InduSteel Capillary,FORA 400 Wear Resistant Steel Capillary, 400 HB

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Industeel FORA 400 Wear Resistant Steel, 400 HB Product Information -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: # **Product Datasheet: Industeel FORA 400 Wear Resistant Steel** ## **1. Product Overview** **FORA 400** is a high-performance **quenched and tempered abrasion-resistant steel plate** developed by Industeel (ArcelorMittal) for applications demanding **superior wear resistance, good impact strength, and excellent structural integrity**. As a member of Industeel's FORA family, this grade delivers a guaranteed minimum hardness of **400 HBW** through advanced heat treatment processes, providing optimal protection against material loss in moderately to severely abrasive environments. FORA 400 balances hardness with notable toughness, making it suitable for applications where impact resistance and weldability are as important as pure abrasion resistance. ## **2. International Standards & Designations** | System/Authority | Designation | Specification / Relationship | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Manufacturer** | **Industeel FORA 400** | Proprietary brand name | | **Hardness Class** | **400 HBW Minimum** | Nominal hardness specification | | **ISO** | **ISO 21933:2020** | Abrasion-resistant steel plate (General reference) | | **European** | **EN 10025-6:2019** | High yield strength steel plates in Q&T condition (Property reference) | | **Common Names** | 400HB Wear Plate, AR400 Steel Plate, Abrasion Resistant Steel 400 | ## **3. Chemical Composition (% by Weight)** FORA 400 utilizes a carefully balanced low-alloy chemistry optimized for consistent hardenability and mechanical properties. | Element | Typical FORA 400 Composition | Metallurgical Function | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Carbon (C)** | **0.18 - 0.25** | Primary hardenability element providing martensitic transformation capability | | **Manganese (Mn)** | **1.20 - 1.60** | Enhances hardenability and solid solution strengthening | | **Silicon (Si)** | **0.15 - 0.50** | Deoxidizer and solid solution strengthener | | **Phosphorus (P)** | **≤ 0.020** | Controlled impurity level | | **Sulfur (S)** | **≤ 0.008** | Low sulfur improves transverse properties and weldability | | **Chromium (Cr)** | **0.30 - 0.80** | Improves hardenability and wear resistance | | **Molybdenum (Mo)** | **0.10 - 0.30** | Enhances hardenability and tempering resistance | | **Boron (B)** | **0.001 - 0.005** | Potent hardenability enhancer ensuring through-thickness properties | | **Nickel (Ni)** | **≤ 0.50** | Optional addition for improved toughness | | **Vanadium (V)** | **≤ 0.10** | Optional microalloy for grain refinement | | **Iron (Fe)** | Balance | Base material | **Manufacturing Process:** Produced via **Electric Arc Furnace melting → Secondary refining → Continuous casting → Controlled rolling → Direct Quenching & Tempering (DQQ&T)**. This process creates a uniform **tempered martensitic microstructure** with fine carbide distribution throughout the plate thickness. ## **4. Mechanical & Physical Properties** | Property | Specification / Typical Range | Test Standard | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Hardness** | **400 - 480 HBW** (Minimum 400 HBW) | EN ISO 6506-1 | Uniform through thickness | | **Yield Strength (Rp0.2)** | **≥ 1100 MPa (≥ 160 ksi)** | EN ISO 6892-1 | High resistance to deformation | | **Tensile Strength (Rm)** | **1250 - 1550 MPa (181 - 225 ksi)** | EN ISO 6892-1 | | | **Elongation (A₅)** | **≥ 10%** | EN ISO 6892-1 | Good ductility for wear steel | | **Impact Toughness** | **≥ 20 J at +20°C**
