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High Tensile Galvanized Steel Strand for Post Tensioning

High Tensile Galvanized Steel Strand for Post Tensioning

Heavy-Duty Post-Tensioning Infrastructure Grade. Engineered for high-stress structural systems in demanding environments, our high-tensile galvanized 7-wire prestressed concrete steel strand combines premium 1860 MPa ultimate breaking load performance with a heavy-duty zinc-galvanized protective barrier, delivering certified compliance for international post-tensioned civil engineering projects.

High Tensile Galvanized Steel Strand for Post-Tensioning | 1860 MPa 7-Wire Anti-Corrosion Tendon

1. Technical Specifications & Metallurgical Data

​Designed for critical load paths in post-tensioned concrete structures exposed to corrosive or high-stress environments. Every coil adheres to stringent international mechanical and galvanization benchmarks.

Technical Parameter

Specification Value

Governing Standard

Available Diameters

12.7 mm (0.5 inch) / 15.24 mm (0.6 inch) / 17.8 mm

ASTM A416 / BS 5896

Strand Configuration

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

ASTM A416 / ISO 6934-4

Specified Tensile Strength

1860 MPa (High Tensile Grade 270)

ASTM A416 / ISO 6934-4

Minimum Breaking Load (MBL)

High-Capacity Range (Up to ≥ 260.7 kN +)

ASTM A416

Galvanized Coating

Heavy-Duty High-Purity Zinc Coating

ASTM A475 / EN 10244-2

Relaxation Class

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

JIS G3536

Surface Condition

Uniformly Galvanized, Stress-Relieved, Bonded

Corrosion-Inhibited Free

2. Core Engineering Advantages

· â€‹Superior 1860 MPa Tensile Integrity: Premium high-carbon steel wire rods deliver maximum ultimate breaking load capability, allowing structural engineers to optimize tendon configurations in post-tensioned designs.

· â€‹Active Zinc Galvanized Defense: Uniformly coated with a high-purity zinc protective layer, offering sacrificial anode protection and an impermeable barrier against atmospheric oxidation and moisture infiltration.

· 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.

· â€‹Full Metallurgical & Protective Traceability: Manufactured under strict ISO 9001 protocols. Each commercial shipment includes a comprehensive Mill Test Certificate (MTC) verifying tensile strength, elongation, and zinc coating mass.

​3. Industrial & Post-Tensioning Applications

​Engineered for heavy-load-bearing post-tensioned structures across global civil and infrastructure sectors:

· â€‹Bridge Engineering: Cable-stayed bridges, suspension bridge stay cables, external post-tensioned box girders, and precast segmental viaducts.

· â€‹Heavy Civil Structures: Nuclear containment vessels, LNG concrete storage tanks, and large-scale industrial foundation systems.

· â€‹Marine & Geotechnical Works: Port wharfs, offshore platforms, high-capacity ground anchors, and slope stabilization structures.

​4. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

​Q: How does this high-tensile galvanized strand perform in post-tensioned systems?

A: It provides a dual advantage: the 1860 MPa core delivers the massive tensile force required for post-tensioned load paths, while the heavy zinc coating protects the steel against corrosion in exposed or aggressive environments.

​Q: Do these strands comply with international manufacturing standards?

A: Yes. The base mechanical properties comply strictly with ASTM A416, BS 5896, or ISO 6934-4, and the galvanization meets relevant international standards such as EN 10244 and ASTM A475.

​Q: What is the standard export packaging and transport safety?

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.

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