PFC Steel
Product Specification
| KG/M | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 100x50x10kg, 125x65x15kg, 150x75x18kg, 150x90x24kg, 180x75x20kg, 180x90x26kg, 200x75x23kg, 200x90x30kg, 230x75x26kg, 230x90x32kg, 260x75x28kg, 260x90x35kg, 300x100x46kg, 300x90x41kg, 380x100x54kg, 430x100x64kg |
| Depth of section (mm) | 152 |
| Width of Section (mm) | 152.2 |
| Thickness of web (mm) | 2 |
| Thickness of flange (mm) | 3 |
| Depth between flanges (mm) | 3 |
Product Description
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Estimated delivery: July 31, 2026 – August 4, 2026
PFC steel is used in building, repair, fabrication and structural steelwork where a strong channel-shaped steel section is needed. At South Steel, we supply PFC steel online for homeowners, self-builders, contractors and trade buyers looking for a simple way to source steel sections.
PFC stands for parallel flange channel. These sections may also be called PFC beams, channel beams or steel channels, depending on the drawing, steel schedule or project specification. Their open channel profile makes them useful for edge support, lintels, strengthening work, platforms, bracing and steel frame details.
PFC Steel for Structural Steel Projects
PFC steel is suitable for projects where a channel-shaped section is needed for support, framing or reinforcement. It may be used for floor edges, lintels, support frames, platform edges, repair work, workshop projects and other jobs where the open profile of a steel channel is useful.
Customers can select the PFC size they need online, or use drawings, a steel schedule or a project specification to request support before ordering.
Where PFC steel is being used structurally, the required size and specification should come from the engineer’s drawings, calculations or steel schedule.
Buy PFC Beam Sections Online
South Steel stocks PFC beam sections for practical steel orders where a strong channel profile is needed for building, repair or fabrication work.
This makes South Steel a practical metal steel supplier for smaller building projects, site requirements and trade use. You can also browse the wider structural steel supplier range for related sections and materials.
For product questions, drawing support or quote queries, contact South Steel.
FAQs
What Is PFC Steel Used For?
PFC steel is commonly used for edge beams, lintels, support frames, bracing, platforms, repairs, strengthening work and fabrication projects. Its channel-shaped profile makes it useful where steel needs to provide support along an edge or form part of a framed structure.
What Does PFC Steel Mean?
PFC stands for parallel flange channel. It describes a steel channel section with parallel flanges, commonly used in structural steelwork, construction and fabrication projects.
Is a PFC Beam the Same as a Steel Channel?
A PFC beam is a type of steel channel. Customers may refer to the same product as PFC steel, a PFC beam, a channel beam or a steel channel, depending on the drawings, project terminology or specification they are working from.
Can I Order PFC Steel Online?
Yes. South Steel supplies PFC steel online, allowing customers to browse available sizes and place an order through the website. This gives customers a clear route to source PFC beam sections for building, repair or fabrication work.
How Do I Know Which PFC Beam Size I Need?
The correct PFC beam size depends on how the steel will be used. For non-structural fabrication or repair work, you may already have the channel size from a drawing, previous order or steel schedule. For structural or load-bearing work, the size should come from your engineer’s calculations, drawings or steel schedule.