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IS1852 Channel

IS1852 channel is a widely recognized type of rolled steel section that conforms to the Indian Standard IS1852, which specifies the dimensions and properties of hot rolled steel channel sections. This particular standard ensures that IS1852 channels meet rigorous criteria for dimensional accuracy and material strength, making them highly reliable for structural applications. Their popularity stems from their versatility and strength, allowing them to be used extensively across various industries such as construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing. IS1852 channels are particularly favored for their ability to support heavy loads and resist bending and torsion, making them ideal for frameworks, supports, and base structures in large-scale projects.

As a major manufacturer and supplier, Ferrite Structural Steels Pvt Ltd specializes in providing high-quality IS1852 channels that are crafted with precision and care. At Ferrite Steels, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of production and quality assurance. We offer a range of sizes and specifications in our IS1852 channel lineup, catering to the diverse needs of our clients across different sectors.

IS1852 Channel Specification

Product Name IS1852 Channels
Brand Ferrite Structural Steels Pvt Ltd. 
Minimum Order Quantity 1 Ton
Material Mild Steel
Finish Painted, galvanized, or standard mill finish
Applications Building frameworks, infrastructure projects, supports in manufacturing, architectural elements

IS1852 Channel Size Chart

Size in mm Average Weight KG/MTR Average Weight KG/FT
70 x 35 4.2 1.3
75 x 40 5.2 1.58
75 x 40 STD 7.1 2.2
75 x 40 MED 6.5 2
75 x 40 LIGHT 5.7 1.7
100 x 50 STD 9.56 2.9
100 x 50 MED 9.2 2.8
100 x 50 LT MED 8.7 2.6
100 x 50 LIGHT 7.9 2.4
120 x 55 12.5 3.1
125 x 65 13.1 4
150 x 75 16.8 5.1
200 x 75 22.3 6.8

 

IS1852 Equivalent Grades

Country/Standard India (IS) European Union (EN) United States (ASTM International) United Kingdom (BS) Japan (JIS) International (ISO)
Equivalent Grade IS 2062 E250, E350 S275, S355 ASTM A36, ASTM A572 Grade 50 BS 4360 Grade 43A, 50D SS400, SM490 ISO 630 Fe360, Fe510

 

IS1852 Chemical Composition

Element Carbon (C) Manganese (Mn) Silicon (Si) Sulfur (S) Phosphorus (P)
Percentage 0.22% max 1.5% max 0.40% max 0.045% max 0.045% max

 

IS1852 Mechanical Properties

Steel Grade Yield Strength (min) Tensile Strength (min) Elongation
IS1852 350 MPa 490 MPa 22%

Important Features and Benefits

  1. High Strength and Durability: IS1852 channels are designed to offer superior strength and durability, making them suitable for applications that require robust structural support. These channels can withstand significant loads and environmental stresses, ensuring long-term stability and reliability.
  2. Standardized Dimensions: Manufactured according to the Indian Standard IS1852, these channels feature precise and consistent dimensions. This standardization ensures uniformity in construction and simplifies the design and fabrication process, allowing for easier integration into various projects.
  3. Excellent Weldability and Fabrication: IS1852 channels exhibit excellent weldability, making them easy to join with other steel components. Their good fabrication properties allow for seamless cutting, drilling, and shaping, which is essential for custom structural designs and complex assemblies.
  4. Cost-Effective Solution: IS1852 channels provide a cost-effective solution for many structural applications. Their durability and low maintenance requirements reduce overall project costs, making them an economical choice for both large-scale and small-scale projects.
  5. Compliance with Indian Standards: Compliance with IS1852 ensures that these channels meet stringent Indian standards for quality and performance. This compliance guarantees that the channels are suitable for use in projects that require adherence to national regulations and safety standards.
  6. Environmental Sustainability: Steel is one of the most recyclable materials, and IS1852 channels contribute to sustainable construction practices. Using recyclable materials helps minimize the environmental impact and supports green building initiatives.
  7. Customization and Flexibility: Ferrite Structural Steels Pvt Ltd offers customization of IS1852 channels to meet specific project requirements. This flexibility allows clients to order channels that fit precise dimensional and structural needs, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of construction and manufacturing processes.

