ASTM A514 Steel Foil/Strip, grade C

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ASTM A514 Steel, grade C, plate thickness ≤ 19 mm Product Information -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: ### **Technical Data Sheet: ASTM A514 Steel, Grade C (Plate Thickness ≤ 19 mm)** --- #### **1. Product Overview** ASTM A514 Grade C is a **premium high-strength quenched and tempered alloy steel plate** representing an advanced grade within the A514 specification. Designed for plate thicknesses up to 19 mm (0.75 inches), Grade C offers enhanced performance characteristics for the most demanding structural applications where superior strength, exceptional toughness, and maximum reliability are required under extreme service conditions. --- #### **2. International Standards & Equivalents** | Standard Organization | Designation | |-----------------------|-------------| | **ASTM International** | **A514 Grade C (t ≤ 19 mm)** | | **UNS Number** | **K11577** | | **ISO International Standard** | **ISO 4950** | | **European Norm (EN)** | **EN 10025-6 S690Q** | | **Japanese (JIS)** | **SHY685** | | **Chinese GB** | **GB/T 16270 Q690** | --- #### **3. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Composition (%) | |---------|-----------------| | **Carbon (C)** | 0.10 - 0.20 | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 0.60 - 1.00 | | **Phosphorus (P)** | 0.035 max | | **Sulfur (S)** | 0.035 max | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.15 - 0.35 | | **Nickel (Ni)** | 0.70 - 1.00 | | **Chromium (Cr)** | 0.40 - 0.80 | | **Molybdenum (Mo)** | 0.40 - 0.60 | | **Vanadium (V)** | 0.03 - 0.10 | | **Boron (B)** | 0.001 - 0.005 | | **Copper (Cu)** | 0.15 - 0.50 | | **Titanium (Ti)** | 0.01 - 0.03 | | **Iron (Fe)** | Balance | **Key Composition Features:** - **Enhanced Nickel Content**: 0.70-1.00% for superior toughness - **Titanium Addition**: Improves grain refinement and weldability - **Optimized Carbon Range**: Lower maximum for improved weldability - **Balanced Alloy System**: Multiple hardening elements for consistent properties --- #### **4. Mechanical Properties (Thickness ≤ 19 mm)** **Tensile Properties:** - **Tensile Strength**: 790 - 930 MPa (115 - 135 ksi) - **Yield Strength**: 690 MPa (100 ksi) min - **Elongation in 50 mm (2 in)**: 18% min - **Reduction of Area**: 45% min **Impact Properties:** - **Charpy V-Notch Impact**: 61 J (45 ft-lb) min at -18°C (0°F) - **Fracture Toughness**: Excellent crack arrest properties - **Through-Thickness Ductility**: Superior Z-direction performance **Hardness Properties:** - **Brinell Hardness**: 240 - 302 HB - **Typical Hardness**: 270 HB --- #### **5. Physical Properties** | Property | Value | |----------|-------| | **Density** | 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³) | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 200 GPa (29,000 ksi) | | **Shear Modulus** | 77 GPa (11,200 ksi) | | **Poisson's Ratio** | 0.29 | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 42.5 W/m·K at 20°C | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 11.3 × 10⁻⁶ /K (20-100°C) | | **Specific Heat Capacity** | 460 J/kg·K | --- #### **6. Product Applications** **Critical Structural Applications:** - **Mobile Crane Booms**: Telescopic boom sections and critical components - **Mining Shovel Dippers**: High-impact digging components - **Offshore Equipment**: Structural components for marine environments - **Heavy Transport Systems**: Low-bed trailer frames and critical supports **Infrastructure and Energy:** - **Wind Tower Components**: Flange connections and structural elements - **Bridge Construction**: Fracture-critical members in long-span bridges - **Hydroelectric Equipment**: Gate structures and support systems - **Transmission Towers**: Critical connection elements in tall structures **Specialized Industrial Applications:** - **Pressure Vessels**: High-pressure and high-temperature applications - **Industrial Machinery**: High-stress machine frames and bases - **Defense Applications**: Armored vehicle components and structural elements - **Aerospace Ground Support**: Heavy-duty equipment and handling systems --- #### **7. Manufacturing & Fabrication** **Advanced Heat Treatment:** - **Austenitizing**: 900-950°C (1650-1740°F) for complete transformation - **Quenching**: Controlled cooling for optimal