Data sheet ASTM A537 Class 1 2019-09-26

ASTM A537 Class 1

General Product Description
The ASTM A537 specification is the Standard Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Heat-Treated, Carbon-Manganese-Silicon Steel used in the
applications of fusion welded pressure vessels and structures. Typical applications are pressure vessels designed for moderate and lower-temperature
service requiring excellent notch toughness as well as API 650 and API 620 storage tanks. Class 1 material is available as Normalized and Class 2 is
available as Quenched & Tempered plates.

Dimensions
Thickness Width 2) Length 3)
(Inches) (Inches) (Inches)
0.375 - 2.001) 72 - 123 240 - 600
1) Inquire for thicknesses <0.375 in. and down to 0.197 in. and for thicknesses >2.00 in. up to 3.60
2) Inquire for widths <72 in. and down to 60 in. and for widths >123 in. up to 131.9 in.
3) Inquire for lengths <240 in. down to 73 in and for lengths slightly >600 in.

Mechanical Properties
Tensile Testing is performed in the transverse direction according to ASTM A20 requirements. The required mechanical properties are tabulated below:
Grade Yield strength Tensile strength Elongation in 2" Elongation in 8"
(ksi) (ksi) (min %) (min %)
A537 Class 1 50 70 - 90 22 18
Charpy V-Notch Impact Toughness requirements may be ordered as a supplementary requirement (S5). A minimum Charpy V-notch impact energy value of
30 ft-lbs [41 J] at - 40°F [-40°C] in longitudinal specimens is a typical supplemental impact toughness requirement. Please inquire for applications requiring a
specified minimum impact toughness.

Chemical Composition
(Heat Analysis, wt. %, maximum unless indicated)
Meets chemical requirements of ASTM A537 Class 1/SA537 Class 1, as shown below. ASTM A20 limits apply to unspecified elements.
C Mn1) P2) S2) Si Cu Ni1) Cr Mo
(max wt %) (max wt %) (max wt %) (max wt %) (max wt %) (max wt %) (max wt %) (max wt %) (max wt %)
0.24 1.60 0.020 0.010 0.50 0.35 0.25 0.25 0.08
1) Manganese may exceed 1.35 % on heat analysis, up to a maximum of 1.60 %, and nickel may exceed 0.25 % on heat analysis, up to a maximum of 0.50 %, provided the heat analysis carbon
equivalent (CEV) does not exceed 0.57 %
2) P and S are more restrictive than A537/SA537 requirements. Even lower limits for P and S are available on an inquiry basis.

Carbon Equivalent Values

Thickness 0.375 - 2.00
(Inches)
Typical CEV 0.43
(wt %)
Typical CET 0.31
(wt %)
Available Chemistries: Carbon equivalent (CEV) restrictions for weldability are available as a supplementary requirement (S20). Please inquire for additional
chemistry restrictions

Tolerances
Thickness, width, and length tolerances for A537 Class 1/SA537 Class 1 meet ASTM A20 requirements. The flatness tolerance for as-supplied product is ½
ASTM A20. Thicknesses <0.375" (0.250"-0.374") will only be supplied to full standard ASTM A20 flatness tolerance.

Delivery Conditions
ASTM A537 Class 1/SA537 Class 1 is supplied in the normalized condition.
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Formability Properties
A537 Class 1/SA537 Class 1 exhibits excellent cold forming characteristics. Shear burrs and heat-affected zones of thermal cut edges on or near the bend
axis as well as sharp corners on edges and on gas cut or punched holes located on or adjacent to the bend axis should be removed by grinding prior cold
forming. The following recommended minimum inside bend radius, R, and die width opening, W, as a function of bending orientation are provided:
Thickness Bend Axis Perpendicular to Bend Axis Perpendicular to Bend Axis Parallel to Bend Axis Parallel to
(in. [mm]) Rolling Direction Inside Rolling Direction Die Width, Rolling Direction Inside Rolling Direction Die Width,
Radius, R (min.) W Radius, R (min.) W
0.375 – 1.00 [9.5 – 25.4] 1.5t 8t 2.25t 10t
1.00 – 2.00 [25.4 – 50.1] 2.0 8t 3.0t 10t

Weldability
Welding of A537 Class 1/SA537 Class 1 shall be performed in accordance with applicable welding code. In the absence of a specified welding code, the
following minimum preheat and interpass temperatures and welding consumables are provided. Special welding consumables and welding procedures may
be required to avoid detrimental effects on the mechanical properties of the base metal. Low hydrogen practices are strongly recommended.
Welding Process Thickness Minimum Preheat and Interpass Consumables
(in. [mm]) Temperature
(°F [°C])
Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) ≤3/4 [≤19] 50 [10] AWS E7015-X, E7016-X, E7018-X
Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) >3/4 – 1.5 [19 – 38] 50 [10] AWS E7015-X, E7016-X, E7018-X
Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) >1.50 – 2.00 [>38 – 50] 150 [65] AWS E7015-X, E7016-X, E7018-X
Gas Metal Arc (GMAW) ≤3/4 [≤19] 50 [10] AWS ER70S-X
Gas Metal Arc (GMAW) >3/4 – 1.5 [19 – 38] 50 [10] AWS ER70S-X
Gas Metal Arc (GMAW) >1.50 – 2.00 [>38 – 50] 150 [65] AWS ER70S-X
Submerged Arc (SAW) ≤3/4 [≤19] 50 [10] AWS F7XX-EXXX-XX
Submerged Arc (SAW) >3/4 – 1.5 [19 – 38] 50 [10] AWS F7XX-EXXX-XX
Submerged Arc (SAW) >1.50 – 2.00 [>38 – 50] 150 [65] AWS F7XX-EXXX-XX
Flux Cored Arc (FCAW) ≤3/4 [≤19] 50 [10] AWS E7XTX-X
Flux Cored Arc (FCAW) >3/4 – 1.5 [19 – 38] 50 [10] AWS E7XTX-X
Flux Cored Arc (FCAW) >1.50 – 2.00 [>38 – 50] 150 [65] AWS E7XTX-X

Supplementary Requirements
By agreement between the purchaser and the plate manufacturer, the following Supplementary Agreements may be specified on the purchase order: S1.
Vacuum Treatment; S2. Product Analysis; S3. Simulated Post-Weld Heat Treatment of Mechanical Test Coupons; S6. Drop Weight Test; S8. Ultrasonic
Examination in accordance with A435; and S12. Ultrasonic Examination in accordance with ASTM A578.

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