🔍 Product Overview
AR400 steel plate is a high-carbon, abrasion-resistant alloy steel designed for applications requiring moderate-to-heavy wear resistance. With a Brinell Hardness Number (BHN) ranging from 360 to 440, AR400 offers an excellent combination of hardness, toughness, and formability. This makes it ideal for use in mining equipment, construction machinery, and material handling systems.
📊 Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Brinell Hardness (BHN) | 360 – 440 |
| Thickness Range | 3/16″ – 4″ |
| Width Range | 48″ – 120″ |
| Length Range | Up to 480″ |
| Yield Strength | 965 – 1187 MPa (140 – 172 ksi) |
| Tensile Strength | 1241 – 1318 MPa (180 – 191 ksi) |
| Elongation | 10% – 23% |
| Heat Treatment | Quenched and Tempered |
| ASTM Specifications | A514, A6 |
⚙️ Key Features
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Enhanced Hardness: Provides superior resistance to sliding and impact wear.
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Good Formability: Maintains ductility for forming and fabrication processes.
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Versatile Applications: Suitable for various industries requiring durable materials.
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Consistent Quality: Mill test reports supplied with each order ensure compliance with specifications.
⚖️ AR400 vs. AR450 Steel: Comparative Analysis
| Feature | AR400 Steel | AR450 Steel |
|---|---|---|
| Brinell Hardness | 360 – 440 BHN | 420 – 495 BHN |
| Wear Resistance | Moderate to High | High |
| Impact Resistance | High | Moderate |
| Formability | Good | Moderate |
| Typical Applications | Dump truck bodies, hoppers | Mining equipment, construction machinery |