Carbon steel fatigue and temperature properties

[Qluq]

Hi everyone,

I need some specific mechanical properties of A516 carbon steel, but as yet I am unable to find it online. Can you help me find the fatigue limit and the relation between yield strength and temperature? Are there tabulated values for this?

Thanks!
Mark

edit: found it! seems i need the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code part 2: materials section D: properties...

 

[Greg Bernhardt]

I'm sorry you are not generating any responses at the moment. Is there any additional information you can share with us? Any new findings?

 

[Qluq]

Thanks Greg,

no worries! i found where i can find the data i need and had already put it in the edit of the opening post. that's probably why nobody has reacted.

 

[Astronuc]

One pretty much has to buy the appropriate ASME BPV section/case for a code/case material.

ASM has some books, including one on Carbon steels, but they are fairly general. If one is using a case, then buy the appropriate documentation.

 

[alphy]

Hello Mark,

I am happy to assist you with your inquiry regarding carbon steel fatigue and temperature properties. After conducting some research, I have found that the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code part 2: materials section D: properties does provide tabulated values for the fatigue limit and the relation between yield strength and temperature for A516 carbon steel. This code is widely used in the industry and is a reliable source for mechanical properties of various materials.

The fatigue limit of A516 carbon steel can vary depending on the specific grade and heat treatment of the steel. However, according to the ASME Code, the fatigue limit for A516 carbon steel is typically around 30% of its ultimate tensile strength. This means that the material can withstand repeated loading up to 30% of its maximum strength without failing.

Regarding the relation between yield strength and temperature, it is important to note that yield strength generally decreases as temperature increases. This is due to the thermal expansion and softening of the material at higher temperatures. The ASME Code provides tabulated values for the yield strength of A516 carbon steel at various temperatures, which can be used to determine the material's behavior under different thermal conditions.

I hope this information helps you in your research. If you need further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out. Best of luck!