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AISI High-Strength Low-Alloy: SAE 942X


High-Strength Low-Alloy Steel

Name Class Alloy Type
SAE 942X Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 945A Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 945C Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 945X Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 950A Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 950B Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 950C Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 950D Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 950X Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 955X Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 960X Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 965X Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 970X Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel
SAE 980X Alloy steel HSLA (High-Strength Low-Alloy) steel

SAE 942X is a specific grade of High-Strength Low-Alloy (HSLA) Steel. Here are some important property data for this material:

1.      Chemical Composition: SAE 942X contains iron, carbon, manganese, silicon, phosphorus, sulfur, chromium, nickel, molybdenum, and copper. The exact composition may vary depending on the manufacturer's specifications.

Element

Weight %

C

 0.21 

Mn

 1.35 

P

 0.04 

S

 0.05 

Si

 0.90 

 2.      Density: The density of SAE 942X is approximately 7.85 g/cm³.

3.   Mechanical Properties: SAE 942X is a high-strength steel that can provide excellent mechanical properties. The typical tensile strength for this material ranges from 550 MPa to 700 MPa, and the yield strength ranges from 380 MPa to 500 MPa. The elongation is typically around 15-20%.

4.      Corrosion Resistance: SAE 942X contains alloying elements that provide some degree of corrosion resistance. However, it is not as corrosion resistant as stainless steel or other alloys specifically designed for corrosion resistance.

5.      Weldability: SAE 942X is generally considered to be weldable using common welding techniques like gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). However, it is important to take proper precautions to avoid issues such as cracking or porosity.

Overall, SAE 942X is a high-strength, low-alloy steel that is commonly used in automotive and other industrial applications that require high strength and good weldability. Its mechanical properties make it suitable for use in structural components, such as chassis, suspension systems, and roll cages.

 
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