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    Casting materials ASTM A148 vs. A487

    I see, I considered ductility and for a material of 115/95ksi the R.O.A. was 30% and 35%, ASTM 148 and 487 respectively. Ultimately the reason I asked is the foundry I've been working with has been providing castings using the 148 composition for some years (however, not to our spec)and I'm...
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    Casting materials ASTM A148 vs. A487

    I've read over these two standard and am not real sure of the differences in material requirement between the two. ASTM A487 is designated for Steel Castings Suitable for Pressure Service, ASTM A148 is Steel Castings, High Strength, for Structural Purposes. My question is, if I plan on using a...

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