Ductility and strength are related properties in TMT steel products. TMT (Thermo-Mechanically Treated) steel bars, angles and channels are made by heating the steel to a high temperature, and then quenching it in water or oil. This process improves the mechanical properties of the steel, such as strength and ductility.
Strength refers to the ability of the steel to withstand loads and stress without breaking or deforming. TMT steel bars have high tensile strength, which makes them suitable for use in reinforced concrete structures that need to withstand heavy loads and stress.
Ductility refers to the ability of the steel to bend and flex without breaking. TMT steel bars have good ductility, which makes them suitable for use in areas that are prone to earthquakes or other natural disasters, as they can withstand the lateral forces and movements caused by an earthquake without breaking or collapsing.
In general, ductility and strength are interlinked, as a material that is strong but not ductile is brittle, and can break easily under stress, while a material that is ductile but not strong may not be able to bear the loads it is designed for, and would deform under stress. TMT steel products are designed to have a balance of both strength and ductility, which makes them suitable for use in a wide range of construction projects.
