Product Description
Material Overview
15CrMoV6 (Werkstoff-Nr. 1.7734) is a low-carbon, high-strength chromium-molybdenum-vanadium aerospace alloy steel. It is identical in composition and performance to the French 15CDV6 specification. Renowned for its exceptional yield-to-tensile ratio, toughness, and fatigue resistance, 15CrMoV6 is especially valued for its outstanding weldabilityretaining high mechanical strength in welded joints without requiring complex pre-heating or post-weld heat treatment.
Chemical Composition (Mass Fraction %)
| Element | Min % | Max % |
| Carbon (C) | 0.12 | 0.18 |
| Silicon (Si) | | 0.20 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.80 | 1.10 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 1.25 | 1.50 |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 0.80 | 1.00 |
| Vanadium (V) | 0.20 | 0.30 |
| Phosphorus (P) | | 0.020 |
| Sulfur (S) | | 0.015 |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance | Balance |
Mechanical Properties by Heat Treatment Condition
| Supply Condition | Standard Code | Tensile Strength (Rm) | Yield Strength (Rp0.2) | Elongation (A5) | Hardness |
| Soft Annealed | 1.7734.2 | | | | 197 HB |
| Normalized / Tempered | 1.7734.4 | 700 MPa | 550 MPa | 13% | |
| Quenched & Tempered | 1.7734.5 | 980 1180 MPa | 790 MPa | 11% | 293 352 HB |
| High Strength Q&T | 1.7734.6 | 1080 1250 MPa | 930 MPa | 10% | 321 363 HB |
Physical Properties
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Density: $7.80 text{ g/cm}^3$
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Modulus of Elasticity ($E$): $190 text{ to } 210 text{ GPa}$
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Thermal Conductivity: $approx 35 text{ W/(m}cdottext{K)}$
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Specific Heat Capacity: $460 text{ J/(kg}cdottext{K)}$
Key Industry Standards & Cross-References
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Werkstoff-Nr.: 1.7734
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German Aviation Standard: WL 1.7734.2 / WL 1.7734.4 / WL 1.7734.5 / WL 1.7734.6
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German Standard (LN): LN 9369
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French Aviation Standards: AIR 9160C (15CDV6), ASNA 3108
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European Aerospace (EN): EN 2218, EN 2219, EN 2220
Key Applications
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Aerospace & Defense: Rocket motor casings, space launcher structural frames, pressure vessels, high-stress missile hardware, aircraft landing gear components, and airframe brackets.
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Motorsport: Formula 1 chassis tubes, suspension wishbones, roll cages, drive shafts, and high-stress fasteners.
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Industrial & Energy: High-pressure cylinders and critical structural fittings where high yield strength and weldability are essential.
Precision Engineered for Aerospace Reliability15CrMoV6 Alloy Round Bars are crafted through advanced hot-rolled and forged processes, guaranteeing dimensional accuracy and superb surface finish. Their consistent mechanical integrity and specified tolerances make them an ideal solution for structural components in the most demanding aerospace and defense sectors.
Robust Properties & Customization OptionsThese bars offer a combination of good corrosion resistance, high strength, and customizable hardness levels to suit specific aerospace requirements. With choices in finish such as peeled, polished, or rough turned, and packaging tailored from industrial standards to customer specifics, they offer unmatched flexibility for diverse project needs.
FAQ's of 15CrMoV6 Aerospace Aircraft Alloy Round Bars:
Q: How is the surface quality of 15CrMoV6 Aerospace Alloy Round Bars ensured?
A: The round bars undergo careful processing, including peeling, polishing, or rough turning, to achieve a smooth surface that is free from defects. Each bar is visually inspected and tested as per aerospace quality standards to guarantee superior surface condition.
Q: What are the primary applications for 15CrMoV6 round bars?
A: These alloy steel bars are used in aerospace, aircraft, defense, and critical structural components due to their high strength, corrosion resistance, and reliability under stress, making them suitable for essential load-bearing and high-performance parts.
Q: When can customers request specific mechanical properties or hardness levels?
A: Customers can request mechanical properties and hardness specifications at the time of order placement, ensuring that the bars are tailored during the manufacturing and heat treatment processes to meet stringent aerospace or individual project requirements.
Q: Where are 15CrMoV6 round bars commonly supplied from in India?
A: They are produced and supplied across India by an extensive network of dealers, manufacturers, exporters, fabricators, retailers, and traders specializing in high-grade alloy materials for the aerospace industry.
Q: What is the typical process for manufacturing and finishing these alloy round bars?
A: The manufacturing involves hot rolling or forging, followed by rigorous heat treatments such as annealing, normalizing, and tempering. Afterward, bars are color-coded for identification, finished to customer specifications, and subjected to industrial-standard testing and packing.
Q: How does the excellent machinability of 15CrMoV6 benefit aerospace manufacturers?
A: Post heat treatment, the alloy allows for efficient and precise machining, reducing production time and tool wear, which is highly advantageous when fabricating intricate aerospace components.