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ASTM A36
ASTM A36 is a structural quality carbon steel for use in welded, bolted or riveted construction of bridges and buildings, and for general structural purposes. Minimum yield strength of 36 ksi (250 MPa) is required to meet the requirements of A36. ASTM A36 plate is used in a variety of applications which include, but not limited to; railroad cars, trucks, agriculture equipment, trailers, construction equipment, buildings and bridges.
Mechanical Properties:
| YP (MPa), min. | Tensile (MPa), min. | Elongation in 2" (50mm), min. % | Carbon Max % (thickness dependent) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 (250) | 58-80 (400-550) | 23 | .25-.29 |
ASTM A572 Gr50
ASTM A572 is a high strength low alloy steel that offers a higher strength than plain carbon steel plates – plus ductility, weldability, formability, toughness and fatigue strength. A572 meets a minimum strength requirement (dependent on grade) and provides good workability and weldability at a moderate price. A572 plate is used in a variety of applications which include, but not limited to; railroad cars, trucks, trailers, agriculture equipment, construction equipment, buildings and bridges. Charpy V-notch Impact Toughness and Maximum Tensile Strength are supplementary requirements that may be requested.
Mechanical Properties:
| YP (MPa), min. | Tensile (MPa), min. | Elongation in 2" (50mm), min. % |
|---|---|---|
| 50 (345) | 65 (450), 75 (520), 80 (550) | 21, 18, 17 |
ASTM A588
This specification covers high strength low alloy plate where savings in weight and added durability are important. The atmospheric corrosion resistance of this steel in most environments is substantially better than that of carbon structural steels with or without copper addition. When properly exposed to the atmosphere, this steel is suitable for many applications in the bare (unpainted) condition
| C max. | Mn max. | P max. |
|---|---|---|
| 0.26 | 1.30 | 0.06 |
| Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation in 2" | Thickness | Widths |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70,000 | 50,000 | 22% | 3/16" to 2-1/4" | 48" to 96" |
ASTM A656 Gr80
This specification covers high-strength low-alloy, hot rolled structural steel plate for use in truck frames, brackets, crane booms, rail cars, and similar applications. Steels that conform to this specification offer improved formability. These steels are normally furnished in the as-rolled condition.
Mechanical Properties:
| YP (MPa), min. | Tensile (MPa), min. | Elongation in 2" (50mm), min. % |
|---|---|---|
| 80 (550) | 90 (620), 110 (760) | 15, 15 |
700MC/100XF/110XF/Gr100
These extra high strength structural steel grades offer excellent bendability, weldability and cutting properties. The extra high strength steel grades are used in applications such as truck chassis, cranes and earthmoving machines. In these applications, the high strength of the steels is used to save weight and/or to increase the payload. As a result of this and the good formability of the steels, the total costs can be reduced.
ASTM A514
A514 plate is a quenched and tempered alloy steel utilized in structural applications requiring high strength combined with good formability and toughness. A514 has minimum yield strength of 100ksi (690MPa) and can be ordered with supplemental Charpy V-notch impact test requirements. A514 plate is used in a variety of structural applications which include; transport trailers, construction equipment, crane booms, mobile man-lifts, agricultural equipment, heavy vehicle frames and chassis and welded bridge structural members. Charpy V-Notch Impact Toughness requirements may be ordered as a supplementary requirement. Available in Gr B, Gr E, Gr F, Gr H and Gr S.
Mechanical Properties – Tensile test is performed in the transverse direction according to ASTM A6 requirements. The minimum values are tabulated below:
| YP (MPa), min. | Tensile (MPa), min. | Elongation in 2" (50mm), min. % | Reduction of Area, min. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 (690) | 110-130 (760-895) | 16 | 35 |
130KSI
130K material is an ultra-high strength quenched and tempered alloy plate with a very high strength and low temperature toughness (ductility). It also exhibits enhanced corrosion protection when compared to carbon steel plate. The structural alloy provides the opportunity to reduce component weight through offering a high strength to weight ratio. 130K ultra-high strength alloy plate is used in a variety of applications which include; mining equipment, shredders, bridges, buckets, forestry equipment, transport trailers, construction equipment, crane booms, mobile man-lifts, agricultural equipment, heavy vehicle frames and chassis.
Mechanical Properties:
| YP (MPa), min. | Tensile (MPa), min. | Elongation in 2" (50mm), min. % |
|---|---|---|
| 130 (900) | 136-160 (940-1100) | 16 |
Typical CE value for 130K steel is .62.
CE= C + Mn/6 + (Cr + Mo + V)/5 + (C u + Ni)/15.
AR200
AR200 is an as-rolled, carbon-steel plate with a nominal hardness of between 180-235 HBW, intended for moderate wear applications. AR200 is available as cut-to-length plate and discrete plate. AR200 is not intended for structural applications. Typical applications for AR200 steel plate include cement mixer drums and fins, bulk material handling chute liners, skirt board liners, and screw conveyors.
