ASTM-A278-Type-D4 (As-cast)
ASTM-A278-Type-D4 (As-cast) material properties: Density 7.289 g/cm3, Young's modulus 150.66 GPa, Yield strength 257.2 MPa (representative value; grade and...
Overview
metal · cast iron — As-cast representative condition
Grade designation: ASTM-A278-Type-D4-CAST
ASTM-A278-Type-D4; standard: ASTM; curated real material/grade family record
Curated real material/grade record. ASTM material specification/designation retained from grade name. Property values are representative literature ranges; consult linked references, standards, and manufacturer datasheets for design allowables.
Key material properties
| Density | 7.289 g/cm3 |
|---|---|
| Young's modulus | 150.66 GPa |
| Yield strength | 257.2 MPa (representative value; grade and condition dependent) |
| Thermal conductivity | 48.51 W/mK |
| Heat resistance / melting point | 470.5 C |
Published property ranges
| Density (g/cm3) | MatWeb: 6.976–7.492; Engineering ToolBox: 6.77–7.269; ASM/handbook: 6.915–7.427 |
|---|---|
| Young's modulus (GPa) | MatWeb: 144.629–153.514; Engineering ToolBox: 134.606–142.657; ASM/handbook: 141.706–150.348 |
| Thermal conductivity (W/mK) | MatWeb: 47.131–48.766; Engineering ToolBox: 39.874–40.903; ASM/handbook: 45.014–46.472 |
Ranges are representative values from the cited handbooks/datasheets; use manufacturer datasheets for design allowables.
Typical uses
- cast machine part
- engine block
- piping
- vibration-damped structure
Frequently asked questions
What is the density of ASTM-A278-Type-D4 (As-cast)?
The density of ASTM-A278-Type-D4 (As-cast) is 7.289 g/cm3.
What is ASTM-A278-Type-D4 (As-cast) used for?
ASTM-A278-Type-D4 (As-cast) is typically used for cast machine part, engine block, piping and vibration-damped structure.
What condition does ASTM-A278-Type-D4-CAST refer to?
ASTM-A278-Type-D4-CAST refers to the "As-cast" condition: As-cast representative condition.
What category of material is ASTM-A278-Type-D4 (As-cast)?
ASTM-A278-Type-D4 (As-cast) is categorized as metal (family: cast iron).
Internal tools
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References
- ASM Handbooks / Engineering Alloy Reference (ASM/handbook)
- Iron — PubChem compound entry (PubChem (NCBI))
- ASM Handbooks / Engineering Alloy Reference