ASTM A232 Chromium-Vanadium Alloy Steel Valve Spring Quality Wire

Chemical composition

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1. Stable linearity, good formability. Uniform and beautiful surface condition.

2. High plasticity and good fatigue resistance. And we provide Self-Inspection Reports and Raw-Material Test Certificates.

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4. Large stock available, no MOQ requirement.

Supplying Size:

Diameter:0.3-20mm

Dimensional tolerances

Wire in coils

The tolerances level for the wire diameter is based on EN 10218-2:1996 level:

-T5 for wire diameter up to and including 0,80 mm;

-T4 for 0,80 mm up to 10,00 mm;

-T3 above 10,00 mm.

Wire in cut lengths

The requirements for length tolerances and straightness are as in EN 10218-2:1996. The tolerance on the nominal length shall only be in plus keeping the same tolerance range

A232 Alloy Spring Steel Wire Surface finish

The wire shall be protected against corrosion and mechanical damage. Unless otherwise specified the wire shall be delivered in slightly oiled condition. The surface of the wire as received shall be free of imperfections such as pits, die marks, scratches, seams, and other defects tending to impair the fatigue value of the springs

Tensile Requirements

A232 Alloy Spring Steel Wire Classification

The grade for normal applications made from unalloyed or alloyed steel has the abbreviation FD and is intended for static applications.

Spring steel wire for medium fatigue levels, such as required for some clutch springs from unailoyed or alloyed steel, has the abbreviation TD.

Spring steel wire from unalloyed steel or alloyed steel intended for use under severe dynamic duty such as for valve springs or other springs with similar requirements has the abbreviation VD.

Medium and high fatigue grades TD and VD are characterized by high steel cleanliness, specific chemical, mechanical and technological parameters and a well defined surface condition in relation to the allowable depth of surface defects and decarburization.

The static grade FD is characterized by its chemical, mechanical and technological characteristics as well as by a specified surface condition concerning surface defects and decarburization.

A232 Non metallic inclusions

The VD grades shall be checked for maximum size of inclusion according to ENV 10247. The allowable level of inclusions shall be agreed between the parties at the enquiry and order.

A232 Form of delivery

Alloy wire shall be supplied in coils, on spools or in cut lengths. The wire in coils or on spools shall form one continuous length. Wire in coil may also be supplied on carriers containing one or more coils.

For VD and TD grades no welds are permitted after the heat treatments preceding the final drawing operation; for 'FD' grades no welds shall be made at finished size unless agreed otherwise between the parties.

The supplied wire units shall be tightly bound to ensure that wire spiral waps do not spring out unforeseen. The starting end shall be marked and at the coil ends the wire shall be covered with a protective cap.

A232 Alloy Spring Steel Wire Surface quality

The surface of the wire shall be smooth and permissible depth of surface defects at the coil ends shall be in accordance with Table.

By in-line control of surface defects the areas of the coil with defects above the level of Table 7 shall be marked. In-line testing is not performed for FD-grades.

The number of defective parts that can be tolerated may be agreed between the parties.

A232 Surface decarburization

The wire grades according to this standard shall be free from total decarburization. The maximum depths of the partially decarburized zone shall be checked at the end of the coils.

Alloy Spring Steel Wire that is heat treated in line in the following way: it is first transformed into austenite, quenched in oil or similar quenching medium, followed immediately by tempering by heating to the appropriate temperature.

Alloy Spring Steel Wire made from unalloyed or alloyed steels. They are primarily subject to torsional stresses such as in compression and extension springs and in special cases also for applications where the spring wire is subject to bending stresses such as lever springs. As a rule unalloyed steels are used for applications at room temperature whereas alloyed steels are generally used at a temperature above room temperature. Alloyed steels may also be chosen for above average tensile strengths.

A232 Testing and inspection

Coiling test

Torsion test

heat analysis;

result of the tensile test

result of the torsion test

actual wire diameter

Tensile test

Information to be supplied by the purchaser

The purchaser shall clearly state in his enquiry or order the product and following information :

a)the desired quantity;

b)the number of this European Standard: EN 10270-2;

c)wire grade

d)the nominal wire diameter;

e)the form of delivery and unit mass;

f)the type of inspection document;

g)any particular agreement made.

For over 20 years, Fushun Steel, have been dedicated to manufacturing high-quality spring steel wire. Our stable quality and superior technique are the foundations of our success, and we pride ourselves on delivering products that meet or exceed our customers' expectations. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, we utilize the latest technologies to ensure consistent quality and timely delivery.

We have more than 400 employees and our plant covers an area of nearly 15,000 square meters, with an annual output of 100,000 tons. Our advanced equipment allows us to produce high-quality spring steel products efficiently, meeting the needs of our customers.

In the production of spring steel wire, a variety of specialized equipment is essential. Shot Peening Machine. Wire Drawing Machine. Phosphating Equipment. Annealing Furnace. Polishing Equipment. Wire Coiling Machine. End Grinding Machine. Tensile and Compression Testing Machine.

Our commitment to excellence and reliability has resulted in long-standing partnerships with some of the biggest names in the industry. Like MW Industries, NHK Spring, Scherdel, Sogefi, Mubea etc. We also have established partnerships with several prominent Chinese steel groups, like Baowusteel, Xinyusteel, Nanjinsteel, Shagang etc.

Our spring steel wire comes in various categories such as music wire, hard drawn wire, oil tempered wire, chrome silicon wire, chrome vanadium wire, stainless steel wire, nickel plated wire, phosphate coated wire, galvanized wire, and copper coated wire.

Spring steel wire is a versatile material that is utilized in the manufacture of a wide array of products. including automotive suspension springs, valve springs, and torsion springs. Beyond springs, paper clips and mattress supports. In addition, spring steel wire is essential in the creation of retaining rings and circlips that are utilized to secure components on shafts or within bores, and in making various types of fasteners. The durability and resilience of spring steel wire also make it a key material in the manufacturing of certain types of cable, fencing, and even some musical instruments, such as piano and guitar strings, where its ability to return to its original shape after deformation is highly valued.