Stainless Channels

Stainless Steel Channels Supplier

Stainless Shapes, supplier of Stainless Steel channel. With one of the largest stocked selections available, we can provide premium grade 304 and 316 stainless steel channels tailored to your project needs. Custom lengths and sizes are available. Contact us today for competitive pricing and fast delivery.

How are stainless Steel Channels Made

Channels are made using a vertical web with top and bottom flanges at a 90-degree angle to the web and inside radius corners to increase the channel’s strength. The channel can be hot-rolled, extruded, or laser-fused.

Hot Rolled Stainless Steel Channels Standards

Stainless steel channel dimensions that need consideration are the same dimensions that apply to each of our products. To summarize, there is height, width, thickness, and length. Whereas, these all need to fit certain measurements. In contrast, the height and width are key factors in deciding what kind of channel you need for your application. Hot rolled stainless steel channel meets the
following standards: A276 ASTM, A484 ASTM, A479 ASTM. ASME SA479.

Laser fused stainless steel channel is produced to: ASTM A1069/A1069M/11
Dimensional tolerances, and grades according to A276 ASTM, ASTMA484, ASTM A479/A479

The Two Types of Stainless Channel

There are two kinds of channel to choose from, U-Channel and C-Channel. Though there are no specific terms, generally the parts of stainless-steel channel are called Height, Flange, and Thickness. A long body with short legs is a ‘c’ channel, while a short body with long legs is called a ‘u’ channel.

C-Channel:

C-channel tends to have shorter legs and thinner bodies overall. This way it can resemble the ‘c’ shape that it is named after. C channel steel is available in 304L and 316L.Stainless C
channel can withstand corrosive environments and is best used around chemicals, acids, and salt
water. We offer laser fused non-tapered or hot rolled C channels, tapered.

U-Channel

The U channel is like a square. The best way to produce it is to make all the portions symmetrical. The U-channel is extremely durable and very reliable. Material available in 304 and 316. U channel is offered in laser fused non-tapered with smooth bead blast finish. Stainless Shapes offers custom made to order U channels up to 40’ long. Contact Stainless Shapes today for more information!

Top Benefits of Stainless Steel Channels

Stainless steel channels offer superior strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term performance in a wide range of applications. Whether used in construction, manufacturing, marine, or industrial settings, stainless steel channels provide lasting value and versatility. Below are the key benefits:

Exceptional Corrosion Resistance

Stainless steel channels are highly resistant to rust, oxidation, and chemical corrosion, making them ideal for any environment

High Strength and Durability

With excellent structural integrity, stainless steel channels can withstand heavy loads and extreme temperatures. This makes them perfect for applications requiring high strength and minimal maintenance.

Long-Term Cost Savings

While the initial cost may be higher than mild steel, the durability and low maintenance of stainless steel channels reduce long-term expenses on repairs, replacements, and coatings.

Hygienic and Easy to Clean

Stainless steel’s smooth, non-porous surface is easy to clean and disinfect, which is essential for use in food processing, pharmaceutical, and medical industries.

Environmentally Friendly

Stainless steel is 100% recyclable. Choosing stainless steel channels supports sustainable building practices and helps reduce your carbon footprint

Stainless Shapes Mission

When it comes to our stainless-steel channel, our mission has always been to supply the top materials. Quality paired with the most honest service in the stainless steel industry. Being family owned for over a decade and having over 25 years of experience only proves the point more that we are the best choice in the industry.

Copy of Stainless Steel Channel Sizes

Products	Production	H	B	TW	TF	EST-WT	Alloys	Request for Quote
C3 X 4.1	Hot Rolled	3	1.41	0.17	0.273	4.1	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C3 X 5	Laser Fused	3	1.5	0.258	0.273	5	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C3 X 6	Laser Fused	3	1.6	0.356	0.273	6	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C4 X 5.4	Hot Rolled	4	1.58	0.184	0.296	5.4	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C4 X 6.25	Hot Rolled	4	1.65	0.247	0.272	6.25	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C5 X 6.7	Hot Rolled	5	1.75	0.19	0.32	6.7	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C5 X 9	Hot Rolled	5	1.89	0.325	0.32	9	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C6 X 8.2	Hot Rolled	6	1.92	0.2	0.343	8.2	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C6 X 10.5	Hot Rolled	6	2.03	0.214	0.343	10.5	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C6 X 13	Hot Rolled	6	2.16	0.437	0.343	13	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C7 X 9.8	Laser Fused	7	2.09	0.21	0.366	9.8	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C7 X 12.5	Laser Fused	7	2.19	0.314	0.366	12.25	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C7 X 14.75	Laser Fused	7	2.3	0.419	0.366	14.75	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C8 X 11.5	Laser Fused	8	2.26	0.22	0.39	11.5	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C8 X 13.75	Laser Fused	8	2.34	0.303	0.39	13.75	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C8 X 18.75	Laser Fused	8	2.53	0.487	0.39	18.75	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C9 X 13.4	Laser Fused	9	2.43	0.233	0.413	13.4	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C9 X 15	Laser Fused	9	2.49	0.285	0.413	15	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C9 X 20	Laser Fused	9	2.65	0.448	0.413	15	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C10 X 25	Laser Fused	10	2.89	0.526	0.436	25	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C10 X 30	Laser Fused	10	3.03	0.673	0.436	30	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C12 X 20.7	Laser Fused	12	2.94	0.282	0.501	20.7	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C12 X 25	Laser Fused	12	3.05	0.387	0.501	25	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C12 X 30	Laser Fused	12	3.17	0.51	0.501	30	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C15 X 33.9	Laser Fused	15	3.4	0.4	0.65	33.9	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C15 X 40	Laser Fused	15	3.52	0.52	0.65	40	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote
C15 X 50	Laser Fused	15	3.72	0.716	0.65	50	•304-304/L •316-316/L	Request for Quote

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