A36 steel Modulus of Elasticity, A36 steel Young's Modulus, Tensile Modulus – E, can be expressed as
E = stress / strain
E = Young's Modulus of Elasticity (N/m2, lb/in2, psi)
Elasticity is property of A36 steel indicating how it will restore it to its original shape after distortion. A36 steel Modulus of Elasticity, A36 steel Young's Modulus is 200 GPa (29,000 ksi). The A36 steel Poisson's Ratio is 0.26, and A36 steel Shear Modulus is 75 GPa (10,900 ksi).
A36 steel Mechanical Properties:
Mechanical Properties | Imperial | Metric |
Ultimate Tensile Strength | 58,000 – 79,800 psi | 400 – 550 MPa |
Yield Tensile Strength | 36,300 psi | 250 MPa |
Elongation at Break (in 200 mm) | 20.0% | 20.0% |
Elongation at Break (in 50 mm) | 23.0% | 23.0% |
Modulus of Elasticity | 29,000 ksi | 200 GPa |
Bulk Modulus (Typical for steel) | 20,300 ksi | 140 GPa |
Poissons Ratio | 0.260 | 0.260 |
Shear Modulus | 10,900 ksi | 75 GPa |
A36 steel is the most commonly used hot rolled mild steel. A36 steel has excellent welding properties and is suitable for grinding, punching, tapping, drilling and machining processes. A36 steel is often used in construction industries for making buildings, bridges, railroads, oil rigs and more.