GS60 is a non-alloy cast steel with a high tensile strength. This material is mainly used for parts where high abrasion resistance is required. GS60 is a cast steel variant of C60 structural steel.
GS60 is suitable for running wheels, cable sheaves, drums and guide rails among other products.
Standards / designations
| EN 10293 (EU) | GE 300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| DIN 1681 (DE) | GS-60 | ||
| WERKSTOFFNUMMER (DE) | 1.0558 | ||
| ALT | GS60, GS 60 | ||
Mechanical properties
| Tensile strength | σ B | 600-730 | [N/mm2] |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent limit of elongation | σ bB | 300 | [N/mm2] |
| Elongation | A | 15 | [%] |
| Brinell hardness | HB30 | 180-220 | [Kg/mm2] |
| Notch impact strength at 20 °C. | Av | 20 | [Joule] |
Chemical composition
| Carbon | C | 0.42 | [%] |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silicon | Si | 0.30 | [%] |
| Manganese | Mn | 0.60 | [%] |
| Iron | Fe | Remainder | |
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