Situated in the heart of Addis Ababa, Desta Steel stands as a trusted manufacturer and supplier dedicated to Ethiopia’s growing infrastructure. We take pride in producing ASTM A500 structural tubing, a cornerstone material known for its exceptional strength and reliability. Our commitment extends beyond supply, ensuring that every length of tubing meets the rigorous standards required for the nation’s most ambitious construction and engineering projects, providing builders and fabricators with a product they can depend on for lasting performance.
Our ASTM A500 tubing is a carbon steel product, valued for its well-balanced composition that delivers consistent performance. The real strength lies in its mechanical properties; this tubing is defined by its high yield and tensile strength, which directly translates into an impressive capacity to bear heavy loads and resist structural stress. This inherent robustness ensures stability and safety in various demanding applications, making it a preferred choice where both strength and a practical strength-to-weight ratio are essential.
| Grade: | ASME/ASTM SA179, SA192, SA210, SA178, SA214, API 5L |
|---|---|
| Size: | 1/8” NB TO 24” NB Sch 40/80/160/XXS |
| Form | Round, Square, Rectangular, Coil, U Tube, |
| Length | Single Random, Double Random & Required Length |
| End | Plain End, Bevelled End |
| Type | Seamless / ERW / Welded |
| Certification For Carbon | Mill Test Certificate as per EN 10204 / 3.2B |
| General Requirements | ASTM A 530/A 530M |
| Dimensional Tolerances | ANSI B 36.10 |
| OD Range | 1.250″ – 6.000″ (30-150mm) |
| Wall Range | 0.095″ – 1.000″ (.2.5-25mm) |
| Composition, % | ||||
| Element | Grades A, B and D | Grace C | ||
| Heat Analysis | Product Analysis | Heat Analysis | Product Analysis | |
| Carbon, max | 0.26 | 0.30 | 0.23 | 0.27 |
| Manganese, max | … | … | 1.35 | 1.40 |
| Phosphorus, max | 0.035 | 0.045 | 0.035 | 0.045 |
| Sulfur, max | 0.035 | 0.045 | 0.035 | 0.045 |
| Copper, when copper steel is specified, min | 0.20 | 0.18 | 0.20 | 0.18 |
| Yield Strength, min | 170 MPa |
| Ultimate Strength, min | 310 MPa |
| Elongation in 50 mm, min | 35% |
| Hardness (Rockwell B), max | 65 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| 1½ (38.1) and under | 0.050 | 1.39 | |
| Over 1½ to 2½ (38.1 to 63.5),incl | 0.062 | 1.72 | |
| Over 2½ to 4 (63.5 to 101.6), incl | 0.075 | 2.09 | |
| Over 4 to 6 (101.6 to 152.4), incl | 0.087 | 2.42 | |
| Over 6 to 8 (152.4 to 203.2), incl | 0.100 | 2.78 | |
| Over 8 (203) | 0.112 | 3.11 | |
Because of its proven durability and structural integrity, ASTM A500 tubing is incredibly versatile. You’ll find it forming the essential skeletons of modern commercial buildings, expansive warehouses, and robust bridge supports. Beyond large-scale construction, it’s also perfectly suited for creating sturdy frames for industrial equipment, agricultural machinery, and even public infrastructure like signage gantries and protective railings. This adaptability makes it a fundamental component across numerous industries, effectively supporting the physical framework of development and daily commerce throughout the region.
Desta 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 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
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