**≥ 12 J at -20°C** | EN ISO 148-1 | Suitable for dynamic loading | | **Bend Test** | 180° bend over mandrel **t = 2.0 × t** | EN ISO 7438 | Good formability | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | **210 GPa (30,400 ksi)** | -- | Standard for steel | | **Density** | **7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³)** | -- | | | **Poisson's Ratio** | **0.29** | -- | | | **Thermal Conductivity** | **~42 W/m·K** (at 100°C) | -- | | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | **12 × 10⁻⁶/°C** (20-100°C) | -- | | | **Abrasion Resistance** | **4-5× better than mild steel** | Relative comparison | Excellent for many applications | ## **5. Key Characteristics & Advantages** * **Optimal Hardness-Toughness Balance:** Provides excellent wear resistance while maintaining sufficient toughness to withstand impact and shock loading * **Superior Through-Thickness Uniformity:** Advanced quenching technology ensures consistent hardness from surface to core * **Good Weldability:** Lower carbon equivalent than higher hardness grades allows easier fabrication and repair * **Excellent Formability:** Can be cold formed to reasonable radii for complex component shapes * **High Structural Strength:** Combines wear resistance with load-bearing capacity * **Good Machinability:** Can be machined with proper techniques and tooling * **Cost-Effective Performance:** Offers excellent value for many industrial wear applications ## **6. Primary Applications** FORA 400 is suitable for a wide range of medium to high abrasion applications across multiple industries: * **Material Handling Systems:** - Hopper and silo liners - Chute liners and impact plates - Conveyor components and skirts - Bucket liners and wear plates * **Mining & Quarrying:** - Transfer point liners - Screen decks and panels - Crusher feed boxes - Truck bed liners * **Construction Equipment:** - Loader bucket edges and liners - Excavator bucket wear parts - Bulldozer blade end bits - Grader moldboard edges * **Agriculture:** - Combine harvester components - Grain augers and conveyors - Tillage tool wear plates - Fertilizer spreader parts * **Forestry & Biomass:** - Chipper components - Conveyor systems - Processing equipment wear parts * **Cement & Aggregate:** - Mixer blades and paddles - Conveyor components - Storage bin liners ## **7. Fabrication & Processing Guidelines** * **Cutting Methods:** - **Plasma cutting:** Preferred method - **Abrasive waterjet:** Excellent quality - **Oxy-fuel:** Requires preheat (150-200°C) and post-heat treatment - **Laser cutting:** Suitable for thinner sections * **Forming Operations:** - Minimum bend radius: **3× plate thickness** for 90° bends - Preheating recommended for thickness >15mm - Hot forming preferred for complex shapes * **Welding Procedures:** - **Preheat temperature:** 150-200°C for thickness >15mm - **Filler metals:** Use low-hydrogen electrodes (AWS E7018, E8018-C3) - **Heat input:** Control to 1.5-2.5 kJ/mm - **Post-weld treatment:** Stress relieving at 550-600°C recommended for critical applications * **Machining Recommendations:** - Use carbide tooling with positive rake angles - Moderate cutting speeds with ample coolant - Rigid setups to minimize vibration * **Bolt Fastening:** - Pre-drill all holes - Use hardened washers - Proper torque procedures essential ## **8. Quality Assurance** Material supplied with comprehensive certification: * Chemical analysis certificate * Mechanical test reports (hardness, tensile, impact) * Dimensional inspection report * Heat treatment records * Ultrasonic testing available upon request **Standard Testing:** - Hardness testing (Brinell method) - Tensile testing per ISO 6892-1 - Charpy V-notch impact testing - Bend testing for formability verification ## **9. Safety & Handling** * **Personal Protective Equipment:** Require safety glasses, gloves, and appropriate footwear when handling * **Storage:** Store flat on level surfaces with adequate support to prevent bending * **Lifting:** Use proper lifting equipment and spreader bars for large plates * **Cutting Protection:** Use appropriate ventilation and protective equipment during thermal cutting ## **10. Technical Support** Industeel provides comprehensive technical support including: * Material selection guidance * Fabrication procedure development * Welding procedure qualification * Application engineering support * Failure analysis services --- **Disclaimer:** This technical datasheet provides general information about Industeel FORA 400 wear resistant steel. Specific properties may vary based on plate thickness, production parameters, and final processing. Always consult the latest manufacturer's documentation and conduct appropriate testing for critical applications. 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