A-572 High-Strength Low-Alloy, HSLA, Columbium-Vanadium Structural Steel

Description

This specification covers the standard requirements for Grades 42 [290], 50 [345], 55 [380], 60 [415], and 65 [450] of high-strength low-alloy columbium-vanadium structural steel shapes, plates, sheet piling, and bars for applications in bolted, welded, and riveted structures in bridges and buildings. The alloy shall conform to the required contents of columbium, vanadium, titanium, and nitrogen. Permissible values for the product thickness and size is given. Tensile requirements (including yield point, tensile strength, and minimum elongation) and alloy content are also specified. General delivery and test report requirements are also cited.

Applications

bridges, buildings, construction equipment, freight cars, machinery, truck parts and transmission towers and other structural applications

Specifications

A-572 High-Strength Low-Alloy, HSLA, Columbium-Vanadium Structural Steel

Grade 42 : 42 ksi Yield point, 6.00" max thickness or size
Grade 50 : 50 ksi Yield point , 4.00" max thickness or size
Grade 55 : 55 ksi Yield point, 2.00" max thickness or size
Grade 60 : 60 ksi Yield point, 1.25" max thickness or size
Grade 65 : 65 ksi Yield point, 1.25" max thickness or size

Available Forms

  • Angles
  • Bar
  • Beams
  • Channels
  • Forge
  • Plate
  • Rectangle Bar
  • Sheet