AR400F
AR400F is an abrasion resistant specialty plate product specifically designed for service applications that require both wear resistance and impact toughness. It is excellent solution if you are looking for a superior combination of hardness, abrasion resistance, formability, weldability, toughness and flatness. AR400F plate is designed with a through thickness Brinell hardness range of 360-444 and a nominal hardness of 400BHN. AR400F plate is used in equipment subject to abrasive wear. Applications for AR400F include truck beds, crushers, hoppers, buckets, chutes, bulldozers, conveyor troughs, bulldozers, concrete mixer drums and excavators.
AR450F
AR450F is an abrasion resistant specialty plate product specifically designed for service applications that require both wear resistance and impact toughness. It is excellent solution if you are looking for a superior combination of hardness, abrasion resistance, formability, weldability, toughness and flatness. AR450F plate is designed with a through thickness Brinell hardness range of 430-480 and a nominal hardness of 450BHN. AR450F has similar chemistry and physical characteristics of AR400F with slightly higher hardness levels. AR450F plate is used in equipment where resistance to sliding abrasion is critical. Industries requiring AR450F include heavy construction, raw material handling, mining, aggregate, road building, scrap processing, demolition, forestry and oil and gas exploration.
AR500F
AR500F is an abrasion resistant specialty plate product specifically designed for service applications that require both wear resistance and impact toughness. It is excellent solution if you are looking for a superior combination of hardness, abrasion resistance, formability, weldability, toughness and flatness. AR500F plate is designed with a through thickness Brinell hardness range of 470-530 and a nominal hardness of 500BHN. AR500F plate is used in equipment where resistance to sliding abrasion is critical. Product applications requiring AR500F include dump bodies, conveyors, crushers, hoppers, chutes, pavers, gears, rock hammers, screens, grapples, knives, shovels, etc
A830 – SAE 1045
This specification covers structural quality carbon steel plates furnished to chemical composition requirements
Chemical Properties:
| Carbon | Manganese | Phosphorous | Sulfur |
|---|---|---|---|
| .43 to .50 | .60 to .90 | 0.035 | 0.04 |
4140
This specification covers structural quality alloy steel plates. The plates are usually specified to chemical composition requirements, but tensile properties may also be specified.
ASTM A36
ASTM A36 is a structural quality carbon steel for use in welded, bolted or riveted construction of bridges and buildings, and for general structural purposes. Minimum yield strength of 36 ksi (250 MPa) is required to meet the requirements of A36. ASTM A36 plate is used in a variety of applications which include, but not limited to; railroad cars, trucks, agriculture equipment, trailers, construction equipment, buildings and bridges.
Mechanical Properties:
- YP (MPa), min.: 36 (250)
- Tensile (MPa), min.: 58-80 (400-550)
- Elongation in 2″ (50mm), min. %: 23
- Carbon Max % (thickness dependent): .25-.29
ASTM A572 Gr50
ASTM A572 is a high strength low alloy steel that offers a higher strength than plain carbon steel plates – plus ductility, weldability, formability, toughness and fatigue strength. A572 meets a minimum strength requirement (dependent on grade) and provides good workability and weldability at a moderate price. A572 plate is used in a variety of applications which include, but not limited to; railroad cars, trucks, trailers, agriculture equipment, construction equipment, buildings and bridges. Charpy V-notch Impact Toughness and Maximum Tensile Strength are supplementary requirements that may be requested.
Mechanical Properties:
| YP (MPa), min. | Tensile (MPa), min. | Elongation in 2" (50mm), min. % |
|---|---|---|
| 50 (345) | 65 (450), 75 (520), 80 (550) | 21, 18, 17 |
ASTM A588
This specification covers high strength low alloy plate where savings in weight and added durability are important. The atmospheric corrosion resistance of this steel in most environments is substantially better than that of carbon structural steels with or without copper addition. When properly exposed to the atmosphere, this steel is suitable for many applications in the bare (unpainted) condition
| C max. | Mn max. | P max. |
|---|---|---|
| 0.26 | 1.30 | 0.06 |
- Tensile Strength: 70,000
- Yield Strength: 50,000
- Elongation in 2″: 22%
- Thickness: 3/16″ to 2-1/4″
- Widths: 48″ to 96″
ASTM A656 Gr80
This specification covers high-strength low-alloy, hot rolled structural steel plate for use in truck frames, brackets, crane booms, rail cars, and similar applications. Steels that conform to this specification offer improved formability. These steels are normally furnished in the as-rolled condition.
