60mm x 60mm x 6mm Angle Iron Mild Steel Angles Section

Steel Angles

Our top-quality mild steel angles are cut, packed and shipped by our terrific team in Warrington, UK within 24 hours. We pride ourselves on our speed for orders of all sizes.

Speciality Metals boast an enormous range of mild steel angle. If you require stainless steel or aluminium we’ve got you covered. We truly are an industry leader among suppliers of many metal products. With our in-house capabilities, we can provide virtually anything you need for your project.

Speciality Metals, a UK-based supplier of steel angles, offers a high-quality 60mm x 60mm x 6mm Angle Iron Mild Steel Angles Section that meets all your needs. Aside from being durable and versatile, this steel section is recyclable and malleable as well. Due to its excellent welding, bending, forming, and machining capabilities, it is ideal for a wide range of applications. Steel angle sections are cost-effective and suitable for construction, manufacturing, and DIY projects. Trust Speciality Metals to deliver the steel section you need, when you need it.

We  the exact suppliers for you because:

• Specialists in rapid small volume orders
• FREE UK delivery on all orders
• Orders dispatch within 24 hours of order
• Located in Warrington, UK 
• Our experienced staff are experts in the mesh market and care personally about your customer experience

Check out our blog discussing mild steel angle. This gives you a beginners guide to the product which should answer any question that you may have.

In addition to being a very useful fence post, our mild steel angle iron bar is also suitable for the construction of fences or trailers. As a result, it offers a solid and reliable structure as well as a high degree of recycling, making it a very environmentally friendly choice. We offer this section bar in a variety of sizes and thicknesses.

Key product details:

• Angular Iron Dimensions – 60 x 60mm
• Thickness – 6mm
• Metal – Mild Steel DC01
• Finish – Hot Rolled

We also carry a wide range of mild steel sheet metal and flat bar.

Are Mild Steel Angle Bars Recyclable?

Yes, mild steel angle bars are recyclable. Mild steel, like other types of steel, is a recyclable material. Recycling steel saves energy and natural resources compared to producing steel from raw materials. The recycling process involves collecting and sorting scrap steel, melting it in a furnace and then refining and casting it into new steel products, including angle bars. This process can be repeated multiple times without degrading the material’s properties. Recycling mild steel angle bars and other steel products is a common practice in the steel industry, and it is encouraged as it reduces waste, decreases the demand for new raw materials and reduces the environmental impact of steel production.

How are Mild Steel Angle Bars Manufactured?

Mild steel angle bars are manufactured through a series of processes:

1. Raw Material Preparation: The raw material for mild steel angle bars is usually recycled steel scrap or billets, which are heated in a furnace until they are molten.

2. Primary Rolling: The molten steel is then passed through a series of rollers in a rolling mill, which shape the steel into a flat strip. The thickness of the strip is gradually reduced as it passes through successive rollers.

3. Secondary Rolling: The flat strip is then passed through another set of rollers that shape it into the desired angle bar shape. This involves bending the strip at a right angle along its length to form the two sides of the angle bar. The shape and size of the angle bar can be adjusted by changing the shape and spacing of the rollers.

4. Cutting: After the steel has been shaped into an angle bar, it is cut into the desired lengths using a saw or shear.

5. Cooling and Straightening: The cut angle bars are then cooled, usually in air or water and then straightened if necessary.

6. Finishing: The angle bars may undergo finishing processes, such as galvanising or painting, to enhance their appearance or improve their resistance to corrosion.

7. Quality Control: The final angle bars are inspected for quality and checked for compliance with specifications. This may involve testing their mechanical properties, such as tensile strength and hardness and checking their dimensions and surface finish.

8. Packaging and Shipping: The finished angle bars are bundled together and packaged for shipping to customers or distribution centers.

Can Mild Steel Angle Bars be Used Outdoors?

Yes, mild steel angle bars can be used outdoors, but there are some important considerations to keep in mind. Mild steel has a higher tendency to corrode when exposed to the elements, especially in humid or salty environments. This is because mild steel, unlike stainless steel, does not have a high chromium content to form a protective oxide layer on its surface. Therefore, if mild steel angle bars are used outdoors, it is advisable to apply a protective coating, such as paint or a galvanised coating, to prevent rust and corrosion. A galvanised coating, which is a layer of zinc applied to the steel surface, provides excellent protection against corrosion and is commonly used for outdoor applications. Regular maintenance and inspection are also necessary to ensure the protective coating remains intact and the steel does not corrode. Properly treated and maintained mild steel angle bars can be used successfully in outdoor applications, such as in construction, fencing and outdoor structures.

Can Mild Steel Angle Bars be Used for Load-Bearing Applications?

Yes, mild steel angle bars can be used for load-bearing applications. Mild steel has good strength and ductility, which makes it suitable for use in various structural and load-bearing applications. Angle bars, in particular, are commonly used in construction and engineering for making frames, brackets and other structural components because of their strength and rigidity. However, it is essential to consider the load that the angle bar will be subjected to and select the appropriate size and thickness of the angle bar accordingly. The load-bearing capacity of an angle bar depends on its size, thickness and the type of load applied (e.g., tensile, compressive or torsional). It is also crucial to consider other factors such as the length of the span, the type of connections used, and the environmental conditions (e.g., corrosion) that may affect the performance of the angle bar. Properly designed and installed mild steel angle bars can provide robust and durable solutions for various load-bearing applications.