In the heart of Kinshasa, Yoane Steel stands as a trusted partner for industry, dedicated to fueling the growth of Congo with reliable materials. We take pride in supplying high-grade J356 Tubing, a product that meets the demanding needs of various sectors. Our commitment is to provide not just a product, but a foundation for strong and enduring projects, ensuring that every length of tubing we deliver supports the ambitious spirit of our nation’s development and infrastructure.
This particular J356 Tubing is an aluminum casting alloy known for its excellent combination of strength and fluidity. It contains silicon and magnesium, which give it great casting characteristics and good corrosion resistance. After a heat treatment, it achieves impressive mechanical properties, offering a solid balance of tensile strength and elongation. This makes it a dependable choice where you need a material that can be easily cast into complex shapes while still holding up under pressure.
| Grade: | ASME/ASTM SA179, SA192, SA210, SA178, SA214, API 5L |
|---|---|
| Size: | 1/8” NB TO 24” NB Sch 40/80/160/XXS |
| Form | Round, Square, Rectangular, Coil, U Tube, |
| Length | Single Random, Double Random & Required Length |
| End | Plain End, Bevelled End |
| Type | Seamless / ERW / Welded |
| Certification For Carbon | Mill Test Certificate as per EN 10204 / 3.2B |
| General Requirements | ASTM A 530/A 530M |
| Dimensional Tolerances | ANSI B 36.10 |
| OD Range | 1.250″ – 6.000″ (30-150mm) |
| Wall Range | 0.095″ – 1.000″ (.2.5-25mm) |
| CHEMICAL REQUIREMENTS | ||
| Element | Cast or Heat Analysis: Weight % | |
| J356 | J356 Type-A | |
| Carbon | 0.06 Min/0.18 Max | 0.02 Min/0.18 Max |
| Manganese | 0.30 Min/0.60 Max | 0.10 Min/0.60 Max |
| Phosphorus | 0.04 Max | 0.04 Max |
| Sulfur | 0.06 Max | 0.05 Max |
| MECHANICAL PROPERTIES | |
| Properties | Values |
| Yield Strength (Min) | 25,000 PSI |
| Tensile Strength (Min.) | 45,000 PSI |
| Elongation in 2” (Min) | 35% a |
| Hardness (Rockwell B)(Max) | 65 b |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| TUBING WALL THICKNESS TOLERANCES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal Wall Thickness (Inches) |
Nominal Tube OD Through 1” (+/- Inches) |
Nominal Tube OD Over 1” Through 2” (+/- Inches) |
Nominal Tube OD Over 2” Through 4” (+/- Inches) |
| .028 (22 Ga) | .002/.003 | .003/.003 | .003/.003 |
| .035 (20 Ga) | .002/.004 | .002/.004 | .002/.004 |
| .042 (19 Ga) | .002/.004 | .002/.004 | .002/.005 |
| .049 (18 Ga) | .004/.005 | .003/.005 | .004/.008 |
| .058 (17 Ga) | .006/.006 | .004/.008 | .004/.008 |
| .065 (16 Ga) | .006/.006 | .004/.008 | .004/.008 |
| .072 (15 Ga) | .006/.010 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 |
| .083 (14 Ga) | .006/.010 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 |
| .095 (13 Ga) | .006/.010 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 |
| .100 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 |
| .109 (12 Ga) | .006/.010 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 |
| .118 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 |
| .120 (11 Ga) | .006/.010 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 |
| .134 (10 Ga) | .006/.010 | .006/.010 | .006/.010 |
| .148 (9 Ga) | — | .007/.001 | .007/.011 |
| .156 (5/32) | — | .007/.011 | .007/.011 |
| .165 (8 Ga) | — | .007/.011 | .007/.011 |
| .180 (7 Ga) | — | .007/.011 | .007/.011 |
| .197 | — | .008/0.12 | .008/0.12 |
| .203 (6 Ga) | — | .008/0.12 | .008/0.12 |
| .219 (7/32) | — | .008/.012 | .008/.012 |
| .236 | — | .014/.018 | .014/.018 |
| .238 (4 Ga) | — | .014/.018 | .014/.018 |
| .259 (3 Ga) | — | .014/.020 | .014/.020 |
You’ll find this versatile tubing hard at work in a number of key areas. It’s commonly used for hydraulic cylinders and pneumatic systems, where its strength and durability are essential. The automotive industry relies on it for various components, and it’s also a great fit for general mechanical engineering applications, especially those requiring lightweight yet robust parts. Essentially, wherever there’s a need for a reliable, cast aluminum component that performs consistently, J356 Tubing from Yoane Steel is an excellent solution.
Yoane Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Kinshasa, Congo.
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