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ANSI/ASTM A102-76 (American Iron & Steel Institute) is an iron and steel specification developed by the American Iron & Steel Institute (AISI). It is the primary specification for iron and steel products used in the United States. The steel specification defines the chemical composition, physical properties, and mechanical properties for iron and steel products that meet or exceed industry standards as established by AISI.
The scope of ASTM A102-76 includes rolled or cold finished bars, wire rods and shapes of wrought carbon steel, semi-finished products such as blooms, billets and slabs, and forging stock. This steel specification can also be used for hot dip galvanizing and forging.
ASTM A102-76 refers to minimum requirements for the chemical and mechanical properties of iron and steel products. The physical properties define the range of product formability provided by the product. The chemical compositions define the range of product toughness provided by the products.
ASTM A102-76 establishes the properties for different types of steel products. Hot dip galvanizing products should meet the requirements of ASTM A153-76, which defines the chemical and physical properties. Hot-worked and cold-worked products should also meet requirements of ASTM A147-76, which provides the requirements for chemical and mechanical properties.
ASTM A102-76 also offers important advantages in terms of cost and product quality. It provides a platform for cost reduction since the product formability is a function of both the steel composition and physical properties. Furthermore, the low cost of product formability improves product quality since the cost of transforming a product into a desired form is decreased.
The American Iron & Steel Institute (AISI) provides assistance in the selection of appropriate steel products and product formability. It also provides assistance in product application, inspection and testing. Additionally, AISI certifies steel products and processes body shops that manufacture products from ASTM A102-76 steel.
The use of this standard ensures that iron and steel products meet or exceed the AISI performance standard for strength and durability. Products manufactured from ASTM A102-76 steel can be used in a variety of applications and environments, such as construction, automotive, marine, and industrial. With proper maintenance and care, the products are designed to last for many years.