martensitic structure - **Tempering**: 550-650°C (1020-1200°F) for strength-toughness balance - **Final Properties**: Consistent through-thickness characteristics **Welding Technology:** - **Pre-heat Requirement**: 175-225°C (350-440°F) minimum - **Interpass Control**: Maximum 250°C (480°F) - **Post-Weld Heat Treatment**: Required at 595-650°C (1100-1200°F) - **Filler Metal Selection**: AWS E11018-G or equivalent premium electrodes - **Welding Processes**: GMAW, FCAW-G with advanced procedure control **Precision Fabrication:** - **Thermal Cutting**: Laser and plasma cutting with controlled heat input - **Forming Operations**: Limited cold forming; hot forming preferred - **Machining Requirements**: Premium carbide tooling with optimized parameters - **Quality Control**: Comprehensive NDT and dimensional verification --- #### **8. Quality Assurance & Testing** **Rigorous Testing Protocol:** - Complete spectroscopic chemical analysis - Multiple orientation mechanical testing - Enhanced Charpy impact testing at multiple temperatures - Comprehensive hardness mapping - Advanced ultrasonic examination **Premium Quality Requirements:** - Through-thickness tensile testing standard - Fracture toughness (CTOD) testing for critical applications - Hydrogen diffusion rate analysis - Microstructural analysis with automated image analysis --- #### **9. Corrosion Performance** - **Atmospheric Corrosion**: Enhanced resistance due to alloy content - **Coating Performance**: Excellent substrate for high-performance coatings - **Corrosion Fatigue**: Superior resistance in aggressive environments - **Surface Requirements**: Premium surface preparation for optimal protection --- #### **10. Available Product Forms** **Premium Plate Products:** - **Thickness Range**: Up to 19 mm (0.75 inches) for Grade C - **Width Range**: Up to 4000 mm (157 inches) - **Length Range**: Up to 20000 mm (787 inches) - **Surface Quality**: Premium mill finish with enhanced surface requirements --- #### **11. Technical Specifications** **Precision Tolerances:** - **Thickness Tolerance**: ±0.20 mm to ±0.6 mm - **Width Tolerance**: +15 mm, -0 mm - **Length Tolerance**: +30 mm, -0 mm - **Flatness**: 10 mm/m maximum **Advanced Engineering Properties:** - **Fatigue Performance**: Exceptional for high-cycle applications - **Fracture Resistance**: Superior crack initiation and propagation properties - **Weldment Integrity**: High joint efficiency with proper procedures - **Structural Efficiency**: Maximum weight reduction potential --- **Technical Notes:** - Grade C provides enhanced toughness while maintaining 690 MPa minimum yield strength - Ideal for applications requiring maximum reliability and performance - Requires advanced welding procedures and certified welding personnel - Suitable for the most severe service conditions and dynamic loading - Must comply with AWS D1.1 and other relevant structural welding codes - Professional engineering analysis and certification mandatory *This information is for reference purposes. For complete technical specifications and design requirements, consult the latest ASTM A514 standard, applicable structural design codes, and AWS D1.1 structural welding code. All applications require professional engineering design, analysis, and certification by qualified engineers.* -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: ASTM A514 Steel, grade C, plate thickness ≤ 19 mm Specification Dimensions Size： Diameter 20-1000 mm Length <4266 mm Size:We can customized as required Standard： Per your request or drawing We can customized as required Properties（Theoretical） Chemical Composition -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: ASTM A514 Steel, grade C, plate thickness ≤ 19 mm Properties -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -:

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Packing of ASTM A514 Steel Foil/Strip, grade C, plate thickness ≤ 19 mm -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Standard Packing: -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and Steel Foil/Strip drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 737 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request. E FORUs’ is carefully handled to minimize damage during storage and transportation and to preserve the quality of our products in their original condition