ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690W Type Q Introduce

The {stnadard} specification provides a minimum yield of 46,000 psi (320MPa) and a minimum tensile strength of 65,000 psi (450MPa) for the corresponding 690W Type Q grade. For a thickness up to 3.5" (89mm), the impact requirements can be met at room temperature.

Smelting temperature:1494°C - 1628°C

Application:Structural steel for bridge

ASTM A709/A709M A709 Grade 690W Type Q Material Chemical Composition

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

ElementMinMax
Vanadium (V)0.03000.0800
Molybdenum (Mo)0.40000.6000
Nickel (Ni)1.20001.5000
Chromium (Cr)1.00001.5000
PhOsphorus (P)-0.0350
Sulfur (S)-0.0350
Manganese (Mn)0.95001.3000
Silicon (Si)0.15000.3500
Carbon (C)0.14000.2100

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

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

YieldRp0.2 ≤ 437 (MPa)
TeileRm≤ 687 (MPa)
ImpactKV/Ku12(J)
ElongationA43%
Reduction in cross section on fractureZ24%
As-Heat-Treated ConditionSolution and Aging, Annealing, Ausaging, Q+T,etc
Brinell hardness (HBW)442

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

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

Temperature (°C)23677366
Modulus of elasticity (GPa)-728-
Mean coefficient of thermal expaion ×10-6/(°C)--21
Thermal conductivity (W/m·°C)-32.321.2
Specific thermal capacity (J/kg·°C)-134-
Specific electrical resistivity (Ω mm²/m)0.41--
Deity (kg/dm³)--422
Poisson’s coefficient, ν--113