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A516 Mild Steel

Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP, based in Khetwadi, Mumbai, India, is a trusted supplier and exporter of A516 Mild Steel products, renowned for their durability and suitability in pressure vessel and boiler applications. A516 Mild Steel, a carbon steel alloy, is known for its excellent notch toughness, high-temperature strength, and resilience. Widely used in industries requiring high-pressure containment, this steel type is available in multiple grades, such as Grade 55, Grade 60, Grade 65, and Grade 70, each providing unique advantages in terms of strength and performance. Our A516 Mild Steel products meet global standards and cater to various industrial sectors, making them ideal for structural, fabrication, and mechanical applications.

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Key Features of A516 Mild Steel

  • High-Temperature Resilience: Ideal for boiler and pressure vessel applications.
  • Versatile Grades: Available in Grades 55, 60, 65, and 70, suited to diverse requirements.
  • Superior Notch Toughness: Ensures durability and strength in challenging conditions.
  • Excellent Weldability: Allows smooth and strong joints for industrial and mechanical uses.
  • Cost-Effective Solution: A high-value steel for applications needing dependable performance.

Product Specifications for A516 Mild Steel

Product Type Standard Available Sizes Typical Applications
Sheets and Plates ASTM A516 Thickness: 6mm-150mm, Width: 1500-4100mm, Length: 6000-20000mm Boilers, pressure vessels, structural components
Pipes and Tubes ASME SA516, ASTM A516 Diameter: 6mm-500mm, Length: Up to 12m Piping in high-pressure environments
Bars and Rods ASTM A516 Diameter: 5mm-250mm Mechanical applications, structural reinforcements
Angles and Channels ASTM A516 Various dimensions Structural support and frames
Beams ASTM A516 Standard and custom sizes Construction, heavy load-bearing structures
Fittings ASTM A516 Various sizes and configurations Boiler and pressure vessel fittings, pipelines

Physical Properties of A516 Mild Steel

Property Value
Density 7.85 g/cc
Melting Point 1370-1510°C
Thermal Expansion 12.1 µm/m-°C
Thermal Conductivity 38 W/m-K
Modulus of Elasticity 200 GPa

Mechanical Properties of A516 Mild Steel

Grade Yield Strength (ksi) Tensile Strength (ksi) Elongation (% in 8”)
Grade 55 30 55-75 30
Grade 60 32 60-80 29
Grade 65 35 65-85 28
Grade 70 38 70-90 27

Electrical Properties of A516 Mild Steel

Electrical Property Value
Electrical Resistivity 1.7 x 10^-7 Ω·m
Electrical Conductivity 5.88 x 10^6 S/m

Thermal Properties of A516 Mild Steel

Thermal Property Value
Thermal Conductivity 38 W/m-K
Specific Heat Capacity 0.49 J/g-K
Thermal Expansion 12.1 µm/m-°C

Processing Properties of A516 Mild Steel

Process Suitability
Machining Excellent
Welding Excellent
Forming Good
Heat Treatment Suitable

Component Elements Properties of A516 Mild Steel

Element Grade 55 Grade 60 Grade 65 Grade 70
Carbon (C) Max 0.24% Max 0.26% Max 0.28% Max 0.30%
Manganese (Mn) 0.85-1.20% 0.85-1.20% 0.85-1.20% 0.85-1.20%
Phosphorus (P) Max 0.035% Max 0.035% Max 0.035% Max 0.035%
Sulfur (S) Max 0.035% Max 0.035% Max 0.035% Max 0.035%
Silicon (Si) 0.15-0.40% 0.15-0.40% 0.15-0.40% 0.15-0.40%
Copper (Cu) Min 0.20% Min 0.20% Min 0.20% Min 0.20%

Comparison: A516 Mild Steel vs. Other Materials

Material Strength Weldability Cost Applications
A516 Mild Steel High Excellent Moderate Boilers, pressure vessels, high-stress components
A283 Mild Steel Moderate Excellent Lower General structural, lower pressure applications
304 Stainless Steel High Good Higher Corrosive environments, chemical processing
A36 Structural Steel Moderate Excellent Similar to A516 Structural applications, bridges, buildings

Price List for A516 Mild Steel (in USD per kg)

Product Type Price Range (USD/kg)
A516 Sheets & Plates $1.0 – $1.5
A516 Pipes & Tubes $1.2 – $1.7
A516 Bars & Rods $1.1 – $1.6
A516 Angles & Channels $1.3 – $1.8
A516 Fittings $1.5 – $2.2

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