Designation: A653/A653M – 10

Standard Specification for

Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-
Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process1
This standard is issued under the fixed designation A653/A653M; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year
of original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.
A superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.

1. Scope* 2. Referenced Documents

1.1 This specification covers steel sheet, zinc-coated (gal- 2.1 ASTM Standards:2
vanized) or zinc-iron alloy-coated (galvannealed) by the hot- A90/A90M Test Method for Weight [Mass] of Coating on
dip process in coils and cut lengths. Iron and Steel Articles with Zinc or Zinc-Alloy Coatings
1.2 The product is produced in various zinc or zinc-iron A370 Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing
alloy-coating weights [masses] or coating designations as of Steel Products
shown in Table 1and in Table S2.1. A568/A568M Specification for Steel, Sheet, Carbon, Struc-
1.3 Product furnished under this specification shall conform tural, and High-Strength, Low-Alloy, Hot-Rolled and
to the applicable requirements of the latest issue of Specifica- Cold-Rolled, General Requirements for
tion A924/A924M, unless otherwise provided herein. A902 Terminology Relating to Metallic Coated Steel Prod-
1.4 The product is available in a number of designations, ucts
grades and classes in four general categories that are designed A924/A924M Specification for General Requirements for
to be compatible with different application requirements. Steel Sheet, Metallic-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process
1.4.1 Steels with mandatory chemical requirements and D7396 Guide for Preparation of New, Continuous Zinc-
typical mechanical properties. Coated (Galvanized) Steel Surfaces for Painting
1.4.2 Steels with mandatory chemical requirements and E517 Test Method for Plastic Strain Ratio r for Sheet Metal
mandatory mechanical properties. E646 Test Method for Tensile Strain-Hardening Exponents
1.4.3 Steels with mandatory chemical requirements and (n -Values) of Metallic Sheet Materials
mandatory mechanical properties that are achieved through 2.2 ISO Standard:3
solid-solution or bake hardening. ISO 3575 Continuous Hot-Dip Zinc-Coated Carbon Steel of
1.5 This specification is applicable to orders in either Commercial and Drawing Qualities
inch-pound units (as A653) or SI units (as A653M). Values in ISO 4998 Continuous Hot-Dip Zinc-Coated Carbon Steel of
inch-pound and SI units are not necessarily equivalent. Within Structural Quality
the text, SI units are shown in brackets. Each system shall be
used independently of the other. 3. Terminology
1.6 The text of this specification references notes and 3.1 Definitions—See Terminology A902 for definitions of
footnotes that provide explanatory material. These notes and general terminology relating to metallic-coated hot-dip prod-
footnotes, excluding those in tables and figures, shall not be ucts.
considered as requirements of this specification. 3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
1.7 Unless the order specifies the “M” designation (SI 3.2.1 bake hardenable steel, n—steel sheet in which a
units), the product shall be furnished to inch-pound units. significant increase in yield strength is realized when moderate
1.8 This standard does not purport to address all of the heat treatment, such as that used for paint baking, follows
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the straining or cold working.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro- 3.2.2 differentially coated, n—galvanized steel sheet having
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica- a specified “coating designation” on one surface and a signifi-
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use. cantly lighter specified “coating designation” on the other
surface.

