Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Chemical Composition (%)
C
Mn
P
S
Si
Cr
V
W
2.00-2.35
0.10-0.60
<=0.030
<=0.030
0.10-0.60
11.00-13.50
<=1.00
<=1.00
Mechanical Properties
Hardness
<=255 HB
Condition
Annealed (maximum Brinell hardness)
Typical Available Sizes
Round Bar
10mm–300mm dia
Flat Bar
20×10mm–300×100mm
Square Bar
15mm–200mm
Sizes are indicative. Contact seller for exact availability.
More data from ASTM A681:2008
From the standard
Maximum hardness in delivery condition2 conditions
Condition
Maximum hardness (HB)
Annealed
255
Cold drawn
269
Maximum Brinell hardness (BHN).
Source: A681:2008, Table 2
Heat treatment and response to hardeninghardening test conditions
Preheat temperature
1500 deg F (816 deg C)
Austenitizing, salt bath
1750 deg F (954 deg C)
Austenitizing, controlled atmosphere furnace
1775 deg F (968 deg C)
Austenitizing time
10 to 20 min
Quench medium
Oil
Tempering temperature
400 deg F (204 deg C)
Minimum hardness after treatment
61 HRC
Austenitizing temperatures are stipulated for the response to hardening test only. Time in controlled atmosphere furnaces is 10 to 20 minutes for D types.