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Chrome-molyAlloy steel castingsTG-MG-150 · Rev. 1 · October 2026

ASTM A217 C5 — Chemical Composition & Mechanical Properties

ASTM A217 C5 is a chrome-moly alloy steel grade for alloy steel castings (UNS J42045, EN / W.Nr ≈ 1.7363 (GX15CrMo5)). It is also known as 5Cr-½Mo cast. This sheet summarises its chemical composition limits, minimum mechanical properties, heat treatment and typical service. Teshi Group manufactures valves with bodies in this grade.

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ASTM A217 C5 at a glance

SpecificationASTM A217 C5
Material familyChrome-moly alloy steel
Product formAlloy steel castings
UNS numberJ42045
EN / W.Nr equivalent≈ 1.7363 (GX15CrMo5)
Also known as5Cr-½Mo cast
DocumentTG-MG-150 · Rev. 1 · October 2026

Typical service

5Cr-½Mo valve bodies for refinery service

Heat treatment

Normalised and tempered 675 °C min

Chemical composition of ASTM A217 C5 (weight %)

C0.20 max
Mn0.40–0.70
P0.04 max
S0.045 max
Si0.75 max
Cr4.00–6.50
Mo0.45–0.65

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

Mechanical properties

Tensile strength, min620 MPa
Yield strength (0.2 % offset), min415 MPa
Elongation, min18 %
Tensile strength, max795 MPa
HardnessNot specified

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 A217 C5

All equivalents
Standard systemNearest equivalent grade
USA — ASTM / ASMEASTM A217 C5 · ASME SA-217 C5
USA — UNSJ42045
Europe — EN designationGX15CrMo5 (EN 10213)
Europe — W.Nr1.7365
Japan — JISSCPH61 (JIS G5151)
China — GB / NBC5 (GB/T 12229) / ZG16Cr5Mo
China — old GB designationZG1Cr5Mo
UK — BS (withdrawn)BS 1504-625

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

FAQ

ASTM A217 C5: common questions

What is the minimum yield strength of ASTM A217 C5?

415 MPa, with a minimum tensile strength of 620 MPa.

What is the carbon content of ASTM A217 C5?

0.20 max %.

What is the UNS number and EN equivalent of ASTM A217 C5?

UNS J42045; the nearest European designation is W.Nr ≈ 1.7363 (GX15CrMo5). Equivalents are close but not identical — check the specification if substituting.

How is ASTM A217 C5 heat treated?

Normalised and tempered 675 °C min.

What is the Chinese (GB) equivalent of ASTM A217 C5?

The nearest Chinese equivalent is C5 (GB/T 12229) / ZG16Cr5Mo, formerly ZG1Cr5Mo. Equivalents are close but not identical — compare chemistry and properties before substituting.

What is the JIS equivalent of ASTM A217 C5?

The nearest Japanese (JIS) equivalent is SCPH61 (JIS G5151).

Does Teshi Group supply ASTM A217 C5?

Teshi Group manufactures valves with bodies 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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