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TABLE 1 Weight [Mass] of Coating RequirementsA,B,C
NOTE 1— Use the information provided in 8.1.3 to obtain the approximate coating thickness from the coating weight [mass].
Minimum RequirementD
Triple-Spot Test (TST) Single-Spot Test (SST)
Inch-Pound Units
Type Coating Designation TST TST SST
Total Both Sides, oz/ft2 One Side, oz/ft2 Total Both Sides, oz/ft2
Zinc G01 no minimum no minimum no minimum
G30 0.30 0.10 0.25
G40 0.40 0.12 0.30
G60 0.60 0.20 0.50
G90 0.90 0.32 0.80
G100 1.00 0.36 0.90
G115 1.15 0.40 1.00
G140 1.40 0.48 1.20
G165 1.65 0.56 1.40
G185 1.85 0.64 1.60
G210 2.10 0.72 1.80
G235 2.35 0.80 2.00
G300 3.00 1.04 2.60
G360 3.60 1.28 3.20
Zinc-iron alloy A01 no minimum no minimum no minimum
A25 0.25 0.08 0.20
A40 0.40 0.12 0.30
A60 0.60 0.20 0.50
SI Units
Type Coating Designation TST TST SST
Total Both Sides, g/m2 One Side, g/m2 Total Both Sides, g/m2
Zinc Z001 no minimum no minimum no minimum
Z90 90 30 75
Z120 120 36 90
Z180 180 60 150
Z275 275 94 235
Z305 305 110 275
Z350 350 120 300
Z450 450 154 385
Z500 500 170 425
Z550 550 190 475
Z600 600 204 510
Z700 700 238 595
Z900 900 316 790
Z1100 1100 390 975
Zinc-iron alloy ZF001 no minimum no minimum no minimum
ZF75 75 24 60
ZF120 120 36 90
ZF180 180 60 150
A
The coating designation is the term by which the minimum triple spot, total both sides coating weight [mass] is specified. Because of the many variables and changing
conditions that are characteristic of continuous hot-dip coating lines, the zinc or zinc-iron alloy coating is not always evenly divided between the two surfaces of a coated
sheet; nor is it always evenly distributed from edge to edge. However, the minimum triple-spot average coating weight (mass) on any one side shall not be less than 40 %
of the single-spot requirement.
B
As it is an established fact that the atmospheric corrosion resistance of zinc or zinc-iron alloy-coated sheet products is a direct function of coating thickness (weight
(mass)), the selection of thinner (lighter) coating designations will result in almost linearly reduced corrosion performance of the coating. For example, heavier galvanized
coatings perform adequately in bold atmospheric exposure whereas the lighter coatings are often further coated with paint or a similar barrier coating for increased
corrosion resistance. Because of this relationship, products carrying the statement “meets ASTM A653/A653Mrequirements” should also specify the particular coating
designation.
C
International Standard, ISO 3575, continuous hot-dip zinc-coated carbon steel sheet contains Z100 and Z200 designations and does not specify a ZF75 coating.
D
No minimum means that there are no established minimum requirements for triple- and single-spot tests.

