimizes maintenance requirements. They are also utilized in railcars, marine vessels, and industrial stacks, where exposure to extreme weather conditions is prevalent. Also, they are used in signage, fencing, and outdoor furniture due to their beauty and durability.
Shalan 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 Kuala lumpur, Malaysia.
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