ASTM A606 Corrosion-Resistant Steel Sheet

ASTM A606 is a durable, corrosion-resistant structural steel sheet often referred to as weathering steel, commonly used in applications where improved atmospheric corrosion resistance is required.
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Features

  • Available in three types: Type II, Type IV (most common) and Type V.

  • Available as hot-rolled and cold-rolled, but Leeco® only supplies hot-rolled.
  • Has properties similar to COR-TEN® steel. Learn more.
  • Charpy test requirements may be requested.

  • May be certified to meet multiple standards on mill test reports, but guaranteed to be certified to meet A606 standards.

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Product Details

Grade Thickness Width Length
A606-II 3/16" – 3/4" 48" – 96" Up to 480"
A606-IV 3/16" – 3/4" 48" – 96" Up to 480"
A606-V 3/16" – 3/4" 48" – 96" Up to 480"
Grade Yield Point (ksi) Tensile Strength (ksi) Min. 2” Elongation %
A606- As-Rolled 50 70 22
A606- Annealed or Normalized 45 65 22
Carbon 0.22%
Manganese 1.25%
Sulfur 0.04%
Copper min 0.20%
In addition to carbon, manganese, sulfur and copper, Type IV may contain other alloying elements to further resist corrosion at the discretion of the manufacturer.
Carbon 0.09%
Manganese 0.70-0.95%
Phosphorus 0.025%
Sulfur 0.01%
Silicon 0.40%
Copper 0.65-0.98%
Vanadium 0.15%
Chromium 0.30%
Nickel 0.52-0.76%
Titanium 0.15%
Niobium 0.08%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about A606 steel sheet.
ASTM A606 and ASTM A588 are both weathering steel specifications designed for improved atmospheric corrosion resistance. The main difference is product form: A606 is a corrosion-resistant steel sheet, while A588 is a heavier structural steel plate used for applications such as bridges, buildings and outdoor structures.
ASTM A606 is available in Type II, Type IV and Type V. Type IV is the most common and may contain additional alloying elements beyond carbon, manganese, sulfur and copper to further improve corrosion resistance, depending on the manufacturer.
ASTM A606 is a weathering steel sheet specification, while COR-TEN® is a trademarked steel product with similar atmospheric corrosion-resistant properties. A606 is often compared to COR-TEN because both are designed to develop a protective rust-like patina when properly exposed to the atmosphere, helping improve durability in outdoor applications.