3.2.2.1 Discussion—The single side relationship of either product is available in two designations, HSLAS and
specified “coating designation” is the same as shown in the HSLAS-F. Both products are strengthened with microalloys,
note of Table 1 regarding uniformity of coating. but HSLAS-F is further treated to achieve inclusion control.
3.2.3 high strength low alloy steel, n—a specific group of 3.2.4 minimized spangle, n—the finish produced on hot-dip
sheet steels whose strength is achieved through the use of zinc-coated steel sheet in which the grain pattern is visible to
microalloying elements such as columbium (niobium), vana- the unaided eye, and is typically smaller and less distinct than
dium, titanium, and molybdenum resulting in improved form- the pattern visible on regular spangle.
ability and weldability than is obtained from conventional 3.2.4.1 Discussion—This finish is produced by one of two
carbon-manganese steels. methods: either (1) the zinc crystal growth has been started but
3.2.3.1 Discussion—Producers use one or a combination of arrested by special production practices during solidification of
microalloying elements to achieve the desired properties. The the zinc, or (2) the zinc crystal growth is inhibited by a
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combination of coating-bath chemistry plus cooling during 5. Ordering Information
solidification of the zinc. Minimized spangle is normally 5.1 Zinc-coated or zinc-iron alloy-coated sheet in coils and
produced in coating designations G90 [Z275] and lighter. cut lengths is produced to thickness requirements expressed to
3.2.5 regular spangle, n—the finish produced on hot-dip 0.001 in. [0.01 mm]. The thickness of the sheet includes both
zinc-coated steel sheet in which there is a visible multifaceted the base metal and the coating.
zinc crystal structure. 5.2 Orders for product to this specification shall include the
3.2.5.1 Discussion—Solidification of the zinc coating is following information, as necessary, to adequately describe the
typically uncontrolled, which produces the variable grain size desired product:
associated with this finish. 5.2.1 Name of product (steel sheet, zinc-coated (galvanized)
3.2.6 solid-solution hardened steel or solution hardened or zinc-iron alloy-coated (galvannealed)),
steel, n—steel sheet strengthened through additions of substi- 5.2.2 Designation of sheet [CS (Types A, B, and C), FS
tutional alloying elements such as Mn, P, or Si. (Types A and B), DDS (Types A and C), EDDS, SS, HSLAS,
3.2.6.1 Discussion—Substitutional alloying elements such HSLAS-F, SHS, or BHS].
as Mn, P, and Si can occupy the same sites as iron atoms within 5.2.2.1 When a CS type is not specified, CS Type B will be
the crystalline structure of steels. Strengthening arises as a furnished. When a FS type is not specified, FS Type B will be
result of the mismatch between the atomic sizes of these furnished. When a DDS type is not specified, DDS Type A will
elements and that of iron. be furnished.
3.2.7 spangle-free, n—the uniform finish produced on hot- 5.2.3 When a SS, HSLAS, HSLAS-F, SHS, or BHS desig-
dip zinc-coated steel sheet in which the visual spangle pattern, nation is specified, state the grade, or class, or combination
especially the surface irregularities created by spangle forma- thereof.
tion, is not visible to the unaided eye. 5.2.4 ASTM designation number and year of issue, as A653
3.2.7.1 Discussion—This finish is produced when the zinc for inch-pound units or A653M for SI units.
crystal growth is inhibited by a combination of coating-bath 5.2.5 Coating designation,
chemistry, or cooling, or both during solidification of the zinc. 5.2.6 Chemically treated or not chemically treated,
3.2.8 zinc-iron alloy, n—a dull grey coating with no spangle 5.2.7 Oiled or not oiled,
pattern that is produced on hot-dip zinc-coated steel sheet. 5.2.8 Minimized spangle (if required),
3.2.8.1 Discussion—Zinc-iron alloy coating is composed 5.2.9 Extra smooth (if required),
entirely of inter-metallic alloys. It is typically produced by 5.2.10 Phosphatized (if required),
subjecting the hot-dip zinc-coated steel sheet to a thermal 5.2.11 Dimensions (show thickness, minimum or nominal,
treatment after it emerges from the molten zinc bath. This type width, flatness requirements, and length, (if cut lengths)).
of coating is suitable for immediate painting without further 5.2.12 Coil size requirements (specify maximum outside
treatment except normal cleaning (refer to Guide D7396). The diameter (OD), acceptable inside diameter (ID), and maximum
lack of ductility of the alloy coating presents a potential for weight [mass]),
powdering, etc. 5.2.13 Packaging,
4. Classification 5.2.14 Certification, if required, heat analysis and mechani-
4.1 The material is available in several designations as cal property report,
follows: 5.2.15 Application (part identification and description), and
4.1.1 Commercial steel (CS Types A, B, and C), 5.2.16 Special requirements (if any).
4.1.2 Forming steel (FS Types A and B), 5.2.16.1 If required, the product may be ordered to a
4.1.3 Deep drawing steel (DDS Types A and C), specified base metal thickness (see Supplementary Require-
4.1.4 Extra deep drawing steel (EDDS), ment S1.)
4.1.5 Structural steel (SS), 5.2.16.2 If required, the product may be ordered to a
4.1.6 High strength low alloy steel (HSLAS), specified single spot/single side coating mass (see Supplemen-
4.1.7 High strength low alloy steel with improved formabil- tary Requirement S2.)
ity (HSLAS-F), 5.2.16.3 When the purchaser requires thickness tolerances
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4.1.8 Solution hardened steel (SHS), and for 3⁄8-in. [10-mm] minimum edge distance (see Supplemen-
4.1.9 Bake hardenable steel (BHS). tary Requirement in Specification A924/A924M), this require-
4.2 Structural steel, high strength low alloy steel, solution ment shall be specified in the purchase order or contract.
hardened steel, and bake hardenable steel are available in NOTE 1—Typical ordering descriptions are as follows: steel sheet,
several grades based on mechanical properties. Structural Steel zinc-coated, commercial steel Type A, ASTM A653, Coating Designation
Grade 50 [340] is available in four classes based on tensile G115, chemically treated, oiled, minimum 0.040 by 34 by 117 in., for
strength. Structural Steel Grade 80 [550] is available in three stock tanks, or steel sheet, zinc-coated, high strength low alloy steel Grade
340, ASTM A653M, Coating Designation Z275, minimized spangle, not
classes, based on chemistry.
chemically treated, oiled, minimum 1.00 by 920 mm by coil, 1520-mm
4.3 The material is available as either zinc-coated or zinc- maximum OD, 600-mm ID, 10 000-kg maximum, for tractor inner fender.
iron alloy-coated in several coating weights [masses] or NOTE 2—The purchaser should be aware that there are variations in
coating designations as shown in Table 1 and in Table S2.1, and manufacturing practices among the producers and therefore is advised to
4.3.1 The material is available with the same or different establish the producer’s standard (or default) procedures for thickness
coating designations on each surface. tolerances.

