ASTM A572/572M-1997 is a high-strength, low-alloy niobium/vanadium structure steel. This steel combines excellent corrosion resistance, impact strength, and formability with moderate strength and high strength.
ASTM A572/572M-1997 steel has good weldability and provides an average yield strength of 50 ksi (345 MPa) for all grades. This steel is widely used in bridge and tower applications and general engineering. Its mechanical properties vary greatly depending on grade and testing conditions.
The minimum yield strength of ASTM A572/572M-1997 for Grade 42 (290 MPa) is 42,000 psi (290 MPa). The minimum yield strength for Grade 50 (345 MPa) is 50,000 psi (345 MPa). The minimum yield strength for Grade 55 (380 MPa) is 55,000 psi (380 MPa). The minimum yield strength for Grade 60 (415 MPa) is 60,000 psi (415 MPa). The minimum yield strength for Grade 65 (450 MPa) is 65,000 psi (450 MPa).
The tensile strength of this steel is generally slightly higher than its yield strength. The minimum tensile strength of ASTM A572/572M-1997 for Grade 42 (290 MPa) is 60,000 psi (414 MPa). The minimum tensile strength for Grade 50 (345 MPa) is 65,000 psi (450 MPa). The minimum tensile strength for Grade 55 (380 MPa) is 70,000 psi (485 MPa). The minimum tensile strength for Grade 60 (415 MPa) is 75,000 psi (530 MPa). The minimum tensile strength for Grade 65 (450 MPa) is 80,000 psi (575 MPa).
ASTM A572/572M-1997 has a notch impact test (Charpy V-notch) for being tested at impact temperatures. All Grades of A572/572M-1997 steel have a minimum of 27 Joules (20 ft-lbs) at -40°C (-40°F).
A572/572M-1997 is primarily used in bridges and other structures that require a low-temperature impact resistance. ASTM A572/572M-1997 is also used in general engineering applications where weldability and moderate strength is required.
ASTM A572/572M-1997 is a high-strength, low-alloy niobium/vanadium structure steel that combines excellent corrosion resistance, moderate strength, and formability with a broad range of strength properties. Because this steel is easy to weld, it is used in many industries and applications that require welding. Examples of industries and applications where ASTM A572/572M-1997 is used include, but are not limited to, bridges, towers, containers, pressure vessels, transportation equipment, piping, construction, and other general engineering applications.