Description
AR500 Abrasion-Resistant Steel Plate
AR500 is a high-carbon abrasion-resistant steel plate with a nominal Brinell hardness of 500 BHN. It is engineered for maximum durability and resistance to wear, impact, and penetration, making it ideal for the most demanding applications. Designed for the most extreme wear environments, AR500 offers unparalleled durability and strength, making it ideal for heavy-duty applications where toughness is critical. This quenched and tempered steel provides exceptional performance in high-impact and sliding abrasion conditions, ensuring extended equipment life and reduced maintenance costs.
Key Features
- Extreme wear and impact resistance
- High hardness for maximum durability
- Performs under severe abrasive conditions
- Ideal for ballistic and high-impact uses
AR500 Chemical Composition
| Element | Percentage (%) |
| Carbon (C) | 0.18 – 0.30 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.70 – 1.70 |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.025 max |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.010 max |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.15 – 0.50 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.40 – 1.20 |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 0.20 – 0.50 |
| Nickel (Ni) | 0.50 max |
| Boron (B) | 0.0005 – 0.005 |
AR500 Mechanical Properties
| Property | Typical Value |
| Brinell Hardness (BHN) | 420 – 470 |
| Tensile Strength | 1400 – 1650 MPa (~203,000 – 239,000 PSI) |
| Yield Strength | ~1150 MPa (~167,000 PSI) |
| Elongation (in 2″) | ~10 – 12% |
| Impact Toughness | Varies; consult mill data |
| Formability | Bendable with larger radii (e.g., 6t for plates >0.75” thick, transverse to rolling direction) |
Available Sizes
| Grade | Thickness | Width | Length |
| AR500 | 3/16″ – 2″ | 48″ – 96″ | Up to 480″ |
Benefits
- Extended Equipment Life: Superior abrasion resistance minimizes wear, extending component longevity.
- Cost Efficiency: Reduces maintenance and replacement costs, maximizing production uptime.
- Custom Fabrication: Can be cut using plasma, laser, or oxy-fuel methods to meet specific project needs.
- Balanced Properties: Offers greater hardness than AR400 while maintaining good formability compared to AR500.
Applications
- Mining and Quarrying: Crushers, chutes, hoppers, and conveyor liners.
- Construction: Excavator buckets, bulldozer blades, and dump truck beds.
- Material Handling: Wear plates, liners, and cutting edges.
- Recycling and Agriculture: Shredders, granulator knives, and tillage equipment.

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