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6. Chemical Composition coating with the steel base metal, the molten coating metal composition
normally contains a percentage of aluminum usually in the range from
6.1 Base Metal: 0.05 to 0.25. This aluminum is purposely supplied to the molten coating
6.1.1 The heat analysis of the base metal shall conform to bath, either as a specified ingredient in the zinc spelter or by the addition
the requirements shown in Table 2 for CS (Types A, B, and C), of a master alloy containing aluminum.
FS (Types A and B), DDS (Types A and C), and EDDS, and
Table 3 for SS, HSLAS, HSLAS-F, SHS, and BHS. 7. Mechanical Properties
6.1.2 Each of the elements listed in Tables 2 and 3 shall be 7.1 Structural steel, high-strength low-alloy steel, high
included in the report of heat analysis. When the amount of strength low alloy steel with improved formability, solution
copper, nickel, chromium, or molybdenum is less than 0.02 %, hardened steel, and bake hardenable steel shall conform to the
report the analysis as either <0.02 % or the actual determined mechanical property requirements in Table 4 for the grade, or
value. When the amount of vanadium, titanium, or columbium class, or both.
is less than 0.008 %, report the analysis as either <0.008 % or 7.1.1 Bake hardenable steel shall conform to bake harden-
the actual determined value. When the amount of boron is less ing index requirements included in Table 4 for the grade
than 0.0005 %, report as <0.0005 % or the actual determined specified. The method for measuring the bake hardening index
value. is described in the Annex. Bake hardenable steel shall exhibit
6.1.3 See Specification A924/A924M for chemical analysis a minimum increase in yield strength of 4 ksi [25 MPa] as
procedures and product analysis tolerances. based on the upper yield point or of 3 ksi [20 MPa] as based on
6.2 Zinc Bath Analysis—The bath metal used in continuous the lower yield stress, after a prestrained specimen has been
hot-dip galvanizing shall contain not less than 99 % zinc. exposed to a standard bake cycle (340°F [170°C] for 20
NOTE 3—To control alloy formation and promote adhesion of the zinc minutes).

TABLE 2 Chemical RequirementsA

Composition, %—Heat Analysis Element, max (unless otherwise shown)

Designation Carbon Manganese Phosphorus Sulfur Aluminum, Cu Ni Cr Mo V Cb TiB N B
min
CS Type AC,D,E 0.10 0.60 0.030 0.035 ... 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ... ...
CS Type BF,C 0.02 to 0.60 0.030 0.035 ... 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ... ...
0.15
CS Type CC,D,E 0.08 0.60 0.100 0.035 ... 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ... ...
FS Type AC,G 0.10 0.50 0.020 0.035 ... 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ... ...
FS Type BF,C 0.02 to 0.50 0.020 0.030 ... 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ... ...
0.10
DDS Type AD,E 0.06 0.50 0.020 0.025 0.01 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ... ...
DDS Type CD,E 0.02 0.50 0.020 to 0.025 0.01 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.10 0.10 0.15 ... ...
0.100
EDDSH 0.02 0.40 0.020 0.020 0.01 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.10 0.10 0.15 ... ...
A
Where an ellipsis (. . .) appears in this table, there is no requirement, but the analysis shall be reported.
B
For steels containing 0.02 % carbon or more, titanium is permitted at the producer’s option, to the lesser of 3.4N + 1.5S or 0.025 %.
C
When a deoxidized steel is required for the application, the purchaser has the option to order CS and FS to a minimum of 0.01 % total aluminum.
D
Steel is permitted to be furnished as a vacuum degassed or chemically stabilized steel, or both, at the producer’s option.
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E
For carbon levels less than or equal to 0.02 %, vanadium, columbium, or titanium, or combinations thereof are permitted to be used as stabilizing elements at the
producer’s option. In such cases, the applicable limit for vanadium and columbium shall be 0.10 % max and the limit for titanium shall be 0.15 % max.
F
For CS and FS, specify Type B to avoid carbon levels below 0.02 %.
G
Shall not be furnished as a stabilized steel.
H
Shall be furnished as a stabilized steel.

