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Chrome-molyAlloy steel castingsTG-MG-149 · Rev. 1 · October 2026

ASTM A217 WC1 — Chemical Composition & Mechanical Properties

ASTM A217 WC1 is a chrome-moly alloy steel grade for alloy steel castings (UNS J12524, EN / W.Nr ≈ 1.5419 (G20Mo5)). It is also known as C-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 WC1 at a glance

SpecificationASTM A217 WC1
Material familyChrome-moly alloy steel
Product formAlloy steel castings
UNS numberJ12524
EN / W.Nr equivalent≈ 1.5419 (G20Mo5)
Also known asC-½Mo cast
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Typical service

Carbon-moly valve bodies

Heat treatment

Normalised and tempered 595 °C min

Chemical composition of ASTM A217 WC1 (weight %)

C0.25 max
Mn0.50–0.80
P0.04 max
S0.045 max
Si0.60 max
Mo0.45–0.65

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

Mechanical properties

Tensile strength, min450 MPa
Yield strength (0.2 % offset), min240 MPa
Elongation, min24 %
Tensile strength, max620 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 WC1

All equivalents
Standard systemNearest equivalent grade
USA — ASTM / ASMEASTM A217 WC1 · ASME SA-217 WC1
USA — UNSJ12524
Europe — EN designationG20Mo5 (EN 10213)
Europe — W.Nr1.5419
Japan — JISSCPH11 (JIS G5151)
China — GB / NBWC1 (GB/T 12229) / ZG20Mo
UK — BS (withdrawn)BS 1504-245

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 WC1: common questions

What is the minimum yield strength of ASTM A217 WC1?

240 MPa, with a minimum tensile strength of 450 MPa.

What is the carbon content of ASTM A217 WC1?

0.25 max %.

What is the UNS number and EN equivalent of ASTM A217 WC1?

UNS J12524; the nearest European designation is W.Nr ≈ 1.5419 (G20Mo5). Equivalents are close but not identical — check the specification if substituting.

How is ASTM A217 WC1 heat treated?

Normalised and tempered 595 °C min.

What is the Chinese (GB) equivalent of ASTM A217 WC1?

The nearest Chinese equivalent is WC1 (GB/T 12229) / ZG20Mo. Equivalents are close but not identical — compare chemistry and properties before substituting.

What is the JIS equivalent of ASTM A217 WC1?

The nearest Japanese (JIS) equivalent is SCPH11 (JIS G5151).

Does Teshi Group supply ASTM A217 WC1?

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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