ASTM A532 Class II Type D Data Sheet
ASTM A532 Class II, Ni-Hard 2 High Chrome White Iron, Nickel-Chrome-High Carbon Alloy

ASTM A532 Class II is a specification for Ni-Hard 2 high chrome white iron castings, which are used in various applications requiring high wear resistance.

Material Recommendation

Suitable for applications where the wear mechanism is abrasion and impact. It has a lower CVF (carbide volume fraction) compared to ASTM A532 Class III alloys, resulting in lower abrasion resistance but higher toughness. With a carbide volume fraction of 30% and chromium used to form carbides, the addition of molybdenum is important for hardenability. Offers improved abrasion resistance compared to 15-3 alloys.

Chemical Composition (%)

Element Min Max
C (Carbon) 2.8 3.1
Mn (Manganese) - 1.0
Si (Silicon) - 1.5
Cr (Chromium) 18 25
Mo (Molybdenum) - 1.5

Physical & Mechanical Properties

Property Value
Density 0.26 lb/in³ (7.6 g/cm³)
Thermal Conductivity 8.6-17.3 Btu/hr·ft·°F (15-30 W/m·K)
Specific Heat (70°F) 0.119 Btu/lb·°F (J/Kg·K)
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (avg. 70-1112°F) 7.2 ×10⁶ °F⁻¹ (13 ×10⁶ °C⁻¹)
Melting Point 2300°F
Compressive Strength 429 Ksi (2960 MPa)
Flexural Strength 136 Ksi (938 MPa)

Typical Hardness

Condition Brinell Hardness (depending on thickness)
As Cast 450-550
Hardened >650

Applications

Heat Treatment

Normalizing: Heat to 1850°F (1010°C), hold for 2 hours, then air cool. Tempering: Heat to 400-600°F (205-315°C), hold for 2 hours, then air cool. This results in a martensitic matrix with primary and secondary carbides distributed throughout.

Welding Guide

Preheating
Preheat to 300-400°F (150-200°C) using a neutral oxy-acetylene flame or electric heating elements.
Welding
Use AWS EFeCr-B or EFeCr-C electrodes. Maintain interpass temperature between 300-400°F (150-200°C). Use low-hydrogen welding procedures.
Post-Weld Heat Treatment
Heat to 1100°F (595°C), hold for 1 hour per inch of thickness, then furnace cool to 400°F (205°C) before air cooling.

Production Notes

Produced by controlled melting and casting processes to ensure uniform carbide distribution and minimize porosity. Ultrasonic and magnetic particle inspection available for quality control.

ASTM A532 Class II Type D, also known as Ni-Hard 2, is an abrasion resistant material used in applications where impact is also a concern as the wear mechanism.

Good for both wet and dry applications, Ni-Hard 2 should also be considered if there are low or medium dynamic stresses. The as-cast hardness is typically 600 BHN depending on the section thickness of the casting, and it has been used in everything from cyclones in the mining industry to rollers in steel mills.

Ni-Hard 2 is more expensive than Ni-Hard 1, but over the last 10 years many users of this material have been changing to ASTM A532 Class III materials due to their improved properties.

Chemical Composition

ASTM A532 standard has issued the chemical and hardness requirements for abrasion-resistant cast iron material grades, type A, B, C, D. Designation Ni-Cr-HiC, Ni-Cr-LoC, Ni-Cr-GB, Ni-HiCr, and Cr-Mo.

Element Minimum (%) Maximum (%)
C (Carbon) 2.8 3.6
Mn (Manganese) - 2.0
Si (Silicon) - 0.8
Cr (Chromium) 1.4 4.0
Mo (Molybdenum) - 1.5
Ni (Nickel) 3.3 5.0

Physical and Mechanical Properties

Property Value
Density lb/in³ (g/cm³) 0.27-0.28 (7.6-7.8)
Thermal Conductivity Btu/hr·ft·F (W/m·K) 8.6-17.3 (15-30)
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion Ɛ/F(Ɛ/C)X10⁶ average between 50-800F 4.5-7.1 (8-1.8)
Melting Temperature (F) 2300 F
Modulus of Elasticity (GPa) 24-26 (169-183)
Transverse Strength Ksi(MPa) 70-90 (500-620)
Tensile Strength Ksi(MPa) sand cast 40-50 (280-350)

Hardness and Wear Properties

Hardness Requirements
  • Casting Hardness (section thickness dependent): 550-690 BHN
  • As Cast: 53 HRC Min.
  • Hardened: 56 HRC Min.
Wear Resistance Properties
  • ASTM G81 Jaw Crusher Volume Loss: 1000-2000 mm³ (over 6x better than AR400)
  • ASTM G65 Wear Resistance Volume Loss: 30-50 mm³ (~9x better than AR400)
  • Slurry Jet Erosion Volume Loss 90°: 10-20 mm³
  • Slurry Jet Erosion Volume Loss 45°: 5-15 mm³
  • Slurry Jet Erosion Volume Loss 20°: 3-5 mm³
  • Relative Coriolis Erosion Resistance: 60-80x better than 1018 Steel

Applications

Common Applications
Mining crusher liners
Chute liners
Augers
Liners
Elbows
Volutes and impellers for concrete and aggregate processing
Corrosion Resistance

Ni-Hard is not typically chosen for its corrosion resistance properties. For development of a passive film on the surface, which will impart moderate corrosion resistance, the metal matrix must have more than 12% chromium dissolved in it.

Ni-Hard does not have this amount of chromium dissolved in its matrix. The higher chromium alloys (and Ni-Hard 4) have improved corrosion resistance compared to Ni-Hard 1.

Processing Note: This alloy is supplied in the hardened condition.

Comparison with ASTM A532 Class II Type D

Feature ASTM A532 Class I Type A (Ni-Hard 1) ASTM A532 Class II Type D
Chromium Content 1.4-4.0% 18-25%
Nickel Content 3.3-5.0% Not required
As-Cast Hardness 550-690 BHN 450-550 BHN
Hardened Supplied in hardened condition >650 BHN
Corrosion Resistance Limited Good
Machinability Limited Can be machined and faced for fit purposes, but cannot be drilled and tapped
Cost Least expensive wear material Higher cost than Class I Type A
Note: Over the last 10 years, many users of Ni-Hard 1 (Class I Type A) have been changing to ASTM A532 Class II and III materials due to their improved properties, particularly in corrosion resistance and wear performance.

ASTM A532 Class I Type A vs Class II Type D Comparison

Class I Type A (Ni-Cr-HC)

  • Chromium Content: 15-18%
  • Nickel Content: 0.5-1.0%
  • Hardness: ≥63 HRC

Class II Type D (Cr-Mo-HC)

  • Chromium Content: 20-28%
  • Molybdenum Content: 1.5-3.0%
  • Hardness: ≥58 HRC

Technical Comparison

Feature Class I Type A Class II Type D
Primary Alloy Elements Nickel-Chromium System Chromium-Molybdenum System
Impact Resistance Higher (Composite Structure) Standard
Corrosion Resistance Superior Moderate
Typical Applications Mining crushers, Cement plants Coal handling, Power generation

Selection Guidelines:

  • Choose Class I Type A for applications requiring combined abrasion resistance and corrosion protection
  • Prefer Class II Type D for pure abrasion environments with impact loading

Microstructure Characteristics

Class I Type A

Martensitic matrix with chromium carbides and nickel-enhanced toughness

Class II Type D

Hyper-eutectic structure with molybdenum-stabilized carbides

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