TABLE 3 Chemical RequirementsA

Composition, %—Heat Analysis Element, max

Designation (unless otherwise shown)
Carbon Manganese Phosphorus Sulfur Si Al, min Cu Ni Cr Mo VB CbB TiB,C,D N
SS
33 [230] 0.20 1.35 0.10 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
37 [255] 0.20 1.35 0.10 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
40 [275] 0.25 1.35 0.10 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
50 [340] Class 1, 2, and 4 0.25 1.35 0.20 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
50 [340] Class 3 0.25 1.35 0.04 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
55 [380] 0.25 1.35 0.04 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
60 [410] 0.25 1.35 0.04 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
70 [480] 0.25 1.35 0.04 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
80 [550] Class 1 0.20 1.35 0.04 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.015 0.025 ...
80 [550] Class 2E 0.02 1.35 0.05 0.02 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.10 0.10 0.15 ...
80 [550] Class 3 0.20 1.35 0.04 0.04 0.25 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.015 0.025 ...
HSLASF

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TABLE 3 Continued
Composition, %—Heat Analysis Element, max
Designation (unless otherwise shown)
Carbon Manganese Phosphorus Sulfur Si Al, min Cu Ni Cr Mo VB CbB TiB,C,D N
40 [275] 0.20 1.20 ... 0.035 ... 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
50 [340] 0.20 1.20 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
55 [380] Class 1 0.25 1.35 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
55 [380] Class 2 0.15 1.20 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
60 [410] 0.20 1.35 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
70 [480] 0.20 1.65 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
80 [550] 0.20 1.65 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
F,G
HSLAS-F
40 [275] 0.15 1.20 ... 0.035 ... 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
50 [340] 0.15 1.20 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
55 [380] Class 1 0.20 1.35 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
55 [380] Class 2 0.15 1.20 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
60 [410] 0.15 1.20 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
70 [480] 0.15 1.65 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
80 [550] 0.15 1.65 ... 0.035 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.16 0.01 min 0.005 0.01 ...
min min
D
SHS 0.12 1.50 0.12 0.030 ... ... 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
BHSD 0.12 1.50 0.12 0.030 ... ... 0.20 0.20 0.15 0.06 0.008 0.008 0.025 ...
A
Where an ellipsis (. . .) appears in this table there is no requirement, but the analysis shall be reported.
B
For carbon levels less than or equal to 0.02 %, vanadium, columbium, or titanium, or combinations thereof, are permitted to be used as stabilizing elements at the
producer’s option. In such cases, the applicable limit for vanadium and columbium shall be 0.10% max., and the limit for titanium shall be 0.15 % max.
C
Titanium is permitted for SS steels at the producer’s option, to the lesser of 3.4N +1.5S or 0.025 %.
D
For steels containing more than 0.02 % carbon, titanium is permitted to the lesser of 3.4N + 1.5S or 0.025 %.
E
Shall be furnished as a stabilized steel.
F
HSLAS and HSLAS-F steels commonly contain the strengthening elements columbium, vanadium, and titanium added singly or in combination. The minimum
requirements only apply to the microalloy elements selected for strengthening of the steel.
G
HSLAS-F steel shall be treated to achieve inclusion control.

TABLE 4 Mechanical Requirements, Base Metal (Longitudinal)

Inch-Pound Units
Yield Tensile Elongation in
Bake Hardening Index, min, ksi
Designation Grade Strength, Strength, 2 in., min,
Upper Yield/Lower YieldA
min, ksi min, ksiA %A
SS 33 33 45 20 ...
37 37 52 18 ...
40 40 55 16 ...
50 Class 1 50 65 12 ...
50 Class 2 50 ... 12 ...
50 Class 3 50 70 12 ...
50 Class 4 50 60 12 ...
55 55 70 11 ...
60 60 70 10B ...
70 70 80 9B ...
80 Class 1C 80D 82 ... ...
80 Class 2C,E 80D 82 ... ...
80 Class 3 80D 82 3F ...
HSLAS 40 40 50G 22 ...
50 50 60G 20 ...
55 Class 1 55 70G 16 ...
55 Class 2 55 65G 18 ...
60 60 70G 16 ...
70 70 80G 12 ...
80 80 90G 10 ...
HSLAS-F 40 40 50G 24 ...
50 50 60G 22 ...

