ASTM A240/A240M 304H Introduce
ASTM A240/A240M 304H is a valuable reference for anyone who has to procure stainless steel products for general and stress relieved pressure vessels. It also provides comprehensive product guidance and manufacturing instructions, making it an invaluable tool for engineers, quality control personnel, and stainless steel product manufacturers.
Smelting temperature:1242°C - 1981°C
Application:Heat-resistant chrome and chrome-nickel stainless steel sheets, sheets and strips for pressure vessels
ASTM A240/A240M 304H Material Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of the ASTM A240/A240M 304H steel are as follows:
Element | Min | Max |
---|---|---|
Nickel (Ni) | 8.0000 | 10.5000 |
Chromium (Cr) | 18.0000 | 20.0000 |
PhOsphorus (P) | - | 0.0450 |
Sulfur (S) | - | 0.0300 |
Manganese (Mn) | - | 2.0000 |
Silicon (Si) | - | 0.7500 |
Carbon (C) | 0.0400 | 0.1000 |
ASTM A240/A240M 304H Material Mechanical Properties
ASTM A240/A240M 304H is a popular steel grade used. It is widely used in chromium and chromium-nickel stainless steel plate, sheet, and strip for pressure vessels and for general applications. ASTM A240/A240M 304H steel has excellent mechanical properties, including excellent tensile and yield strength. It also has very good corrosion resistance and is used widely in many application fields.
The mechanical properties of the ASTM A240/A240M 304H steel are as follows:
YieldRp0.2 | ≤ 743 (MPa) |
TeileRm | ≤ 647 (MPa) |
ImpactKV/Ku | 41(J) |
ElongationA | 23% |
Reduction in cross section on fractureZ | 12% |
As-Heat-Treated Condition | Solution and Aging, Annealing, Ausaging, Q+T,etc |
Brinell hardness (HBW) | 332 |
ASTM A240/A240M 304H Material Thermal Properties
The thermal performance parameters of the ASTM A240/A240M 304H steel are as follows:
Temperature (°C) | 41 | 689 | 122 |
Modulus of elasticity (GPa) | - | 325 | - |
Mean coefficient of thermal expaion ×10-6/(°C) | - | - | 14 |
Thermal conductivity (W/m·°C) | - | 41.3 | 22.2 |
Specific thermal capacity (J/kg·°C) | - | 314 | - |
Specific electrical resistivity (Ω mm²/m) | 0.14 | - | - |
Deity (kg/dm³) | - | - | 414 |
Poisson’s coefficient, ν | - | - | 213 |
ASTM A240/A240M 304H Material Machining Technology
When machining ASTM A240/A240M 304H steel, the most important factor is machining speed and cutting forces. Machining speeds should be kept as low as possible, and a slow and steady cutting rate is recommended. This will reduce vibrations, wear on cutting tools, and will minimize the material's tendency to work harden during the machining process. An adequate amount of coolant should also be used to facilitate a smooth cut.