Mechanical Properties:
| YP (MPa), min. | Tensile (MPa), min. | Elongation in 2" (50mm), min. % |
|---|---|---|
| 80 (550) | 90 (620), 110 (760) | 15, 15 |
700MC/100XF/110XF/Gr100
These extra high strength structural steel grades offer excellent bendability, weldability and cutting properties. The extra high strength steel grades are used in applications such as truck chassis, cranes and earthmoving machines. In these applications, the high strength of the steels is used to save weight and/or to increase the payload. As a result of this and the good formability of the steels, the total costs can be reduced.
ASTM A514
A514 plate is a quenched and tempered alloy steel utilized in structural applications requiring high strength combined with good formability and toughness. A514 has minimum yield strength of 100ksi (690MPa) and can be ordered with supplemental Charpy V-notch impact test requirements. A514 plate is used in a variety of structural applications which include; transport trailers, construction equipment, crane booms, mobile man-lifts, agricultural equipment, heavy vehicle frames and chassis and welded bridge structural members. Charpy V-Notch Impact Toughness requirements may be ordered as a supplementary requirement. Available in Gr B, Gr E, Gr F, Gr H and Gr S.
Mechanical Properties – Tensile test is performed in the transverse direction according to ASTM A6 requirements. The minimum values are tabulated below:
- YP (MPa), min.: 100 (690)
- Tensile (MPa), min.: 110-130 (760-895)
- Elongation in 2″ (50mm), min. %: 16
- Reduction of Area, min. %: 35
130KSI
130K material is an ultra-high strength quenched and tempered alloy plate with a very high strength and low temperature toughness (ductility). It also exhibits enhanced corrosion protection when compared to carbon steel plate. The structural alloy provides the opportunity to reduce component weight through offering a high strength to weight ratio. 130K ultra-high strength alloy plate is used in a variety of applications which include; mining equipment, shredders, bridges, buckets, forestry equipment, transport trailers, construction equipment, crane booms, mobile man-lifts, agricultural equipment, heavy vehicle frames and chassis.
Mechanical Properties:
| YP (MPa), min. | Tensile (MPa), min. | Elongation in 2" (50mm), min. % |
|---|---|---|
| 130 (900) | 136-160 (940-1100) | 16 |
Typical CE value for 130K steel is .62.
CE= C + Mn/6 + (Cr + Mo + V)/5 + (C u + Ni)/15.
AR200
AR200 is an as-rolled, carbon-steel plate with a nominal hardness of between 180-235 HBW, intended for moderate wear applications. AR200 is available as cut-to-length plate and discrete plate. AR200 is not intended for structural applications. Typical applications for AR200 steel plate include cement mixer drums and fins, bulk material handling chute liners, skirt board liners, and screw conveyors.
AR400F
AR400F is an abrasion resistant specialty plate product specifically designed for service applications that require both wear resistance and impact toughness. It is excellent solution if you are looking for a superior combination of hardness, abrasion resistance, formability, weldability, toughness and flatness. AR400F plate is designed with a through thickness Brinell hardness range of 360-444 and a nominal hardness of 400BHN. AR400F plate is used in equipment subject to abrasive wear. Applications for AR400F include truck beds, crushers, hoppers, buckets, chutes, bulldozers, conveyor troughs, bulldozers, concrete mixer drums and excavators.
AR450F
AR450F is an abrasion resistant specialty plate product specifically designed for service applications that require both wear resistance and impact toughness. It is excellent solution if you are looking for a superior combination of hardness, abrasion resistance, formability, weldability, toughness and flatness. AR450F plate is designed with a through thickness Brinell hardness range of 430-480 and a nominal hardness of 450BHN. AR450F has similar chemistry and physical characteristics of AR400F with slightly higher hardness levels. AR450F plate is used in equipment where resistance to sliding abrasion is critical. Industries requiring AR450F include heavy construction, raw material handling, mining, aggregate, road building, scrap processing, demolition, forestry and oil and gas exploration.
AR500F
AR500F is an abrasion resistant specialty plate product specifically designed for service applications that require both wear resistance and impact toughness. It is excellent solution if you are looking for a superior combination of hardness, abrasion resistance, formability, weldability, toughness and flatness. AR500F plate is designed with a through thickness Brinell hardness range of 470-530 and a nominal hardness of 500BHN. AR500F plate is used in equipment where resistance to sliding abrasion is critical. Product applications requiring AR500F include dump bodies, conveyors, crushers, hoppers, chutes, pavers, gears, rock hammers, screens, grapples, knives, shovels, etc
A830 – SAE 1045
This specification covers structural quality carbon steel plates furnished to chemical composition requirements
Chemical Properties:
- Carbon: .43 to .50
- Manganese: .60 to .90
- Phosphorous: 0.035
- Sulfur: 0.04
4140
This specification covers structural quality alloy steel plates. The plates are usually specified to chemical composition requirements, but tensile properties may also be specified.
