S500MC is a high strength hot rolled structural steel used for cold formed components. As S500MC is a load bearing steel, considerations regarding suitability need to be made at the procurement stage.
Applications of S500MC High Yield Steel
The material is used in a variety of applications including structural beams, frames and as cold rolled steel sections. The steel benefits from good weldability but heat treatment should be avoided as this is known to reduce the yield strength of the material.
Chemical Composition of S500MC High Yield Steel
The Chemical Composition of S500MC High Yield Steel are summarised in the following table.
| Grade |
C |
Si |
Mn |
P |
S |
Al (min) |
Nb |
V |
Ti |
Mo |
B |
| S500MC |
0.12 |
0.50 |
1.70 |
0.025 |
0.015 |
0.015 |
0.09 |
0.20 |
0.15 |
- |
- |
(Values % by mass - max unless otherwise stated)
Mechanical Properties of S500MC High Yield Steel
The mechanical properties of S500MC High Yield Steel are summarised in the following table.
| Grade |
Yield (MPa) |
Tensile (MPa) |
Elongation |
| < 3mm |
≥ 3mm |
| S500MC |
≥ 500MPa |
550-700MPa |
≥ 12% |
≥ 14% |
(Please note: the technical information above is for guidance only - for exact specifications please check with our Sales Team)
Equivalent Grades of S500MC High Yield Steel
The following grade is equivalent to S500MC High Yield Steel:
This information has been sourced, reviewed and adapted from materials provided by Masteel UK Ltd.
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