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TABLE 4 Continued
Inch-Pound Units
Yield Tensile Elongation in
Bake Hardening Index, min, ksi
Designation Grade Strength, Strength, 2 in., min,
Upper Yield/Lower YieldA
min, ksi min, ksiA %A
55 Class 1 55 70G 18 ...
55 Class 2 55 65G 20 ...
60 60 70G 18 ...
70 70 80G 14 ...
80 80 90G 12 ...
SHS 26 26 43 32 ...
31 31 46 30 ...
35 35 50 26 ...
41 41 53 24 ...
44 44 57 22 ...
BHS 26 26 43 30 4/3
31 31 46 28 4/3
35 35 50 24 4/3
41 41 53 22 4/3
44 44 57 20 4/3
SI Units
Yield Tensile Elongation
Bake Hardening Index, min, MPa
Designation Grade Strength, Strength, in 50 mm,
Upper Yield/Lower YieldA
min, MPa min, MPaA min, %A
SS 230 230 310 20 ...
255 255 360 18 ...
275 275 380 16 ...
340 Class 1 340 450 12 ...
340 Class 2 340 ... 12 ...
340 Class 3 340 480 12 ...
340 Class 4 340 410 12 ...
380 380 480 11 ...
410 410 480 10B ...
480 480 550 9B ...
550 Class 1C 550D 570 ... ...
550 Class 2C,E 550D 570 ... ...
550 Class 3 550D 570 3F ...
HSLAS 275 275 340G 22 ...
340 340 410G 20 ...
380 Class 1 380 480G 16 ...
380 Class 2 380 450G 18 ...
410 410 480G 16 ...
480 480 550G 12 ...
550 550 620G 10 ...
HSLAS-F 275 275 340G 24 ...
340 340 410G 22 ...
380 Class 1 380 480G 18 ...
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380 Class 2 380 450G 20 ...

410 410 480G 18 ...
480 480 550G 14 ...
550 550 620G 12 ...
SHS 180 180 300 32 ...
210 210 320 30 ...
240 240 340 26 ...
280 280 370 24 ...
300 300 390 22 ...
BHS 180 180 300 30 25 / 20
210 210 320 28 25 / 20
240 240 340 24 25 / 20
280 280 370 22 25 / 20
300 300 390 20 25 / 20
A
Where an ellipsis (. . .) appears in this table there is no requirement.
B
For sheet thickness of 0.028 in. [0.71 mm] or thinner, the elongation requirement is reduced two percentage points for SS Grades 60 [410] and 70 [480].
C
For sheet thickness of 0.028 in. [0.71 mm] or thinner, no tension test is required if the hardness result in Rockwell B85 or higher.
D
As there is no discontinuous yield curve, the yield strength should be taken as the stress at 0.5 % elongation under load or 0.2 % offset.
E
SS Grade 80 [550] Class 2 may exhibit different forming characteristics than Class 1, due to difference in chemistry.
F
The purchaser should consult with the producer when ordering SS Grade 80 [550] Class 3 material in sheet thicknesses 0.028 in. [0.71 mm] or thinner regarding
elongation and tension test requirements.
G
If a higher tensile strength is required, the user should consult the producer.

