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IS 2062 E250 / E350: properties, composition, uses and standards
Short answer
IS 2062 E250 / E350 is an Indian-standard structural mild steel, chosen for structures, fabrication and general engineering in India., density 7.85 g/cm³.
What is IS 2062 E250 / E350?
IS 2062 E250 / E350 is an Indian-standard structural mild steel. Engineers choose it for structures, fabrication and general engineering in India. It is also known as IS 2062 E250BR, MS plate, Mild steel plate.
- Designation
- IS 2062 E250 / E350
- Also called
- IS 2062 E250BR · MS plate · Mild steel plate
- Standard
- IS 2062
- Density
- 7.85 g/cm³
- Melting range
- 1420 – 1530 °C
- Magnetic
- Magnetic
Chemical composition
| Element | Weight % |
|---|---|
| Carbon | 0.22 max (E250) · 0.20 max (E350) |
| Manganese | 1.50 max (E250) · 1.55 max (E350) |
| Silicon | 0.40 max |
| Phosphorus | 0.045 max |
| Sulphur | 0.045 max |
Per IS 2062.
Mechanical properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield strength | 250 MPa (E250) · 350 MPa (E350) |
| Tensile strength | 410 MPa (E250) · 490 MPa (E350) |
| Elongation | 23% (E250) · 22% (E350) |
Minimum values. Values for pipe, bar and forgings differ slightly — see the product standard.
Where IS 2062 E250 / E350 is used
- Construction. Structural steelwork. Industry →
- Fabrication. Tanks, frames and machine bases. Industry →
Welding IS 2062
The matching filler is E7018 / ER70S-6. —.
IS 2062 E250 / E350 standards by product
| Product | Standard |
|---|---|
| IS 2062 E250 / E350 sheet | IS 2062 |
| IS 2062 E250 / E350 plate | IS 2062 |
| IS 2062 E250 / E350 coil | IS 2062 |
Buying IS 2062 E250 / E350: what to specify
- The product standard and the UNS or designation — for example IS 2062.
- Size, thickness or schedule, and quantity in pieces and kg or metres.
- Heat-treatment condition where the standard offers a choice.
- Certificate: EN 10204 3.1 as standard, 3.2 if a third party must witness.