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THE PAG-ASA REBAR
P R O D U C T G U I D E
Rebar Grades
Specifications and Grading
Weldability of a Rebar
Rebar Sizes
The Nominal Size of a Rebar
The Proper Way of Measuring a Plain Round Bar
The Proper Way of Measuring a Rebar
Rebar Tolerances
Weight Tolerance
Length Tolerance
Rebar Specifications
Mechanical Property Specifications
Surface Deformations Specifications
Table of Standard Weights
Re bar Gr ade s [Top]
Our products are made in accordance with Philippine National Standards for Steel Bars for
Concrete Reinforcement, under PNS-49:2002.
Spe cif ica t ions a nd Gr a di ng [Top]
The three grades under this specification namely, Grades PNS 230, 275, and 415 trace their
roots to ASTM specifications. And the terms Structural, Intermediate, and High-tensile
originated from earlier versions of ASTM-A615 but remained unchanged in deference to custom
and familiarity among users. The table below provides a handy reference as to the common
understanding in the market regarding these grades.
ASTM vs PNS Codes Popular Nomenclature Typical Application
Grade 33 / PNS 230 Structural Grade Low-rise Buildings and Low Loading Conditions
Grade 40 / PNS 275 Intermediate Grade Medium-rise Structures / Infrastructure Work
Grade 60 / PNS 415 High-Tensile Grade Medium & High-rise Structures / Infrastructure
The three grades are distinguished by the different color markings painted at the ends of each
bar, as shown in the following table:
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We ldabil it y of a R e ba r [Top]
It must be noted that, in the current PNS 49, rebars are further categorized into weldable and
non-weldable grades. The difference between the two categories is primarily rooted in their
different chemical compositions and carbon equivalents (CEQ). Despite the different
nomenclatures and their connotations, both Weldable and Non-weldable grades can actually
be welded. However, the relatively lower carbon content and CEQ of the so-called weldable
grade does make it easier to weld without having to worry about pre-heating and post-heating
requirements and procedures, that is a concern highlighted especially in temperate situations.
Re bar Si z e s [Top]
The standard sizes that the Company manufactures and sells are as follows: 10mm, 12mm,
16mm, 20mm, 25mm, 28mm, 32mm, and 36mm. For special orders, it can also make 40mm
and 50mm bars.
T he Nomi na l Siz e of a Re ba r [Top]
For both the plain round bar and the rebar, the word size and nominal diameter are used
interchangeably.
For a rebar, alternatively known as a deformed steel bar, its size specifically refers to the size
of a plain round bar having the same weight per meter as the rebar.
A specific size of plain round bar refers to its nominal diameter. This size also refers to the
diameter of a circular plain round bar having a certain unit mass or weight per meter.
A plain round bar and a rebar of the same size will have the same unit mass or weight per
meter of bar.
T he Pr ope r Wa y of Me a sur ing a Pla in R ound Ba r [Top]
For a plain round bar, determining its 'size' involves simply taking a direct physical
measurement of its diameter since its circular cross section should remain quite uniform
throughout its length. A plain round bar is considered to be dimensionally acceptable if its
diameter, as measured, falls within the dimensional tolerances allowed by the Standard.
T he Pr ope r Wa y of Me a sur ing a Re ba r [Top]
A rebar however is not measured in the same way as a plain round bar. Because of its
non-uniform cross section, a rebar must comply with the allowable Variation in Mass (VIM) in
lieu of measurement of its diameter. Checking for this VIM involves taking and weighing one
meter of rebar and comparing the findings against the standard value.
We ight T ole r ance [Top]
Because variation in cross sectional area occurs during hot rolling, a corresponding variation in
linear weight is to be expected. For this reason, PNS-49 provides for an allowable variation in
mass (VIM) of 6%, measured using one meter of rebar.
Le ngt h T ole r a nce [Top]
The cut length of a rebar varies as well because of shrinkage as it cools down. The standard
however limits this shrinkage, and the minimum lengths of the finished rebar are shown below.
Std. Length (m) Min. Acceptable Length (m)
6.0 5.960
7.5 7.453
9.0 8.935
10.5 10.440
12.0 11.940
Our rebar comes in these commercial lengths: 6.0, 7.5, 9.0, 10.5, and 12.0 meters. Special
lengths of 13.5 and 15.0 meters are subject to special orders and negotiations.
Me cha nica l Pr ope r t y Spe ci f ica t i ons [Top]
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MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Class Grade
Yield
Strength,
MPa min.
Tensile
Strength,
MPa min.
Specimen
Elongation
in 200mm,
% min.
Bending
Angle
Diameter of
Pin (d =
nominal
diameter of
specimen)
Hot-Rolled
Non-Weldable
Deformed Steel
Bar
230 230 390
D<25mm
D25mm
18
16
180
3d
4d
275 275 480
D<25mm
D25mm
10
8
180
4d
5d
415 415 620
D<25mm
D25mm
8
7
180
5d
6d
Hot-Rolled
Weldable
Deformed Bar
230 230 390
D<25mm
D25mm
20
18
180
3d
4d
275 275 480
D<25mm
D25mm
16
14
180
4d
5d
415 415* 550**
D<25mm
D25mm
14
12
180
5d
6d
* Maximum yield strength of Weldable steel bars shall not exceed 540 MPa
** Tensile strength shall not be less than 1.25 times the actual yield strength
Sur f a ce De f or ma t i ons Spe cif i cat ions [Top]
DEFORMATION REQUIREMENTS
Nominal
Diameter
Max. Average Spacing
of Lugs
Height Tolerance of
Lugs
Max. Summation of Gaps
(mm)
Minimum Maximum
10 7.0 0.4 0.8 7.8
12 8.4 0.5 1.0 9.4
16 11.2 0.7 1.4 12.6
20 14.0 1.0 2.0 15.7
25 17.5 1.2 2.4 19.6
28 19.6 1.4 2.8 22.0
32 22.4 1.6 3.2 25.1
36 25.2 1.8 3.6 27.5
T a bl e of St andar d We ight s [Top]
STANDARD WEIGHT OF DEFORMED ROUND STEEL BARS
Bar Diameter
mm
Unit Weight
Kg/m
Bar Commercial Length
6.0 m 7.5 m 9.0 m 10.5 m 12.0 m
10 0.616 3.696 4.620 5.544 6.468 7.392
12 0.888 5.328 6.660 7.992 9.324 10.656
16 1.578 9.468 11.835 14.202 16.569 18.936
20 2.466 14.796 18.495 22.194 25.893 29.592
25 3.853 23.118 28.898 34.677 40.457 46.236
28 4.834 29.004 36.255 43.506 50.757 58.008
32 6.313 37.878 47.348 56.817 66.287 75.756
36 7.990 47.940 59.925 71.910 83.895 95.880
PAG-ASA STEEL WORKS, INC.
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