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ASTM A182 F21 — Chemical Composition & Mechanical Properties

ASTM A182 F21 is a chrome-moly alloy steel grade for forged flanges & fittings (UNS K31545). It is also known as 3Cr-1Mo. This sheet summarises its chemical composition limits, minimum mechanical properties, heat treatment and typical service. Teshi Group manufactures flanges and fittings in this grade.

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ASTM A182 F21 at a glance

SpecificationASTM A182 F21
Material familyChrome-moly alloy steel
Product formForged flanges & fittings
UNS numberK31545
Also known as3Cr-1Mo
DocumentTG-MG-134 · Rev. 1 · October 2026

Typical service

3Cr-1Mo forgings for hydrogen and high-temperature service

Heat treatment

Annealed, normalised and tempered, or quenched and tempered

Chemical composition of ASTM A182 F21 (weight %)

C0.05–0.15
Mn0.30–0.60
P0.040 max
S0.040 max
Si0.50 max
Cr2.7–3.3
Mo0.80–1.06

Single values are maximums unless shown as a range or “min”.

Mechanical properties

Tensile strength, min515 MPa
Yield strength (0.2 % offset), min310 MPa
Elongation, min20 %
Hardness156–207 HBW

About chrome-moly alloy steel

Chrome-moly steels are low-alloy steels with 1–9 % chromium and 0.5–1 % molybdenum. Chromium gives oxidation and sulphidation resistance; molybdenum gives creep strength at high temperature. They are the standard choice for steam and hot hydrocarbon service above the carbon-steel range.

Reference information compiled from the published standard for convenience. It does not replace the current edition of the governing standard, which takes precedence. Verify critical dimensions and properties before design, purchase or fabrication. Teshi Engineers & Sales Promoters (P) Ltd accepts no liability for errors or omissions.

International equivalents of ASTM A182 F21

All equivalents
Standard systemNearest equivalent grade
USA — ASTM / ASMEASTM A182 F21 · ASME SA-182 F21
USA — UNSK31545
Japan — JISSFVAF21A

Equivalents are the nearest commonly cited grades. Chemistry, mechanical properties and testing differ between standards — compare them before substituting one for another.

Same alloy in other product forms

Product formSpecification / grade
Seamless pipeASTM A335 P21

FAQ

ASTM A182 F21: common questions

What is the minimum yield strength of ASTM A182 F21?

310 MPa, with a minimum tensile strength of 515 MPa.

What is the carbon content of ASTM A182 F21?

0.05–0.15 %.

How is ASTM A182 F21 heat treated?

Annealed, normalised and tempered, or quenched and tempered.

What is the JIS equivalent of ASTM A182 F21?

The nearest Japanese (JIS) equivalent is SFVAF21A.

Does Teshi Group supply ASTM A182 F21?

Teshi Group manufactures flanges and fittings in this grade. Send your size, rating and quantity to info@teshigroup.com for a quotation with EN 10204 3.1 certificates.

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