Supreme Steels

15VDC6

Product Description:

15VDC6 is a high-strength, low-alloy steel designed for applications requiring excellent mechanical properties and good resistance to wear and fatigue. It is typically used in components subjected to high loads, such as those in the automotive, aerospace, and heavy machinery industries.

Chemical Composition:

Element Composition (%)
Carbon (C) 0.12–0.18
Vanadium (V) 0.25–0.35
Chromium (Cr) 1.0–1.3
Manganese (Mn) 0.5–0.8
Silicon (Si) ≤ 0.35
Nickel (Ni) ≤ 0.3
Phosphorus (P) ≤ 0.035
Sulfur (S) ≤ 0.035
Iron (Fe) Balance

Mechanical Properties:

Property Value
Yield Strength (σ₀.₂) ≥ 550 MPa
Ultimate Tensile Strength (σᵤ) 850–950 MPa
Elongation (δ₅) ≥ 15%
Impact Toughness (KCU) ≥ 60 J/cm²
Hardness (HB) 220–300 (after heat treatment)

Physical Properties:

Property Value
Density ~7.85 g/cm³
Melting Point ~1400–1450°C
Thermal Conductivity ~40 W/m·K
Specific Heat Capacity ~460 J/kg·K

Heat Treatment:

Applications:

Corrosion Resistance

15VDC6 offers moderate corrosion resistance due to its alloying elements, such as chromium and vanadium. For enhanced corrosion protection, it is often surface-treated or coated e.g., nitriding, galvanizing, or painting.