ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690 Type F Introduce

ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690 Type F steel is a hot-rolled steel plate designed for enhanced corrosion resistance in certain applications. It has a higher corrosion resistance than conventional carbon steel, making it well suited for use in arduous conditions such as those encountered in outdoor storage tanks, roadside barriers, and marine applications. ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690 Type F is available in several grades, each with unique chemical properties.

Smelting temperature:1986°C - 1577°C

Application:Structural steel for bridge

ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690 Type F Material Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of the ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690 Type F steel are as follows:

ElementMinMax
Copper (Cu)0.15000.5000
Boron (B)0.00050.0060
Vanadium (V)0.03000.0800
Molybdenum (Mo)0.40000.6000
Nickel (Ni)0.70001.0000
Chromium (Cr)0.40000.6500
PhOsphorus (P)-0.0350
Sulfur (S)-0.0350
Manganese (Mn)0.60001.0000
Silicon (Si)0.15000.3500
Carbon (C)0.10000.2000

ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690 Type F Material Mechanical Properties

Hardness is a measure of the resistance to abrasion, scratch, or penetration. ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690 Type F 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 A709 Grade 690 Type F steel are as follows:

YieldRp0.2 ≤ 549 (MPa)
TeileRm≤ 643 (MPa)
ImpactKV/Ku13(J)
ElongationA43%
Reduction in cross section on fractureZ41%
As-Heat-Treated ConditionSolution and Aging, Annealing, Ausaging, Q+T,etc
Brinell hardness (HBW)124

ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690 Type F Material Thermal Properties

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

Temperature (°C)44832717
Modulus of elasticity (GPa)-565-
Mean coefficient of thermal expaion ×10-6/(°C)--33
Thermal conductivity (W/m·°C)-24.324.2
Specific thermal capacity (J/kg·°C)-142-
Specific electrical resistivity (Ω mm²/m)0.31--
Deity (kg/dm³)--121
Poisson’s coefficient, ν--341