ASTM A656 Steel Properties
The below table outlines the material properties for ASTM A656 material including the young's modulus, yield strength, ultimate strength and other relevant mechanical properties required for structural and mechanical design.
ASTM A656 Young's Modulus
The Young's Modulus of ASTM A656 is 200,000 MPa.
ASTM A656 Ultimate Strength
The Ultimate Strength of ASTM A656 is 655 MPa.
ASTM A656 Yield Strength
The Yield Strength of ASTM A656 is 550 MPa.
Grade 1 Steel Properties
Standard Material Properties
| Unit System | Young's Modulus, E | Density, ρ | Ultimate Strength, Fu | Yield Strength, Fy | Thermal Expansion Coef., α | Poisson's Ratio, ν |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | 200,000 MPa | 7,800 kg/m3 | 655 MPa | 550 MPa | 12 1/°C | 0.29 |
| Imperial | 29,000 ksi | 487 lb/ft3 | 95 ksi | 80 ksi | 6.67 1/°F | 0.29 |
Grade 2 Steel Properties
Standard Material Properties
| Unit System | Young's Modulus, E | Density, ρ | Ultimate Strength, Fu | Yield Strength, Fy | Thermal Expansion Coef., α | Poisson's Ratio, ν |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | 200,000 MPa | 7,750 kg/m3 | 655 MPa | 550 MPa | 12 1/°C | 0.29 |
| Imperial | 29,000 ksi | 484 lb/ft3 | 95 ksi | 80 ksi | 6.67 1/°F | 0.29 |
ASTM A656 Equivalent Material Table
| Equivalent Material | European | Germany | Italy | France | Japan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM A656 | S335J2 S335K2 S335K2+N | FE510DD | E36-4 | SS490YA |
