U channels: UPN, UPE and UAC
"Fer U" covers the U-shaped sections: UPN, with tapered flanges, UPE, with parallel flanges, and UAC, a lighter cold-formed U. COMARFER stocks them in Aïn Harrouda: UPN and UPE from 80 to 300 mm in 6 and 12 m bars, UAC from 30 × 15 to 70 × 40 mm in 6 m bars. They are used for steel frames, chassis, stairs, gates and stiffeners. Free quote within one hour, free delivery within 24 to 48 h in the Casablanca region.
Specifications
- UPN (tapered flanges): from UPN 80 to UPN 300
- UPE (parallel flanges): from UPE 80 to UPE 300
- UAC (cold-formed U): 30 × 15, 40 × 20, 50 × 25, 60 × 30 and 70 × 40 mm
- Lengths: 6 m and 12 m for UPN and UPE, 6 m for UAC
How is the price of U channels calculated?
UPN and UPE are sold per kilo: price of a bar = weight per metre × length × the day's price per kg. Example: a UPN 160 weighs 18.8 kg/m, i.e. 112.8 kg per 6 m bar and 225.6 kg per 12 m bar. UAC is priced per bar or per kilo. Send your list: quote within one hour.
UPN, UPE or UAC: what is the difference?
UPN is the classic hot-rolled U: its flanges get thinner towards the edges. UPE has parallel flanges, easier to connect and bolt, and weighs a little less at the same depth (UPE 100: 9.82 kg/m against 10.6 kg/m for UPN 100). UAC is cold-formed from sheet: lighter, it suits metal joinery, gates, frames and small structures.
UPN weight
| Section | Weight (kg/m) | 6 m bar (kg) | 12 m bar (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPN 80 | 8.64 | 51.8 | 103.7 |
| UPN 100 | 10.6 | 63.6 | 127.2 |
| UPN 120 | 13.4 | 80.4 | 160.8 |
| UPN 140 | 16.0 | 96.0 | 192.0 |
| UPN 160 | 18.8 | 112.8 | 225.6 |
| UPN 180 | 22.0 | 132.0 | 264.0 |
| UPN 200 | 25.3 | 151.8 | 303.6 |
| UPN 220 | 29.4 | 176.4 | 352.8 |
| UPN 240 | 33.2 | 199.2 | 398.4 |
| UPN 260 | 37.9 | 227.4 | 454.8 |
| UPN 300 | 46.2 | 277.2 | 554.4 |
UPE weight
| Section | Weight (kg/m) | 6 m bar (kg) | 12 m bar (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPE 80 | 7.9 | 47.4 | 94.8 |
| UPE 100 | 9.82 | 58.9 | 117.8 |
| UPE 120 | 12.1 | 72.6 | 145.2 |
| UPE 140 | 14.5 | 87.0 | 174.0 |
| UPE 160 | 17.0 | 102.0 | 204.0 |
| UPE 180 | 19.7 | 118.2 | 236.4 |
| UPE 200 | 22.8 | 136.8 | 273.6 |
| UPE 220 | 26.6 | 159.6 | 319.2 |
| UPE 240 | 30.2 | 181.2 | 362.4 |
| UPE 270 | 35.2 | 211.2 | 422.4 |
| UPE 300 | 44.4 | 266.4 | 532.8 |
UAC weight
| Size (mm) | Thickness (mm) | Weight (kg/m) | 6 m bar (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAC 30 × 15 | 3.3 | 1.38 | 8.3 |
| UAC 40 × 20 | 3.2 | 1.85 | 11.1 |
| UAC 50 × 25 | 3.17 | 2.33 | 14.0 |
UPN and UPE: theoretical weights of European sections (Euronorm). UAC: approximate calculated weights (steel, density 7.85).
Beams & Sections H beams (HEA, HEB): price and weight IPE beams: price and weight of each bar
Why buy from COMARFER?
- Large stock in Aïn Harrouda, available immediately
- Free delivery within 24–48 h by our trucks in the Casablanca region
- Free quote within one hour by phone or WhatsApp
- Technical advice to choose the right product
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of U channels (UPN) in Morocco?
U channels are priced per kilo or per bar: the price depends on the section, the length, the quantity and the day's steel price, which is why we do not publish a price list. Send us your list by WhatsApp or phone: you receive your quote within one hour during opening hours.
How much does a UPN 100 weigh?
UPN 100 weighs 10.6 kg/m, i.e. 63.6 kg per 6 m bar and 127.2 kg per 12 m bar.
What is a UAC?
It is a U section cold-formed from sheet. Thinner and lighter than UPN, it is used for metal joinery, gates, frames and small structures. We supply UAC 30 × 15, 40 × 20, 50 × 25, 60 × 30 and 70 × 40 mm.
Which lengths are available for U channels?
UPN and UPE in 6 m and 12 m bars, UAC in 6 m bars.
Do you deliver U channels?
Yes: our trucks deliver free of charge within 24 to 48 h in the Casablanca region: Casablanca, Mohammedia, Berrechid, Had Soualem, Bouskoura, Nouaceur, Dar Bouazza and Médiouna. For another city, mention it in your quote request: delivery is possible on request.