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15.24mm Hot Dip Galvanized PC Strand ASTM A416

15.24mm Hot Dip Galvanized PC Strand ASTM A416

American Standard Heavy-Duty Anti-Corrosion Infrastructure Grade. Engineered in strict compliance with ASTM A416 and ASTM A475 specifications, our 15.24mm (0.6 inch) 7-wire hot-dip galvanized prestressed concrete steel strand delivers heavy-duty ultimate breaking load performance, superior zinc coating protection, and certified compliance for demanding global bridge and marine engineering projects.

ASTM A416 15.24mm (0.6 inch) Hot-Dip Galvanized PC Strand | 7-Wire Heavy-Duty Anti-Corrosion Tendon

1. Technical Specifications & Metallurgical Data

​Designed for critical heavy-load paths in aggressive environments under ASTM design codes. Every coil adheres to rigorous mechanical and galvanization benchmarks.

Technical Parameter

Specification Value

Governing Standard

Nominal Diameter

15.24 mm (0.600 inch)

ASTM A416 / A416M

Strand Configuration

7-Wire (1 Center Wire + 6 Helical Outer Wires)

ASTM A416

Nominal Cross-Sectional Area

140.0 mm² (0.217 in²)

ASTM A416

Specified Tensile Strength

Grade 270 (1860 MPa)

ASTM A416

Minimum Breaking Load (MBL)

≥ 260.7 kN (58,600 lbs)

ASTM A416

Galvanized Coating

Heavy-Duty Hot-Dip Zinc Coating

ASTM A475 / ASTM A641

Relaxation Class

Class 2 (Low Relaxation, Max 2.5% at 1000h)

ASTM A416 / JIS G3536

2. Core Engineering Advantages

· â€‹ASTM A416 Certified Mechanical Performance: The high-carbon steel core is manufactured strictly to meet the strength, elongation, and ultimate breaking load requirements of ASTM A416 Grade 270.

· â€‹Heavy-Duty Hot-Dip Galvanized Defense: Uniformly coated with a thick layer of high-purity zinc via hot-dip processing, offering robust sacrificial anode protection and an impermeable physical barrier against corrosive elements.

· â€‹Maximum Load-Bearing Capacity: The 140.0 mm² cross-section and 260.7 kN minimum breaking load provide the heavy-duty tensile performance required for massive bridge spans and structural tie-downs.

· â€‹Low-Relaxation Stability (Class 2): Advanced thermal-mechanical stabilization restricts stress relaxation to a maximum of 2.5% at 1000 hours, ensuring permanent prestressing force retention over extended lifecycles.

​3. Industrial & Bridge Applications

​Engineered for heavy-load structures exposed to aggressive environments under ASTM standards:

· â€‹Major Bridge Infrastructure: Cable-stayed bridges, suspension bridge stay cables, highway viaducts, and precast segmental girders.

· â€‹Marine & Coastal Engineering: Offshore platforms, port wharfs, piers, and coastal retaining walls subject to saltwater spray.

· â€‹Aggressive Geotechnical & Civil Projects: High-capacity permanent ground anchors, rock slopes, and dam reinforcement.

​4. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

​Q: Do these galvanized strands comply with ASTM A416 and galvanization standards?

A: Yes. The base steel strand complies strictly with ASTM A416 Grade 270, and the heavy-duty zinc coating meets relevant ASTM galvanization specifications (such as ASTM A475 / A641), ensuring complete acceptance by international consultants.

​Q: What is the standard export packaging and container load?

A: Coils are wrapped in heavy-duty moisture-proof materials, secured with high-tensile steel strapping, and palletized to prevent zinc coating abrasion during international containerized transport. A standard 20ft container loads approximately 20 to 27 metric tons.

​Q: Can we request third-party quality inspection prior to shipment?

A: Yes. We fully support independent pre-shipment inspections and audits conducted by recognized global agencies such as SGS, BV, Intertek, or TUV.

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