catalogue >> Steel Castings for Welded Structure

Steel Type	Standard	Country Code	C(%)	V(%)	Si(%)	Mn(%)	P(%)	S(%)	Cr(%)
SCW42	7143	CNS	<0.22				<0.04	<0.04
SCW410	G5102	JIS	<0.22		<0.8	<1.5	<0.04	<0.04
Gr.WCA	A216	ASTM	<0.25	<0.03	<0.6	<0.7	<0.04	<0.045	<0.4
Gr.WCB	A216	ASTM	<0.3		<0.6	<1.0	<0.04	<0.045	<0.5
SCW49	7143	CNS	<0.22				<0.04	<0.04
ZG20Si-Min		GB	0.12-0.22		0.6-0.8	1.0-1.3	<0.035	<0.035
SCW480	G5102	JIS	<0.22		<0.8	<1.5	<0.04	<0.04	<0.5
LCC	A352	ASTM	<0.25	<0.03	<0.6	<1.2	<0.04	<0.045	<0.5
SCW56	7143	CNS	<0.2				<0.04	<0.04
SCW550	G5102	JIS	<0.22	<0.2	<0.8	<1.5	<0.04	<0.04	<0.5
SCW63	7143	CNS	<0.2				<0.04	<0.04

Steel castings are often used in welded structures due to their strength, durability, and ability to be easily shaped and formed. Cast steel offers the following advantages for welded structures:

1. Strength and Durability: Steel castings are known for their high strength and resistance to wear, making them ideal for use in heavy-duty welded structures. They can withstand heavy loads and harsh environments without losing their structural integrity.

2. Formability: Steel castings can be cast into complex shapes and sizes, allowing for the creation of intricate and customized components for welded structures. This makes it easier to design and construct welded structures with specific requirements.

3. Weldability: Steel castings have good weldability, meaning they can be easily joined together through various welding techniques. This makes it convenient to incorporate cast steel components into welded structures without compromising their strength or precision.

4. Cost-effectiveness: Steel castings offer an economical solution for welded structures as they can be produced in large quantities with minimal waste. The ability to cast steel into specific shapes and sizes also reduces the need for additional machining or fabrication processes, lowering overall production costs.

5. Corrosion resistance: Steel castings can be manufactured with specific alloy compositions and surface treatments to enhance corrosion resistance. This is particularly advantageous for welded structures used in outdoor or corrosive environments, ensuring long-term performance and minimal maintenance requirements.

Overall, steel castings provide a reliable and versatile material choice for welded structures, offering strength, durability, formability, weldability, cost-effectiveness, and corrosion resistance.