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ASTM A588 A588 Grade B Steel: Specifications & Listings

ASTM A588 A588 Grade B: High strength low alloy weathering steel, Grade B variant with slightly different chemistry than Grade A. Used for bridges, buildings and exposed structures requiring corrosion resistance without protective coatings.

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Grade Details
GradeASTM A588 A588 Grade B
Standard ASTM A588
ApplicationsHigh-strength low-alloy structural steel with atmospheric corrosion resistance (weathering steel); bridges, transmission/communication towers, gusset plates, exposed structural applications
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IS 11169 (Part 1) 21Ni2Cr2Mo2 IS 11169 (Part 1):2022 Related Material
IS 11169 (Part 1) 20Ni2Cr2Mo3 IS 11169 (Part 1):2022 Related Material
IS 11169 (Part 1) 41Cr3 IS 11169 (Part 1):2022 Related Material
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40Cr4Mo2 IS 11169 (Part 1):2022 Related Material
IS 11169 (Part 1) 35Cr4Mo2 IS 11169 (Part 1):2022 Related Material
ASTM A959 XM-33 ASTM A959:2011 Related Material
IS 11169 (Part 1) 40C15 IS 11169 (Part 1):2022 Related Material
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Chemical Composition (%)
C Mn Si P S Cu Cr Ni Mo
<=0.20 0.75-1.25 0.15-0.30 <=0.040 <=0.050 0.20-0.40 0.40-0.70 <=0.50 0.02-0.10
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength 485 MPa min
Yield Strength 345 MPa min
Elongation 18% min
Hardness 140-190 HB

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