Mild Steel Fabrication

Mild steel fabrication creates products for use in applications such as signage, automobiles, machines, bridges, and fencing. While steel is an alloy of iron and carbon, mild steel contains a low amount of carbon, typically between .05 and .25 percent.  

Low-carbon steel is more ductile, machinable, and weldable than steel with a higher carbon content. It also has a higher tensile strength, meaning it can withstand higher levels of stress from being stretched or pulled without bending or breaking. 

Mild steel sheet metal requires processing to give it a protective surface that makes it corrosion-resistant. Without adding the protective layer, the high iron content in mild steel panels will react to oxygen to produce rust. Treatment makes the material suitable for use in poles and pipes exposed to outdoor elements. Mild steel pipes are easy to weld into place, and they can flex without cracking and breaking from the pressure. 

The high iron content also makes the metal magnetic. Low-carbon steel’s magnetism makes it well-suited for electrical and electromechanical devices, including electric motors, generators, and memory storage devices, such as hard drives. 

Ductility is the ability of a material to undergo deformation without cracking and breaking. Mild steel has a low carbon content, making it more ductile than many other steel types, such as stainless steel. This means that you can deform mild steel sheet metal through bending or stretching to the point that it will not go back to its original shape, and it won’t crack or break. 

Architectural System Fabricators can cut, bend, twist, and punch mild steel sheet metal to create the product dimensions and shapes you need for your project. This makes the material a cost-effective manufacturing option. 

Choose Architectural System Fabricators for high-quality mild steel fabrication. We apply our industrial expertise and top-of-the-line equipment to meet our commitment to customer satisfaction. Get a quote from us today. 

Low-carbon steel is easily weldable and used in a range of applications, such as signage, automobile parts, fencing, and machinery manufacturing. And compared to other steel types, mild steel is affordable. If you have any questions about our offerings, contact us today.