ASTM F436
ASTM F436 covers the chemical and mechanical requirements for hardened washers in diameters ranging from 1/4″ to 4″ inclusive. These heat treated washers are for general purpose and structural use and are suitable for use with A325 and A490 structural bolts. Additionally, they are used with bolts per
A449,
A354,
A193,
A320,
F1554 and whenever specified.
F436 Types
| Type 1 |
Carbon Steel |
| Type 3 |
Weathering Steel |
F436 Styles
| Circular |
Round SAE pattern |
Sizes 1/4" through 4" |
F436 Mechanical Properties
| Plain Finish |
Hot Dip Galvanized |
| Rockwell Hardness 38 to 45 HRC |
Rockwell Hardness 26 to 45 HRC |
F436 Chemical Requirements
| Element |
Type 1 |
Type 3 |
| Phosphorous, max |
0.040% |
0.040% |
| Sulfur, max |
0.050% |
0.050% |
| Silicon |
- |
0.15 - 0.35% |
| Chromium |
- |
0.45 - 0.65% |
| Nickel |
- |
0.25 - 0.45% |
| Copper |
- |
0.25 - 0.45% |
| Weathering steel washer may also be made from any of the steels listed in Table 2 of F3125. |
