Astm A588 Steel Chemical CompositionGrade A Chemical Properties V MN C P SI S CR NI CO 0.02-0.10% 0.80 - 1.25% 0.19% 0.030%
V | MN | C | P | SI | S | CR | NI | CO |
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0.02-0.10% | 0.80 - 1.25% | 0.19% | 0.030% | 0.03 - 0.65% | 0.030% | 0.40-0.65% | 0.40% | 0.25-0.40% |
MN | C | P | SI | S | NI | CO | CR | V |
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0.75 - 1.35% | 0.20% | 0.030% | 0.15 - 0.50% | 0.030% | 0.50% | 0.20-0.40% | 0.40-0.70% | 0.01-0.10% |
SI | C | P | MN | NB | S | CR | NI | MO | CO |
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0.25 - 0.50% | 0.17% | 0.030% | 0.50 - 1.20% | 0.005-0.05% | 0.030% | 0.40-0.70% | 0.40% | 0.10% | 0.30-0.50% |
The most significant benefit of A588 is its specific formulation for air corrosion resistance. It is far superior to other structural steels such as A36 and A572.
Astm A588 Steel Welding
Standard welding procedures can be used to process the high-strength welding plates. This carries various dangers if it is not treated properly. Steps to lessen potential dangers are listed below.
Before beginning the operation, clean the grooves in the weld.
After cleaning the grooves of any debris or dirt, couple them with SS to create a strong welding area.
To establish a primer layer in the lower part of the weld zone, non-pulsating solder should be employed.
In the Astm A588 Steel Welding method, weld the modules at a low voltage to reduce the heat caused. This cuts down on the time it takes for these modules to melt.