Chemical Composition
Base Element
C (Carbon)
0.45
%  (maximum)  
Fe (Iron)
95.3 to 95.7
%    (estimate)
Mn (Manganese)
0.8
%    
Ni (Nickel)
3.5
%    
Balance
Composition Note
Fe is listed as a Balance element for this material, but its % value is not listed in the specification. The value shown is a calculated one.
 
Mechanical Properties
Yield Strength
655 to 827
MPa    
Ultimate Tensile Strength
827 to 1000
MPa    
Elongation
14 to 20
% strain    
 
Other Information
Material Class
Country
USA
Description
Heat treated: 120,000-145,000 TS; 95,000-120,000 YP; 14-20 El; 0-40 RA. For general and structural castings, shafts, gears, housings. AISI 2340. Tough, shock resistant.
Designation
BIRDSBORO-CNI
Specification Type
Specification Status
Source
Available forms
Similar Alloys
 
Links
Organizations

 



No warranty is given for the accuracy of these data
Copyright © 2024 ASM International®