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7.2 The typical mechanical properties for CS (Types A, B, 8.1.4.1 1.00 oz/ft2 coating weight = 305 g/m2 coating mass.
and C), FS (Types A and B), DDS (Types A and C), and EDDS 8.2 Coating Weight [Mass] Tests:
sheet designations are listed in Table 5. These mechanical 8.2.1 Coating weight [mass] tests shall be performed in
property values are nonmandatory. They are intended solely to accordance with the requirements of Specification A924/
provide the purchaser with as much information as possible to A924M.
make an informed decision on the steel to be specified. Values 8.2.2 The referee method to be used shall be Test Method
outside of these ranges are to be expected. A90/A90M.
7.3 When base metal mechanical properties are required, all 8.3 Coating Bend Test:
tests shall be conducted in accordance with the methods
8.3.1 The bend test specimens of coated sheet designated by
specified in Specification A924/A924M.
prefix “G” [“Z”] shall be capable of being bent through 180° in
7.4 Bending Properties Minimum Cold Bending Radii—
any direction without flaking of the coating on the outside of
Structural steel and high-strength low-alloy steel are com-
the bend only. The coating bend test inside diameter shall have
monly fabricated by cold bending. There are many interrelated
a relation to the thickness of the specimen as shown in Table 6.
factors that affect the ability of a steel to cold form over a given
Flaking of the coating within 0.25 in. [6 mm] of the edge of the
radius under shop conditions. These factors include thickness,
bend specimen shall not be cause for rejection.
strength level, degree of restraint, relationship to rolling
direction, chemistry, and base metal microstructure. The table 8.3.2 Because of the characteristics of zinc-iron alloy coat-
in Appendix X1 lists the suggested minimum inside radius for ings designated by prefix “A” [“ZF”] as explained in the
90° cold bending for structural steel and high-strength low- Discussion following 3.2.8, coating bend tests are not appli-
alloy steel. They presuppose “hard way” bending (bend axis cable.
parallel to rolling direction) and reasonably good shop forming
9. Retests and Disposition of Non-Conforming Material
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practices. Where possible, the use of larger radii or “easy way”

bends are recommended for improved performance. 9.1 Retests, conducted in accordance with the requirements
of the section on Retests and Disposition of Non-Conforming
8. Coating Properties Material of Specification A924/A924M, are permitted when an
8.1 Coating Weight [Mass]: unsatisfactory test result is suspected to be the consequence of
8.1.1 Coating weight [mass] shall conform to the require- the test method procedure.
ments as shown in Table 1 for the specific coating designation, 9.2 Disposition of non-conforming material shall be subject
or to the requirements of 13.2 of Specification A924/A924M.
8.1.2 If required, the coating mass shall conform to the
requirements as shown in Table S2.1 for the specific single 10. Dimensions and Permissible Variations
spot/single side coating mass designation (single spot/single
side designations are available only in SI units). 10.1 All dimensions and permissible variations shall com-
8.1.3 Use the following relationships to estimate the coating ply with the requirements of Specification A924/A924M.
thickness from the coating weight [mass]:
8.1.3.1 1.00 oz/ft2 coating weight = 1.68 mils coating 11. Keywords
thickness, and 11.1 alloyed coating; bake hardenable steel; high strength
8.1.3.2 7.14 g/m2 coating mass = 1.00 µm coating thickness. low alloy; minimized spangle coating; sheet steel; solution
8.1.4 Use the following relationship to convert coating hardened steel; spangle; steel; steel sheet; structural steel; zinc;
weight to coating mass: zinc coated (galvanized); zinc iron-alloy; zinc iron-alloy coated

TABLE 5 Typical Ranges of Mechanical PropertiesA,B (Nonmandatory)

(Longitudinal Direction)

Yield Strength Elongation rm n

Designation
in 2 in. [50 ValueC ValueD
ksi [MPa] mm], %
E E
CS Type A 25/55 [170/380] $20
E E
CS Type B 30/55 [205/380] $20
E E
CS Type C 25/60 [170/410] $15
FS Types A 25/45 [170/310] $26 1.0/1.4 0.17/0.21
and B
DDS Type A 20/35 [140/240] $32 1.4/1.8 0.19/0.24
DDS Type C 25/40 [170/280] $32 1.2/1.8 0.17/0.24
EDDSF 15/25 [105/170] $40 1.6/2.1 0.22/0.27
A
The typical mechanical property values presented here are nonmandatory. They are intended solely to provide the purchaser with as much information as possible to
make an informed decision on the steel to be specified. Values outside of these ranges are to be expected. The purchaser may negotiate with the supplier if a specific
range or a more restrictive range is required for the application.
B
These typical mechanical properties apply to the full range of steel sheet thicknesses. The yield strength tends to increase and some of the formability values tend to
decrease as the sheet thickness decreases.
C
rm Value—Average plastic strain ratio as determined by Test Method E517.
D
n Value—Strain-hardening exponent as determined by Test Method E646.
E
No typical mechanical properties have been established.
F
EDDS Sheet will be free from changes in mechanical properties over time, that is, nonaging.

