ASTM A709/A709M Grade 690W Type E Introduce

ASTM A709/A709M Grade 690W Type E steel is a high-strength, low-alloy structural steel made to the specification ASTM A709/A709M. It is designed to provide superior corrosion resistance and enhanced strength at elevated temperatures, making it suitable for use in construction applications and other applications where corrosion resistance and strength are required. The steel is available in a variety of grades and shapes to meet the needs of many different applications.

Smelting temperature:1969°C - 1685°C

Application:Structural steel for bridge

ASTM A709/A709M Grade 690W Type E Material Mechanical Properties

ASTM A709/A709M Grade 690W Type E steel is a highly engineered, low-alloy structural steel commonly used in modern engineering applications due to its exceptional combination of mechanical properties that make it an ideal choice for creating structures that need to be strong, durable, and yet lightweight. The steel is part of a family of steels known as ASTM A709/A709M Grade 690W Type E, and is produced in a variety of grades with different chemical compositions, mechanical properties, and physical characteristics.

The mechanical properties of the ASTM A709/A709M Grade 690W Type E steel are as follows:

YieldRp0.2 ≤ 672 (MPa)
TeileRm≤ 491 (MPa)
ImpactKV/Ku43(J)
ElongationA14%
Reduction in cross section on fractureZ22%
As-Heat-Treated ConditionSolution and Aging, Annealing, Ausaging, Q+T,etc
Brinell hardness (HBW)122

ASTM A709/A709M Grade 690W Type E Material Thermal Properties

The thermal performance parameters of the ASTM A709/A709M Grade 690W Type E steel are as follows:

Temperature (°C)34534657
Modulus of elasticity (GPa)-686-
Mean coefficient of thermal expaion ×10-6/(°C)--34
Thermal conductivity (W/m·°C)-23.321.2
Specific thermal capacity (J/kg·°C)-424-
Specific electrical resistivity (Ω mm²/m)0.32--
Deity (kg/dm³)--434
Poisson’s coefficient, ν--113