Applications of IS1852 Channels

Industrial Applications

  • Machinery Support Structures: In industrial settings, IS1852 channels are used to construct support structures for heavy machinery and equipment, providing a stable and secure base.
  • Manufacturing Facilities: These channels are employed in the construction of frameworks for manufacturing plants and warehouses, where they support heavy loads and provide structural integrity.

Transportation Infrastructure

  • Railway Systems: IS1852 channels are used in the construction of railway infrastructure, including platforms, bridges, and support structures, ensuring durability and reliability.
  • Highways and Overpasses: These channels are also used in the construction of highways and overpasses, providing the necessary strength to withstand heavy traffic and environmental conditions.

Energy Sector

  • Power Plants: IS1852 channels are used in power plants to construct support structures for heavy equipment, piping, and electrical installations, ensuring safety and stability.
  • Renewable Energy Installations: They are also used in constructing frames and supports for solar panels and wind turbines, providing robust and reliable structures for renewable energy systems.

Agricultural Applications

  • Farm Buildings and Structures: IS1852 channels are used in constructing farm buildings, barns, and other agricultural structures, providing strong and durable frameworks that can withstand harsh environmental conditions.

Public Sector and Utility Services

  • Public Facilities: These channels are employed in the construction of public facilities such as schools, hospitals, and community centers, where structural integrity and safety are paramount.
  • Utility Installations: IS1852 channels are used to build support structures for utility installations, including water treatment plants, sewage systems, and electrical grids.
FAQs — IS 1852 Channel

IS 1852 Channel: Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers on sizes, thickness, weight, grades, MTC, pricing and ordering — so your enquiry is specification-ready before you send it.

