Forged Blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250)

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FORGED BLOCKS MARAGING 250 (18NI-250): A HIGH-STRENGTH, LOW-ALLOY STEEL SOLUTION FOR DEMANDING APPLICATIONS
Forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) are a type of low-alloy steel that is widely used in demanding applications, such as aerospace, defense, and tooling industries. This alloy is known for its excellent high-strength, toughness, and resistance to crack propagation.
Chemical Properties of Forged Blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250)
The chemical composition of forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) is:
- Nickel (Ni): 17.0-19.0%- Cobalt (Co): 8.0-9.0%- Titanium (Ti): 0.2-0.4%- Aluminum (Al): 0.1-0.3%- Carbon (C): 0.03% max- Manganese (Mn): 0.10% max- Silicon (Si): 0.10% max
Equivalent Grades of Forged Blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250)
Some of the equivalent grades of forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) include:
- ASTM A538: Maraging Steel Grade 250- ASME SA538: Maraging Steel Grade 250- DIN 1.6358: Maraging Steel X3NiCoMoTi 18-9-5- EN 1.6358: Maraging Steel X3NiCoMoTi 18-9-5- ISO 683-14: Maraging Steel X3NiCoMoTi 18-9-5- BS 3S132: Maraging Steel X3NiCoMoTi 18-9-5- AFNOR Z3NiCoMoTi 18-9-5: Maraging Steel X3NiCoMoTi 18-9-5
Mechanical Properties of Forged Blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250)
The mechanical properties of forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) include:
- Tensile Strength: 2500-2800 MPa (362-406 ksi)- Yield Strength: 2400-2600 MPa (348-377 ksi)- Elongation: 10-15%- Hardness: 550-600 HB
Physical Properties of Forged Blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250)
The physical properties of forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) include:
- Density: 8.1-8.3 g/cm³- Melting Point: 1400-1450°C (2552-2642°F)- Thermal Conductivity: 15-20 W/mK- Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 10-12 ppm/°C (18-22 ppm/°F)
Applications of Forged Blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250)
Forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) are widely used in various industries, including:
- Aerospace: engine components, fasteners, and structural components- Defense: armor plate, ordnance components, and other defense-related applications- Tooling: molds, dies, and other tooling components
Comparison with Other Maraging Steels
Forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) have several advantages over other maraging steels, including:
- Excellent high-strength: forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) have excellent high-strength, making them ideal for aerospace and defense applications- Good toughness: forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) have good toughness, making them resistant to crack propagation- Low distortion: forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) have low distortion, making them ideal for precision components
Conclusion
Forged blocks Maraging 250 (18Ni-250) are a high-strength, low-alloy steel solution that is widely used in demanding applications. Its excellent mechanical and physical properties, combined with its good toughness and low distortion, make it an ideal choice for aerospace, defense, and