ASTM A216 Grade WCB Pressure Casting Steel
ASTM A216 grade WCB (which stands for Wrought Carbon Steel) is a form of low alloy, high-density steel used for pressure casting and was developed by the ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) and is accepted by more customers than any other pressure casting grade steel. ASTM A216 grade WCB has higher tensile strength, good toughness, and flexibility. It is more resistant to corrosion and is excellent for use in high temperature applications. ASTM A216 grade WCB is used for high pressure casting parts for all types of form and shape, including flat and/or hollow components.
ASTM A216 grade WCB is composed of a combination of alloys, including carbon, manganese, phosphorus, sulfur, silicon, and chromium, based on production requirements. The chemical composition of ASTM A216 grade WCB is as follows:
Carbon: 0.30-0.60%, Manganese: 0.90-1.30%, Phosphorous: 0.040%, Sulfur: 0.050%, Silicon: 0.15-0.30%, Chromium: 0.50-0.80%, Molybdenum: 0.25-0.45%, Vanadium: 0.15%: Iron: Balance
ASTM A216 grade WCB pressure casting steel can be used in various services such as in oil and gas production and refining, production jobbing, aerospace industry, and oilfield equipment fabrication. The steel can be used in a wide range of applications, such as pressure casting of valves and fittings, pumps, turbine casings, and flanges and other structural components. In addition, ASTM A216 grade WCB is suitable for the production of bearings, rods, crankshafts, flywheels, and various machine parts.
ASTM A216 grade WCB provides several advantages to customers, such as excellent corrosion resistance, good weldability, high toughness and good formability. The steel also has good ductility, durability, and ease of machining. It can be used in highly corrosive environments, such as in lines containing acidic gases, as well as in abrasive environments with high strength applications for pressure casting and components. Finally, ASTM A216 grade WCB is an ideal steel for applications that require dimensional stability and uniformity in pressure casting.
In order to ensure that customers receive the highest quality of ASTM A216 grade WCB pressure casting steel, companies employ several measures including the use of the latest technology, strict adherence to the ASTM standards, and quality control measures to ensure consistent material quality. These measures help to provide customers with reliable, consistent, and high-strength parts that are up to the task at hand. Additionally, experienced metallurgists and manufacturing personnel process the steel according to the customers production requirements and specifications, allowing for the steel to be used with optimal performance. In the end, customers can rest assured that they will receive the highest quality material available.
