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ASTM A508 / A508M Alloy Steel Forgings (Class 1, Class 2, Class 3, Class 4) for Pressure Vessels & Nuclear Power Applications- Specifications & Grades

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Introduction

ASTM A508 / A508M covers quenched and tempered vacuum-treated carbon and alloy steel forgings intended for pressure vessels, reactor vessels, and high-pressure industrial applications. These forgings are designed to provide excellent toughness, strength, and reliability under demanding operating conditions.

ASTM A508 alloy steel forgings are widely used in nuclear power plants, pressure vessels, and critical heavy engineering applications where high mechanical integrity is essential.

Ladhani Metal Corporation is a manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of ASTM A508 / A508M alloy steel forgings, supplying high-quality forged components for pressure and high-temperature applications.


Applicable Standard

Standard Specification: ASTM A508 / A508M
Organization: ASTM International
Title: Standard Specification for Quenched and Tempered Vacuum-Treated Carbon and Alloy Steel Forgings for Pressure Vessels

This specification covers alloy steel forgings for pressure vessels and high-pressure service applications.


Forms of Supply

ASTM A508 alloy steel forgings are supplied in the following forms:

Forged rings
Forged discs
Forged shafts
Forged blocks
Forged nozzles
Pressure vessel forgings
Custom forged components

Supply Condition

Quenched and tempered
Heat-treated condition
Vacuum-treated condition

Surface Finish

Black surface
Rough machined
Shot blasted
Machined finish

Standard Sizes

Diameter: Up to 5000 mm
Thickness: Up to 1500 mm
Weight: As per requirement

(Custom sizes available as per drawings)


Grades Covered Under ASTM A508 / A508M

Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4

These classes are alloy steel forgings developed for pressure vessel and nuclear-grade applications.


Chemical Composition of ASTM A508 Alloy Steel Forgings (%)

Element

Grade 1

Grade 1A

Grade 2

Grade 3

Grade 4N

Grade 5

Grade 22

Grade 3V

Grade 3VCb

Carbon

0.35 max

0.30 max

0.27 max

0.25 max

0.23 max

0.23 max

0.11–0.15

0.10–0.15

0.10–0.15

Manganese

0.40–1.05

0.70–1.35

0.50–1.00

1.20–1.50

0.20–0.40

0.20–0.40

0.30–0.60

0.30–0.60

0.30–0.60

Phosphorus

0.025 max

0.025 max

0.025 max

0.025 max

0.020 max

0.020 max

0.015 max

0.020 max

0.020 max

Sulfur

0.025 max

0.025 max

0.025 max

0.025 max

0.020 max

0.020 max

0.015 max

0.020 max

0.010 max

Siliconᵃ

0.15–0.40

0.15–0.40

0.15–0.40

0.15–0.40

0.15–0.40

0.30 max

0.50 max

0.10 max

0.10 max

Nickel

0.40 max

0.40 max

0.50–1.00

0.40–1.00

2.8–3.9

2.8–3.9

0.25 max

0.25 max

Chromium

0.25 max

0.25 max

0.25–0.45

0.25 max

1.50–2.00

1.50–2.00

2.0–2.50

2.8–3.3

2.7–3.3

Molybdenum

0.10 max

0.10 max

0.55–0.70

0.45–0.60

0.40–0.60

0.40–0.60

0.90–1.10 max

0.9–1.10

0.90–1.10

Vanadium

0.05 max

0.05 max

0.05 max

0.05 max

0.03 max

0.08 max

0.02 max

0.20–0.30

0.20–0.30

Columbium

0.015–0.070

Copper

0.25 max

Calcium

0.0005–0.0150

Boron

0.001–0.003

Titanium

0.015–0.035

0.015 max

Aluminum

Notes:

  • ᵃ When vacuum carbon-deoxidation is required by Supplementary Requirement S11, the silicon content shall be 0.10% maximum.
  • ᵇ International addition of Cb and Ti not permitted.

Tensile Requirement

Grade

Tensile Strength, ksi [MPa]

Yield Strength, min, ksi [MPa]

Elongation in 2 in. or 50 mm, min, %

Reduction of Area, min, %

Grade 1 and 1A

70–85 [485–585]

38 [265]

20

38

Grade 2

75–90 [515–620]

33 [345]

18

33

Grade 2 Class 3

75–90 [515–620]

35 [450]

16

35

Grade 5 and 5A

75–90 [515–620]

45 [585]

18

45

Grade 5 Class 2

75–90 [515–620]

45 [590]

16

45

Grade 4N

70–85 [485–585]

48 [705]

20

48

Grade 22 Class 3

95–110 [655–760]

45 [585]

18

45

Grade 3V / 3VCb Class 10

85–100 [585–690]

45 [610]

18

45


Key Features of ASTM A508 Alloy Steel Forgings

Excellent toughness and strength
High resistance to pressure and stress
Suitable for critical pressure vessel applications
Reliable performance at elevated temperatures
Vacuum-treated for improved cleanliness
Excellent structural integrity and durability
Long service life in demanding environments


Applications of ASTM A508 Alloy Steel Forgings
ASTM A508 forgings are widely used in industries requiring high-strength pressure vessel components.

Nuclear Power Industry
• Reactor vessel components
• Nuclear pressure vessels

Power Plants
• Steam turbine components
• High-pressure systems

Heavy Engineering
• Forged pressure components
• Large industrial machinery parts

Oil & Gas Industry
• Pressure vessel equipment
• High-stress forged parts


Heat Treatment

Forgings are quenched and tempered
Vacuum treatment improves material cleanliness and toughness
Heat treatment ensures optimum mechanical properties and structural integrity


Conclusion

ASTM A508 / A508M alloy steel forgings provide a dependable solution for pressure vessels, nuclear power systems, and heavy engineering applications. With excellent toughness, strength, and reliability, these forgings are ideal for critical components operating under extreme pressure and temperature conditions.

Ladhani Metal Corporation supplies ASTM A508 / A508M alloy steel forgings in various classes and sizes, ensuring high-quality products for nuclear, power generation, and industrial engineering applications.

FOR REQUIREMENT OF THIS GRADE OR FOR DETAIL CONTACT US AT :-

www.ladhanimetal.com

www.ladhanimetal.in

ladhanimetal@gmail.com

info@ladhanimetals.com







































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