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Carbon Steel ST52, S355, and ST37
Carbon steel grades ST52, S355, and ST37 are renowned for their strength, durability, and adaptability across diverse industrial applications. These grades offer unique properties that make them suitable for heavy-duty applications in construction, manufacturing, automotive, and machinery sectors, among others.
Overview of Carbon Steel Grades
- ST52: Known for its high tensile strength and durability, ST52 carbon steel is used extensively in structural and mechanical applications. Its properties make it ideal for projects requiring reliable load-bearing capacity.
- S355: A structural steel grade, S355 offers an excellent balance between strength and weldability, which is why it’s widely used in structural and civil engineering projects. It’s often found in bridges, buildings, and heavy machinery.
- ST37: A low-carbon steel, ST37 is valued for its ease of machining and welding. It’s commonly used in applications where high strength is not essential but good formability and ductility are required.
Key Properties of Carbon Steel Grades ST52, S355, and ST37
- High Strength and Toughness: ST52 and S355 are high-strength carbon steels that provide excellent toughness and are suitable for high-stress applications.
- Good Weldability: S355 and ST37 exhibit good weldability, allowing for efficient fabrication without compromising structural integrity.
- Versatile Applications: Each grade is tailored for specific industrial uses, from heavy-duty structural applications (ST52, S355) to applications requiring easier formability (ST37).
- Cost-Effective: Carbon steel is economical compared to alloy steels, making it an ideal choice for budget-conscious projects without sacrificing quality.
Carbon Steel Grade Overview
ST52
- Application: Heavy-duty machinery, construction, bridges, pipelines, and automotive components.
- Tensile Strength: Approximately 490-630 MPa
- Yield Strength: Approximately 355 MPa
- Characteristics: High strength and durability, with good weldability and machinability, making it ideal for load-bearing structures and machinery components.
S355
- Application: Structural and civil engineering, heavy construction, pressure vessels, and offshore projects.
- Tensile Strength: Approximately 470-630 MPa
- Yield Strength: Approximately 355 MPa
- Characteristics: Excellent weldability and ductility, balanced strength, suitable for demanding structural applications like bridges and high-rise buildings.
ST37
- Application: General fabrication, low-stress structural applications, automotive panels, and components.
- Tensile Strength: Approximately 340-470 MPa
- Yield Strength: Approximately 235 MPa
- Characteristics: Easily machinable and weldable, with good formability, ideal for applications where lower strength suffices but ductility is required.
Applications of Carbon Steel ST52, S355, and ST37
- Construction and Structural Engineering: ST52 and S355 are commonly used in the construction of bridges, buildings, and large frameworks due to their strength and durability.
- Automotive Manufacturing: ST37 is often used for parts that need easy formability, such as body panels and low-stress components, while ST52 is used for components requiring higher strength.
- Industrial Machinery: Heavy-duty machinery and mechanical components often utilize ST52 and S355 for their load-bearing capacity and resilience.
- Pipeline and Pressure Vessels: S355’s strength and corrosion resistance make it suitable for pipeline and pressure vessel applications in demanding environments.
- General Fabrication: ST37’s formability and weldability make it ideal for general-purpose manufacturing and fabrication projects.
Manufacturing Standards for Carbon Steel Grades ST52, S355, and ST37
Our carbon steel grades comply with international standards to ensure optimal quality and performance:
- DIN 17100: Standard for weldable non-alloy structural steels, covering grades like ST52 and ST37.
- EN 10025-2: European standard for structural steel grades, including S355.
- ASTM A572: Standard for high-strength low-alloy steel for structural applications.
Available Forms and Customization Options
- Forms: Available in a range of forms, including sheets, plates, rods, bars, pipes, and tubes.
- Custom Sizes: Cut-to-length services and custom dimensions available for project-specific requirements.
- Surface Finishes: Options like polished, sandblasted, and galvanized to enhance durability and corrosion resistance.
- Heat Treatments: Options include annealing and normalization to achieve desired mechanical properties.
Quality Assurance
Our carbon steel products undergo stringent quality control measures to ensure durability and reliability:
- Mechanical Testing: Verifies tensile and yield strength, elongation, and hardness.
- Dimensional Accuracy: Ensures precision cutting and shaping to meet project specifications.
- Weldability Tests: Ensures weld integrity for structural applications requiring welded joints.
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