Strengthen Your Framework with Premier Steel Strand Solutions

Strands

Metal Exponents Inc. delivers high-performance steel solutions essential to the Philippines’ advancing infrastructure, construction, and industrial landscapes.

A vital component of its structural inventory, steel strand provides a high-strength reinforcement medium engineered specifically for prestressed concrete systems. This material offers superior tensile capacity and long-term durability, ensuring maximum structural reliability for the most demanding load-bearing applications across the archipelago.

Strands

About Steel Strands

Steel strand is a high-strength steel cable composed of multiple cold-drawn steel wires helically wound together to form a durable tensioning component. Primarily designed for prestressed and post-tensioned concrete applications, steel strand enhances structural load capacity, minimizes cracking, and improves concrete performance under continuous mechanical stress.

Manufactured from high-carbon steel wire rods such as SWRH82B, steel strands undergo advanced drawing, stranding, and stabilization processes to achieve superior tensile strength, low relaxation, controlled elasticity, and reliable bonding with concrete systems.

Available in multiple diameters and strength classifications, steel strands are produced to meet stringent international standards for structural safety, precision, and long-term performance.

Category Details
Product Type Prestressed concrete steel strand
Material Base High-carbon steel wire rod (e.g., SWRH82B)
Manufacturing Process Continuous wire drawing, stranding, stabilization treatment
Common Sizes 12.7 mm, 15.2 mm, 15.7 mm
Tensile Strength 1770 MPa – 1860 MPa
Tensility ≥ 3.5%
Relaxation Rate ≤ 2.5% per 1,000 hours
Key Performance Features High tensile strength, low relaxation, steady elasticity, strong concrete adhesion
Structural Function Prestressing and reinforcement
Compliance Standards ASTM A416, BS 5896, GB/T 5224, EN 10138, JIS G3536

Types of Steel Strands

Category Wire Configuration Key Characteristics Size Range Tensile Strength
1×7 1 core + 6 wires High rigidity, low elongation, stable load transfer 12.7–15.7 mm Up to 1860 MPa
1×19 1 core + 18 wires Better load distribution, controlled elongation 12.7–15.7 mm 1770–1860 MPa
7×7 7 strands × 7 wires Balanced strength and flexibility 12.7–15.7 mm 1770–1860 MPa
7×19 7 strands × 19 wires High flexibility, improved fatigue resistance 12.7–15.7 mm 1770–1860 MPa

Common Applications

Steel strands are essential for high-performance structural systems requiring enhanced tensile reinforcement and long-term durability.

  • Prestressed Concrete Bridges – Reinforce bridge components by improving load-bearing capacity, structural stability, and resistance to cracking under continuous traffic and environmental stress.
  • Highway Infrastructure Projects – Supports large-scale road systems, overpasses, and transport structures requiring dependable reinforcement for heavy-duty performance.
  • Water Control and Dam Systems – Strengthens concrete structures exposed to high pressure and environmental forces, enhancing safety and long-term resilience.
  • Post-Tensioned Slabs and Beams – Provides internal tensioning for concrete slabs and beams, allowing for greater span capability, reduced cracking, and improved structural efficiency.
  • Anchoring and Lifting Tension Systems – Used in engineered anchorage systems where controlled tensile force is required for structural support, stabilization, or lifting operations.

Elevate Structural Integrity with High-Performance Steel Strand

For projects where structural precision, tensile capacity, and enduring durability are paramount, Metal Exponents Inc. delivers steel strand solutions engineered to surpass rigorous international benchmarks.

Secure your infrastructure with premier prestressing materials designed for maximum resilience and efficiency. Reach out to Metal Exponents Inc. today to discuss technical specifications, inventory availability, or tailored steel strand solutions for your next development.

Strands