01
What does IS 1852 mean for a channel order?
IS 1852 is referenced for general requirements relating to rolling and cutting tolerances for hot-rolled steel products. It does not by itself identify channel geometry or material strength. The order should also state the exact section standard and complete material grade.
02
Is IS 1852 a steel grade or strength class?
No. IS 1852 is not a material grade or yield-strength class. It addresses general rolling and cutting requirements within its scope. Material chemistry and mechanical properties must come from the approved grade specification, while channel geometry and mass require the dimensional standard.
03
How is IS 1852 different from IS 808 and IS 2062?
IS 1852 covers general rolling and cutting requirements; IS 808 defines dimensional and section data for hot-rolled structural sections; IS 2062 defines structural-steel material grades. A project may reference all three for different purposes, so each must be stated in the correct role.
04
Which channel sizes and weight variants are shown on the page?
The live page shows 70 x 35 mm to 200 x 75 mm in the published chart, with 4.2 kg/m to 22.3 kg/m, with STD/MED/LIGHT variants for selected sizes. These are catalogue values rather than stock or load confirmation. State the exact section or STD/MED/LIGHT variant, grade, dimensional standard, length and quantity, then verify the row against approved documents.
05
How should IS 1852 requirements be written in a purchase order?
Write IS 1852 as the applicable general rolling and cutting requirement, then separately state the IS 808 or other approved section designation and the complete material grade standard. Add length, quantity, tolerances, end condition, finish, MTC, inspection and drawing reference.
06
Can compliance with IS 1852 replace an MTC for the material grade?
No. IS 1852 compliance does not replace an MTC proving the material grade. Request heat traceability, full grade designation, chemistry, mechanical and impact results where required, together with the dimensional and tolerance inspection records applicable to the ordered channel.
07
What rolling and cutting details should be confirmed?
Confirm the applicable IS 1852 edition, ordered length, length tolerance, permissible cutting method, end condition, straightness, sectional tolerances, piece marking and measurement basis. Project-specific drawings or tighter tolerances should be written separately and reviewed before acceptance.
08
Can an IS 1852 channel be selected without approved section properties?
No. IS 1852 Channel cannot be selected from size, span, grade name or kg/m alone. Capacity depends on loads, combinations, orientation, unbraced length, buckling, deflection, restraints, connections, fire requirements and the governing design code. Final selection requires approved calculations and drawings.
09
What is the current commercial rate for IS 1852 Channel per kg?
Do not publish a fixed current IS 1852 Channel price per kg. The rate changes with grade, section mass, quantity, length, finish, market date and supply route. Send the exact designation, standards, total tonnage and delivery postcode for a dated quotation, then confirm GST, freight and fabrication inclusions.
10
Can IS 1852 Channel be purchased on a per-tonne basis?
A current IS 1852 Channel price per tonne can be quoted for a defined requirement. State section, grade and standards, length, pieces or tonnage, finish, MTC, inspection and destination. Compare offers on the same weight basis and verify tax, freight, cutting, packing and documentation terms.
11
What affects the delivered price of IS 1852 Channel?
The landed cost of IS 1852 Channel depends on grade, mass variant, availability, order mix, tonnage, length, cutting, drilling, coating, testing, inspection, packing and transport. Mixed or uncommon sections can price differently from one repetitive bulk size, so compare line items and inclusions.
12
What MOQ applies when buying IS 1852 Channel?
The live page states a minimum order quantity of 1 tonne. Confirm how MOQ applies when an enquiry mixes sizes, grades, STD/MED/LIGHT variants, special lengths, finishes or inspection. Provide the piece count and calculated tonnage for every line item.
13
Should buyers assume every IS 1852 Channel designation is in stock?
Do not assume every IS 1852 Channel section, grade, weight variant and length is ready stock. Availability should be confirmed against the exact specification, quantity and enquiry date. If timing matters, state the required date and ask whether the offer is based on stock, incoming material or reviewed supply.
14
Is an MTC available for a IS 1852 Channel order?
Request the MTC for IS 1852 Channel at the enquiry stage, stating certificate type, full grade, standard edition, heat traceability and project format. Check that it matches supplied markings, section and thickness. A generic certificate does not prove every dimensional, toughness or coating requirement.
15
Which documents should accompany IS 1852 Channel inspection?
Inspection for IS 1852 Channel should cover identification, dimensions, web and flange thickness, length, straightness, surface condition, quantity, marking and MTC traceability. For third-party inspection, specify the agency, stage, hold points, acceptance criteria and reports before ordering.
16
Can IS 1852 Channel be supplied to approved cutting and drilling drawings?
Cutting, drilling or fabrication of IS 1852 Channel can be reviewed against an approved drawing. Provide cut lengths, holes, notches, end plates, weld details, tolerances and piece marks. Connection design, welding procedures and structural modifications remain subject to engineer and fabricator approval.
17
Can a specified surface finish or coating be requested for IS 1852 Channel?
The live page lists painted, galvanised or standard mill finish for IS 1852 Channel. State the surface condition, paint or galvanising standard, preparation, coating inspection and fabrication sequence. Galvanised mild steel is corrosion-resistant rather than permanently rust-proof, and cut edges may require an approved repair system.
18
Which applications use IS 1852 Channel?
IS 1852 Channel are considered for structural and engineering fabrication where the project specification invokes IS 1852 requirements. Suitability depends on section properties, grade, exposure, orientation, span, restraints, loads, connections and fire requirements. Final use must follow approved calculations, drawings, BOQ and project standards.
19
Where can I buy IS 1852 Channel in Mumbai or nearby states?
Ferrite can review IS 1852 Channel requirements for Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, nearby states, India-wide supply and export enquiries. Availability and logistics depend on section and quantity. Provide the delivery postcode or destination port, Incoterm, unloading constraints and required date.
20
What should an India or export IS 1852 Channel enquiry include?
For a fast IS 1852 Channel quotation, send profile, exact section and mass variant, full grade, material and dimensional standards, length, pieces, tonnage, finish, make preference, MTC and inspection requirements. Add fabrication drawings, delivery postcode or port, Incoterm and required date.

Why Choose Ferrite’s IS1852 Channels?

Opting for IS1852 channels from Ferrite Structural Steels Pvt Ltd means selecting a premium quality product known for its reliability and exceptional performance. These channels are crafted from a structural steel grade that provides optimal strength and durability, ensuring your projects withstand the test of time and challenging conditions. IS1852 channels are renowned for their superior weldability and formability, making them ideal for a wide range of applications across construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects.

Ferrite Structural Steels is committed to providing not only top-quality products but also customizable solutions tailored to meet your specific requirements. Our expert team is equipped to offer guidance and support throughout your project, ensuring you get the most effective solutions. 

For more information on our IS1852 channels or to discuss your specific project needs, request a quote today. Our customer service team is ready to provide you with all the necessary details to make an informed decision and ensure your project’s success with Ferrite Structural Steels.

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