ASTM A285 Steel Properties
The below table outlines the material properties for ASTM A285 material including the young's modulus, yield strength, ultimate strength and other relevant mechanical properties required for structural and mechanical design.
ASTM A285 Young's Modulus
The Young's Modulus of ASTM A285 is 29,000 ksi.
ASTM A285 Ultimate Strength
The Ultimate Strength of ASTM A285 ranges between 55 and 65 ksi.
ASTM A285 Yield Strength
The Yield Strength of ASTM A285 ranges between 27 and 34 ksi depending on the material grade. See the below tables to get your specific material grade material strength.
Carbon Steel Steel Properties
Grade A 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 | 380 MPa | 190 MPa | 12 1/°C | 0.25 |
| Imperial | 29,000 ksi | 487 lb/ft3 | 55 ksi | 27 ksi | 6.67 1/°F | 0.25 |
Grade B 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 | 420 MPa | 210 MPa | 12 1/°C | 0.25 |
| Imperial | 29,000 ksi | 487 lb/ft3 | 60 ksi | 30 ksi | 6.67 1/°F | 0.25 |
Grade C 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 | 450 MPa | 230 MPa | 12 1/°C | 0.25 |
| Imperial | 29,000 ksi | 487 lb/ft3 | 65 ksi | 34 ksi | 6.67 1/°F | 0.25 |
