EN 10225 1.8887 + Q Introduce
The EN 10225 standard is incredibly important for industries such as the offshore expeditions and machinery production. This is the standard that must be used for materials that adhere to structural criteria for the offshore industry and since offshore components are very expensive, it is important that the materials used in their construction adhere to this standard. The EN 10225 standard is an important standard that is necessary to ensure that these materials meet certain requirements, such as weldability and fatigue, which makes them more durable and reliable. As offshore components are often used in extreme conditions, such as salt water, the EN 10225 standard is necessary to ensure that they will be able to stand up to these conditions.
Smelting temperature:1355°C - 1592°C
Application:Weldable structural steel with fixed offshore structure - Technical delivery conditions
EN 10225 1.8887 + Q Material Mechanical Properties
EN 10225 1.8887 + Q steel has one of the highest strength-to-weight ratios of any steel available, making it perfect for use in applications where a strong yet lightweight component is needed. It also has great fatigue and impact resistance, making it the ideal choice for components that will be subjected to regular wear or shock. The alloy has an ultimate tensile strength of around 785 MPa and an elongation of up to 45%.
The mechanical properties of the EN 10225 1.8887 + Q steel are as follows:
| YieldRp0.2 | ≤ 187 (MPa) |
| TeileRm | ≤ 573 (MPa) |
| ImpactKV/Ku | 13(J) |
| ElongationA | 44% |
| Reduction in cross section on fractureZ | 44% |
| As-Heat-Treated Condition | Solution and Aging, Annealing, Ausaging, Q+T,etc |
| Brinell hardness (HBW) | 143 |
EN 10225 1.8887 + Q Material Thermal Properties
The thermal performance parameters of the EN 10225 1.8887 + Q steel are as follows:
| Temperature (°C) | 23 | 944 | 857 |
| Modulus of elasticity (GPa) | - | 232 | - |
| Mean coefficient of thermal expaion ×10-6/(°C) | - | - | 23 |
| Thermal conductivity (W/m·°C) | - | 34.3 | 22.2 |
| Specific thermal capacity (J/kg·°C) | - | 132 | - |
| Specific electrical resistivity (Ω mm²/m) | 0.14 | - | - |
| Deity (kg/dm³) | - | - | 134 |
| Poisson’s coefficient, ν | - | - | 143 |
EN 10225 1.8887 + Q Material Machining Technology
One of the benefits of EN 10225 1.8887 + Q steel is its good corrosion resistance, but for some applications this may not be enough. In these cases, surface treatments can be used to further improve the alloy's corrosion resistance. These treatments can include different coating methods, such as galvanizing or painting, as well as stainless-steel finishing. These treatments can help to further protect the steel from corrosion and improve its durability in corrosive environments.