A572 Gr.60
Data verifiedASTM A572 Grade 60 is the 60 ksi member of the standard American HSLA structural family. It slots between Gr.50 and Gr.65 for columns and heavy sections where A572-50 designs get bulky but a full 65 ksi design is unnecessary.
Chemical composition
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| C | ≤0.26 |
| Si | ≤0.40 |
| Mn | ≤1.35 |
| P | ≤0.035 |
| S | ≤0.045 |
| Note | Nb/V microalloy type per ASTM A572 |
Weight percent, per the governing standard ranges. Actual values per heat are on the mill certificate.
Properties
| Yield strength | ≥415 MPa (60 ksi) |
| Tensile strength | ≥520 MPa (75 ksi) |
| Density | 7.85 g/cm³ |
Heat treatment
Supplied as-rolled; strength from Nb/V microalloying and grain refinement rather than carbon.
Equivalent grades
| Standard | Designation |
|---|---|
| din | S420 class (near) |
| aisi | A572 Gr.60 |
| jis | SM570 (near) |
| gb | Q420 class (near) |
Compare side by side: A572 Gr.60 vs A572 Gr.50 · A572 Gr.60 vs A572 Gr.65
Equivalents overlap in chemistry and use but are not always identical — see our equivalents guide before substituting in certified designs.
Applications & Processing
Applications: Building columns, heavy equipment frames, transmission structures, machinery bases.
Processing: Weldable with low-hydrogen procedures; watch preheat on thick, restrained joints at the higher carbon limit.
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