ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c Introduce
The most common use for ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c is in boilers, but it is also common to see it used in pressure vessels, heat exchangers and piping systems. The alloy is well suited for these types of applications due to its strong resistance to corrosion, strength and weldability. It is also resistant to elevated temperatures, making it ideal for use around hot areas.
Smelting temperature:1778°C - 1859°C
Application:Seamless ferritic and austenitic alloy steel tubes for boilers, superheaters and heat exchangers
ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c Material Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of the ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c steel are as follows:
| Element | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|
| Silicon (Si) | - | 0.5000 |
| Sulfur (S) | - | 0.0250 |
| PhOsphorus (P) | - | 0.0250 |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 0.4500 | 0.6500 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.3000 | 0.6000 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 4.0000 | 6.0000 |
| Carbon (C) | - | 0.1200 |
ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c Material Mechanical Properties
The most significant mechanical properties of ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c steel are the yield strength and ultimate tensile strength. The yield strength represents the amount of force that the material can withstand before it starts to deform in a permanent manner. The ultimate tensile strength, meanwhile, is the maximum tension that the steel can withstand before it starts to fracture.
The mechanical properties of the ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c steel are as follows:
| YieldRp0.2 | ≤ 476 (MPa) |
| TeileRm | ≤ 735 (MPa) |
| ImpactKV/Ku | 42(J) |
| ElongationA | 13% |
| Reduction in cross section on fractureZ | 22% |
| As-Heat-Treated Condition | Solution and Aging, Annealing, Ausaging, Q+T,etc |
| Brinell hardness (HBW) | 133 |
ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c Material Thermal Properties
The thermal performance parameters of the ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c steel are as follows:
| Temperature (°C) | 24 | 923 | 722 |
| Modulus of elasticity (GPa) | - | 561 | - |
| Mean coefficient of thermal expaion ×10-6/(°C) | - | - | 23 |
| Thermal conductivity (W/m·°C) | - | 21.3 | 42.2 |
| Specific thermal capacity (J/kg·°C) | - | 124 | - |
| Specific electrical resistivity (Ω mm²/m) | 0.14 | - | - |
| Deity (kg/dm³) | - | - | 144 |
| Poisson’s coefficient, ν | - | - | 412 |
ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c Material Machining Technology
The machining of ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c steel requires the use of high-speed cutting tools, as well as the provision of proper lubrication and cooling. In addition, cutting tools with sharp edges must be used, and the rate of cutting should be adjusted in order to minimize the risk of work hardening. Furthermore, proper grinding or honing of the cutting edges should also be undertaken in order to ensure that the tools remain sharp and can continue to perform optimally. Having knowledge of these machining processes can greatly improve the results of machining ASME SA-213/SA-213M Grade T5c steel.