Description
Product Description Hardox 500 Steel Plate
Hardox 500 steel plate is a premium wear-resistant material that combines hardness, toughness, and excellent structural properties. Designed to withstand harsh conditions, it is widely used in industries such as mining, construction, and material handling.
Key Features of Hardox 500 Steel Plate
- High Hardness: Hardox 500 has a nominal hardness of 500 HBW, providing exceptional wear resistance.
- Superior Toughness: Despite its high hardness, it maintains excellent toughness, minimizing the risk of cracks under impact loads.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for both structural and wear-resistant uses.
- Easy Machinability: Can be cut, welded, and machined using standard techniques.
- Consistent Quality: Manufactured with strict quality controls to ensure uniformity.
Hardox 500 Chemical Composition
Element | Composition (%) |
Carbon (C) | 0.28 - 0.40 |
Manganese (Mn) | 0.80 - 1.60 |
Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.60 |
Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.025 |
Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.01 |
Chromium (Cr) | 0.40 - 1.00 |
Nickel (Ni) | ≤ 0.50 |
Boron (B) | ≤ 0.005 |
Molybdenum (Mo) | ≤ 0.50 |
Vanadium (V) | ≤ 0.15 |
Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.30 |
Hardox 500 Mechanical Properties
Property | Value |
Yield Strength (RP0.2) | ≥ 1,240 MPa |
Tensile Strength (Rm) | 1,400 - 1,700 MPa |
Elongation (A5) | ~10% |
Reduction of Area (Z) | ~30% |
Impact Toughness (KV) | ≥ 27 J at -40°C |
Hardness | 450 HBW |
Modulus of Elasticity | ~210 GPa |
Poisson's Ratio | ~0.3 |
Hardox 500 Physical Properties
Property | Value |
Density | ~7.85 g/cm³ |
Yield Strength | ≥ 1,240 MPa |
Tensile Strength | 1,400 - 1,700 MPa |
Elongation | ~10% |
Impact Toughness | ≥ 27 J at -40°C |
Thermal Conductivity | ~45 W/m·K |
Modulus of Elasticity | ~210 GPa |
Hardness | 450 HBW |
Hardox 500 Steel Plate Dimensions
- Thickness Range: 4 mm to 80 mm
- Width Range: Up to 3350 mm
- Length Range: Up to 14630 mm
Hardox 500 Equivalent Material
- NM500: This is a Chinese steel grade known for its high strength and wear resistance. It is often used as a direct substitute for Hardox 500 in various applications.
- JFE-EH500: This is a Japanese equivalent of Hardox 500, known for its excellent wear resistance and toughness.
- Dillidur 500V: This is a German steel grade that offers comparable wear resistance and toughness to Hardox 500.
- Rockstar 500: This is an Indian steel grade that is gaining popularity as a cost-effective alternative to Hardox 500.
Fabrication Guidelines
- Welding:
- Preheating is recommended for thicker plates.
- Use low-hydrogen electrodes.
- Suitable welding methods: SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW.
- Cutting:
- Plasma cutting and laser cutting provide the best results.
- Thermal cutting requires proper edge preparation.
- Bending:
- Minimum recommended bending radius: 3 times the plate thickness.
- Machining:
- Carbide tools are recommended for drilling and milling.
Advantages
- Durability: Increases the lifespan of equipment.
- Cost Efficiency: Reduces maintenance and replacement costs.
- High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Allows lighter designs without compromising performance.
- Global Availability: Widely stocked and supported.
Applications
- Dump truck bodies
- Mining equipment
- Crushers and screens
- Conveyors
- Buckets and blades
- Asphalt pavers
- Containers for bulk materials
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