Castable & Weldable Carbon or Alloy Steel Type
Castable & Weldable Carbon or Alloy Steel Type
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What is the best steel type that is both castable and weldable, that would be similar to A36 carbon steel? Either an alloy steel or carbon steel would be ok?





RE: Castable & Weldable Carbon or Alloy Steel Type
I am going to answer your question with the following question and advice;
Question; What is the application?
Advice;
Regarding welding, select a carbon or low alloy steel that has a CE (carbon equivalent) value at or below 0.35. Use the FAQ for advice on weldability;
FAQ330-1077
RE: Castable & Weldable Carbon or Alloy Steel Type
RE: Castable & Weldable Carbon or Alloy Steel Type
RE: Castable & Weldable Carbon or Alloy Steel Type
I concur with arunmrao's recommendation. Another option is ASTM A27 or A148 and select the Grade that is closest in mechanical properties to ASTM A36. One item (disregard if you already are aware), if this part is to be installed for public use, you should be a licensed PE or SE and have all your material well documented. Welding should be in accordance with AWS D1.1.
RE: Castable & Weldable Carbon or Alloy Steel Type
RE: Castable & Weldable Carbon or Alloy Steel Type