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A656 Mild Steel

Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP in Khetwadi, Mumbai, India, is a leading supplier and exporter of A656 Mild Steel products, known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and exceptional durability. A656 Mild Steel is widely used in applications requiring robust structural performance, including construction, heavy machinery, and pressure vessels. Adhering to ASTM A656 standards, our A656 products are produced with high-quality materials to meet stringent demands across industrial sectors.

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Key Features of A656 Mild Steel

  • High Strength: Offers a high yield strength, making it suitable for heavy-load applications.
  • Good Weldability: Supports various welding techniques, providing flexibility in fabrication.
  • High Formability: Suitable for bending, shaping, and forming, which makes it adaptable for structural designs.
  • Corrosion Resistance: Offers moderate resistance to atmospheric corrosion, enhancing durability.
  • Wide Applications: Ideal for construction, transportation equipment, cranes, and pressure vessels.

Product Specifications for A656 Mild Steel

Product Type Standard Available Sizes Typical Applications
Sheets and Plates ASTM A656 Thickness: 3mm-100mm, Width: 1000mm-3000mm, Length: up to 12m Heavy-duty structures, crane booms, bridges
Pipes and Tubes ASTM A656 Diameter: 10mm-500mm, Length: up to 12m Pressure vessels, transportation equipment
Bars and Rods ASTM A656 Diameter: 6mm-200mm Machine parts, support beams
Angles and Channels ASTM A656 Custom sizes available Structural frames, construction supports
Beams ASTM A656 Standard and custom sizes Construction of buildings, heavy machinery
Fittings ASTM A656 Custom configurations Connections in structural systems

Physical Properties of A656 Mild Steel

Property Value
Density 7.85 g/cc
Modulus of Elasticity 200 GPa
Melting Point 1425-1510°C
Thermal Expansion 12 µm/m-°C
Thermal Conductivity 40 W/m-K

Mechanical Properties of A656 Mild Steel

Property Value
Yield Strength (Min) 50 ksi (345 MPa) – varies by grade
Tensile Strength 70-100 ksi (483-690 MPa)
Elongation at Break (Min) 18% (for 8 in.)
Hardness (Brinell) 150-180 HB

Electrical Properties of A656 Mild Steel

Electrical Property Value
Electrical Resistivity 1.6 x 10^-7 Ω·m
Electrical Conductivity 6.3 x 10^6 S/m

Thermal Properties of A656 Mild Steel

Thermal Property Value
Thermal Conductivity 40 W/m-K
Specific Heat Capacity 0.49 J/g-K
Thermal Expansion 12 µm/m-°C

Processing Properties of A656 Mild Steel

Process Suitability
Machining Good
Welding Excellent
Forming Moderate
Heat Treatment Generally not required

Component Elements Properties of A656 Mild Steel

Element Percentage (%)
Carbon (C) Max 0.18
Manganese (Mn) 1.0-1.6
Phosphorus (P) Max 0.035
Sulfur (S) Max 0.035
Silicon (Si) 0.15-0.40
Vanadium (V) 0.01-0.15

Comparison: A656 Mild Steel vs. Other Structural Materials

Material Strength Corrosion Resistance Cost Applications
A656 Mild Steel High Moderate Affordable Heavy-duty construction, machinery
A572 Steel Moderate to High Moderate Moderate Structural supports, bridges
A36 Mild Steel Moderate Low Lower General structural applications
4140 Alloy Steel High Good Higher High-stress parts, machinery

Price List for A656 Mild Steel (in USD per kg)

Product Type Price Range (USD/kg)
A656 Sheets & Plates $1.2 – $1.6
A656 Pipes & Tubes $1.4 – $1.8
A656 Bars & Rods $1.1 – $1.5
A656 Angles & Channels $1.3 – $1.7
A656 Beams $1.5 – $2.0

Upgrade your structural and industrial projects with the high-strength A656 Mild Steel from Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP. Known for superior load-bearing capacity and excellent weldability, our A656 products are crafted to meet the highest industry standards. Contact us today for a quote or to discuss your specific requirements.