Sep 13 2012
Topics Covered
Introduction
Chemical Composition
Physical Properties
Mechanical Properties
Applications
Introduction
Alloy steels are designated by AISI four-digit numbers. They quickly respond to mechanical and heat treatments than carbon steels. They comprise different kinds of steels having composition exceeding the limitations of B, C, Mn, Mo, Ni, Si, Cr, and Va set for carbon steels.
The following datasheet gives more details about AISI A606 alloy steel.
Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of AISI A606 alloy steel is outlined in the following table.
|
Element |
Content (%) |
|
Iron, Fe |
98.5 |
|
Manganese, Mn |
1.25 |
|
Carbon, C |
0.220 |
|
Sulfur, S |
0.050 |
Physical Properties
The following table shows physical properties of AISI A606 alloy steel.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Density |
7.87 g/cm3 |
0.284 lb/in³ |
Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of cold rolled AISI A606 alloy steel are given in the following table.
|
Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|
Tensile strength at break (varies with size and form) |
448 MPa |
65000 psi |
|
Yield strength (varies with size and form) |
310 MPa |
45000 psi |
|
Elastic modulus |
190-210 GPa |
27557-30458 ksi |
|
Poisson's ratio |
0.27-0.30 |
0.27-0.30 |
|
Elongation at break (in 50 mm (2 in.); varies with size and form) |
22% |
22% |
|
Bend radius, minimum (longitudinal; varies with size and form) |
1 t |
1 t |
|
Bend radius, minimum (transverse; varies with size and form) |
2-3 t |
2-3 t |
Applications
AISI A606 alloy steel is used in structures and other applications which require high strength and durability.