Hot-rolled steel is formed at high temperatures exceeding 1,700°F, allowing it to be shaped easily. This process creates a rough, scaled surface with rounded edges and less precise dimensions compared to cold-rolled steel. While not as refined in appearance, hot-rolled steel is strong, durable, and cost-effective, making it ideal for structural applications where precision is less critical.

Hot-rolled steel is created by heating steel above its recrystallization temperature (1,700°F+), making it malleable and easier to shape. It is then passed through rollers to achieve the desired thickness and form.

The high-temperature rolling process results in a rough, scaled surface, which can be refined through pickling, grinding, or sandblasting for a smoother finish.

Hot-rolled steel cools unevenly, leading to less precise tolerances compared to cold-rolled steel.

• Structural components (I-beams, channels, angles)
• Sheet metal and plates
• Railroad tracks
• Agricultural equipment
• Car and truck frames

✔ Cost-Effective – More affordable than cold-rolled steel
✔ Easy to Fabricate – Easily shaped and formed at high temperatures
✔ High Strength & Durability – Ideal for structural applications

✖ Rough Surface – May require additional finishing
✖ Less Precision – Not ideal for applications requiring tight tolerances