The Ultimate Guide to 0.5 PC Strand

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The Ultimate Guide to 0.5 PC Strand0.5 PC Strand.

In the world of construction and civil engineering, the use of prestressed concrete (PC) has become increasingly popular due to its high strength and durability. One of the key components of prestressed concrete is the PC strand, a high tensile steel wire used to reinforce the concrete and increase its load-bearing capacity. In this ultimate guide, we will take a closer look at the 0.5 PC strand, its properties, applications, and benefits.

Properties of 0.5 PC Strand:

0.5 PC strand is a prestressed concrete strand with a nominal diameter of 0.5 inches. It is made from high carbon steel wires that are tightly helically wound together to form a high-strength cable. The individual steel wires are coated with a layer of corrosion-resistant material to enhance the durability of the PC strand. The 0.5 PC strand typically has a tensile strength of 270 ksi, making it ideal for applications where high strength and stiffness are required.

Applications of 0.5 PC Strand:

0.5 PC strand is commonly used in a wide range of construction projects, including bridges, buildings, parking structures, and other infrastructure projects. It is often used in precast concrete elements such as beams, slabs, and columns to increase their load-bearing capacity and reduce the overall weight of the structure. 0.5 PC strand is also used in post-tensioned and prestressed concrete applications to provide additional strength and resistance to cracking.

Benefits of 0.5 PC Strand:

There are numerous benefits to using 0.5 PC strand in construction projects. Some of the key benefits include:

1. High Strength: 0.5 PC strand has a high tensile strength, making it ideal for applications where high strength and stiffness are required.

2. Durability: The corrosion-resistant coating on the steel wires of the 0.5 PC strand enhances its durability and longevity, making it suitable for long-term use in challenging environments.

3. Versatility: 0.5 PC strand can be used in a variety of applications, from precast concrete elements to post-tensioned structures, making it a versatile choice for different construction projects.

4. Cost-Effective: Despite its high strength and durability, 0.5 PC strand is a cost-effective solution for reinforcing concrete structures, as it helps reduce the overall weight of the structure and minimize the need for additional reinforcement.

5. Easy to Install: 0.5 PC strand is easy to handle and install, making it a convenient choice for construction crews and contractors.

In conclusion, 0.5 PC strand is a versatile and cost-effective solution for reinforcing concrete structures in a wide range of construction projects. Its high strength, durability, and ease of installation make it an ideal choice for applications where high-performance materials are required. Whether you are building a bridge, a building, or any other structure, consider using 0.5 PC strand to enhance the strength and durability of your project.

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We are one of the leading manufacturers of PC strand. Our PC Strand equipment and technical know-how is among the finest in the industry. Our PC Strand production process  has strict quality. And our PC strand has the advantages of higher fatigue, corrosion resistance and better performance at elevated temperature.

Common sizes: 9.3 mm. 9.6.12.7, 12.5, 12.9, 11.11, 11.3, 15.24 and 15.7 mm.

Raw Materials: High-carbon steel wire rods, SWRH 82B

Processing: Continuous drawing by means of big reduction of area, twist, stabilizing treatment

Features: High tensile strength, low relaxation, stable modulus of elasticity, stress-relieved, firm connection with concrete, low stress, stable construction, good combination with steel reinforced concrete; saving material, reducing distortion and construction weight, increasing the abrasion resistance, water resistance, stiffness.
We offer PC Strand which confirm to the technical standards such as GB/T , GB/T , ASTM A-416, BS , JIS G or the standards agreed by both of the customers and us.
PC strand can also be supplied in various forms for pre- or post-tensioning applications, with 7 wires

Inquiry please provide: Standard, Diameter, Mechanical property (especially tensile strength), coil weight, Packing dimension, Quantity.
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Application
Our PC strand is mainly used for the reinforcement of prestressed concrete structures, such as large-span railway and road bridges, major bridges, silos, buildings, dams, floor slabs, foundations, large concrete vessels, atomic reactor buildings, stadiums, airport hangers, pre-cast segments, crane beams, anchorages and multi-storey industrial buildings etc.
Our PC strand is also used for the construction of highways, poles and water towers in civil construction, and energy source sea transportation, house buildings, water control projects, and rock and earth anchoring components to increase the tensile force.

American association of materials and experimental standards ASTM A416:

 

Grade Norminal Diameter Tolerance Area of section

Theoretical

Weight per meter

Minimum

Breaking

Load

Minimum Load

At 1% extension

Elongation

Not less than

Relaxation Value

not more than

  mm mm Mm2 kg KN KN %

70%

initial Load

80%

Initial Load

250 9.53

 

 

±0.04

51.61 405 89.0 80.1

 

 

3.5

 

 

2.5

 

 

4.5

  11.11 69.68 548 120.1 108.1   12.7 92.90 730 160.1 144.1   15.24 139.35 240.2 216.2 270 9.53

 

+0.65

-0.15

54.84 432 102.3 92.1

 

3.5

 

2.5

 

4.5

  11.11 74.19 582 137.9 124.1   12.7 98.71 775 183.7 165.3   15.24 140 260.7 234.6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

British standard(BS):

Strand type Norminal Diameter Tolerance Area of section

Theoretical

Weight per meter

Tensile Strength

Specified characteristic

Breaking load

Specified

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Characteristics

0.1%yield intinal load

Load at 1% Elongation L0&#;500

Minimum Elongation

At Max Load

Relaxation Value h   mm mm Mm2 kg N/mm2 KN KN     %

 

 

 

Standard

7-wire

9.3 +0.3 52 408 92 78 81

 

 

 

3.5

 

 

 

1.0

 

 

 

2.5

 

 

 

4.5

-0.15 11 +0.3 71 557 125 106 110 -0.15 12.5 +0.4 93 730 164 139 144 -0.2 15.2 +0.4 139 232 197 204 -0.2

 

 

 

Super

7-wire

9.6 +0.3 55 432 102 87 90

 

 

 

3.5

 

 

 

1.0

 

 

 

2.0

 

 

 

2.0

-0.15 11.3 +0.3 75 590 139 118 122 -0.15 12.9 -0.15 100 785 186 158 163 +0.4 15.7 +0.4 150 265 225 233 -0.2

Die-Drawn

7-wire

12.7

+0.4

-0.2

112 890 209 178 184

 

3.5

 

1.0

 

2.0

 

2.0

15.2 165 300 255 264 18 223 380 323 334

 

Japanese standards JIS G:

Steel Grade Norminal Diameter Tolerance Area of section

Theoretical

Weight per meter

Breaking Load

Load at 0.2%

Permaneat

elongation

Minimum

Elongation

At Max load&#;

Relaxation Value

&#;

  mm mm Mm2 kg &#;KN &#;KN % % SWPR7A 9.3

+0.4

-0.2

51.61 405 88.8 75.5

 

 

 

3.5

 

 

 

3.0

  10.8 69.68 546 120 102   12.4 92.90 729 160 136   15.2 138.70 240 204 WEPR7B 9.5

+0.4

-0.2

58.84 432 102 86.8   11.1 74.19 580 138 118   12.7 98.71 774 183 156   15.2 138.70 261 222

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