Q195 steel is a common low-carbon steel known for its excellent formability, moderate strength, and cost-effectiveness. It’s widely used in various industries, including automotive, construction, and metal fabrication.
Chemical Composition
Chemical composition of Q195 steel
Element
C
Mn
P
S
Ni
Content
0.12
0.5
0.035
0.04
0.3
Mechanical Properties
Q195 Mechanical Properties (Mpa=N/mm2), Test sample: Ø 16mm steel bar
Grade
Yield Strength
Tensile Strength
Elongation %
Q195
195 Mpa
315 – 430 Mpa
33
Q195 Steel Equivalent
China
USA
Germany
Japanese
UK
France
ISO
GB
ASTM
DIN
JIS
BS
NF
ISO
Q195
Gr.B (σS185MPa),
St33,
SS330,
040A10,
A33,
HR2 (σs195)
Gr.C (σS205MPa)
S185 (σS185MPa)
SPHC (σS205MPa),
S185 (σS185MPa)
S185 (σS185MPa)
SPHD (σS205MPa)
Processing and Heat Treatment
Q195 steel is highly formable through processes like cold rolling, hot rolling, and welding. To prevent defects like internal stress and cracks, processing temperature and deformation must be carefully controlled. Due to its limited hardenability, annealing and normalizing are preferred heat treatments. Annealing reduces internal stress, refines grain structure, and improves ductility. Normalizing enhances strength, hardness, and machinability.
Difference Between Q195, Q235, Q275, and Q215 Steel
Steel Grade
Yield Strength (MPa)
Mechanical Properties
Weldability
Processability
Typical Applications
Q195
195
Good ductility, good toughness, good weldability
Good
Good
Foundation bolts, low-carbon steel wire, welded pipes
Q215
≈215
Good ductility, good toughness, excellent weldability
Good
Good
Metal components under static load
Q235
235
Moderate strength, good ductility, good toughness
Good
Good
Construction structures, machinery parts, bridges, vehicles, pipes
Q275
275
High strength, good ductility, excellent machinability
Good
Good
Gears, shafts, sprockets, and other high-strength parts
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