ASTM A709/A709M Grade 100W Type P Introduce

The ASTM A709/A709M steel standard is used for a variety of structural applications, including bridges, towers, girders, buildings and other large structures. It is particularly suited for use in hazardous or extreme weather conditions, due to its superior strength and durability compared to other steels. The standard is also often used in the manufacture of railway wagons, transport beams and crane booms.

Smelting temperature:1314°C - 1715°C

Application:Structural steel for bridge

ASTM A709/A709M Grade 100W Type P Material Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of the ASTM A709/A709M Grade 100W Type P steel are as follows:

ElementMinMax
Silicon (Si)0.20000.3500
Sulfur (S)-0.0350
PhOsphorus (P)-0.0350
Nickel (Ni)1.20001.5000
Molybdenum (Mo)0.45000.6000
Manganese (Mn)0.45000.7000
Chromium (Cr)0.85001.2000
Carbon (C)0.12000.2100
Boron (B)0.00100.0050

ASTM A709/A709M Grade 100W Type P Material Mechanical Properties

Hardness is a measure of the resistance to abrasion, scratch, or penetration. ASTM A709/A709M Grade 100W Type P steel has excellent hardness, with a Brinell hardness ranging from 170HB to 365HB, depending on the grade. This allows the steel to withstand heavy wear and tear without losing strength or shape.

The mechanical properties of the ASTM A709/A709M Grade 100W Type P steel are as follows:

YieldRp0.2 ≤ 555 (MPa)
TeileRm≤ 486 (MPa)
ImpactKV/Ku14(J)
ElongationA43%
Reduction in cross section on fractureZ11%
As-Heat-Treated ConditionSolution and Aging, Annealing, Ausaging, Q+T,etc
Brinell hardness (HBW)433

ASTM A709/A709M Grade 100W Type P Material Thermal Properties

The thermal performance parameters of the ASTM A709/A709M Grade 100W Type P steel are as follows:

Temperature (°C)12527631
Modulus of elasticity (GPa)-946-
Mean coefficient of thermal expaion ×10-6/(°C)--43
Thermal conductivity (W/m·°C)-12.324.2
Specific thermal capacity (J/kg·°C)-124-
Specific electrical resistivity (Ω mm²/m)0.42--
Deity (kg/dm³)--341
Poisson’s coefficient, ν--221