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TABLE 6 Coating Bend Test Requirements
Inch-Pound Units
Ratio of the Inside Bend Diameter to Thickness of the Specimen (Any Direction)
CS, FS, DDS, EDDS, SHS, BHS SS, GradeA
Sheet Thickness
Coating DesignationB 33 37 40
Through 0.039 in. Over 0.039 through 0.079 in. Over 0.079 in.
G01 0 0 0 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G30 0 0 0 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G40 0 0 0 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G60 0 0 0 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G90 0 0 1 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G100 0 0 1 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G115 0 0 1 1 1 ⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G140 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G165 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G185 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G210 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 ⁄2
G235 2 2 3 3 3 3
HSLASA HSLAS-F
40 50 60 40 50 60 70 80
G01 1 1⁄ 2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
G30 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
G40 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
G60 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
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G90 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2

G100 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
G115 1 1⁄ 2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
SI Units
Ratio of the Inside Bend Diameter to Thickness of the Specimen (Any Direction)
CS, FS, DDS, EDDS, SHS, BHS SS, GradeC
Sheet Thickness
230 255 275
Coating Designation B Through 1.0 mm Over 1.0 mm through 2.0 m Over 2.0 mm

Z001 0 0 0 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
Z90 0 0 0 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
Z120 0 0 0 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
Z180 0 0 0 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
Z275 0 0 0 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
Z305 0 0 1 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
Z350 0 0 1 11⁄2 2 2 1 ⁄2
Z450 1 1 2 2 2 21⁄2
Z500 2 2 2 2 2 21⁄2
Z550 2 2 2 2 2 21⁄2
Z600 2 2 2 2 2 21⁄2
Z700 2 3 3 3 3 3
HSLASC HSLAS-F
275 340 410 275 340 410 480 550
Z001 1 1⁄ 2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
Z90 1 1⁄ 2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
Z120 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
Z180 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
Z275 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
Z305 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
Z350 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1⁄ 2 1 1 ⁄2
A
SS Grades 50, 60, 70, and 80, HSLAS, and HSLAS-F Grades 70 and 80 are not subject to bend test requirements.
B
If other coatings are required, the user should consult the producer for availability and suitable bend test requirements.
C
SS Grades 340, 410, 480, and 550, HSLAS, and HSLAS-F Grades 480 and 550 are not subject to bend test requirements.

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SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS

The following standardized supplementary requirements are for use when desired by the purchaser.
These additional requirements shall apply only when specified on the order.

S1. Base Metal Thickness S2. Single Spot/Single Side Coating Mass
S1.1 The specified minimum thickness shall apply to the S2.1 The coating designation shown on the order indicates
base metal only. the coating mass to be applied to a single side. The order shall
specify a coating mass designation from Table S2.1 for each
S1.2 The coating designation shown on the order indicates surface. No inch pound designations are available, although for
the coating to be applied to the specified minimum base metal each SI coating mass designation in Table S2.1, corresponding
thickness. inch-pound values are shown for information purposes
S1.3 The applicable tolerances for base metal thickness are S2.2 The format for specifying the coating for each surface
shown in Tables 16 and Tables 17, Thickness Tolerance of on the order shall be, for instance, 60G60G. In the case of
Cold-Rolled Sheet (Carbon and High-Strength, Low-Alloy differential coating masses, the thicker (heavier) coating mass
Steel), of Specification A568/A568M. side shall be specified first, for instance 90G45G.

TABLE S2.1 Mass of Coating Requirements—Single Spot/Single SideA,B,C

NOTE 1—Use the information provided in 8.1.3 to obtain the approximate coating thickness per side from the coating mass.
NOTE 2—As stated in 1.5, values in SI and inch-pound units are not necessarily equivalent.
Single Spot/Single Side Coating Mass
SI Units Inch-Pound Units
(information only)
Type
Coating Minimum, g/m2 Maximum, g/m2 Minimum, oz/ft2 Maximum, oz/ft2
Designation
Zinc 20G 20 70 0.07 0.23
30G 30 80 0.10 0.26
40G 40 90 0.12 0.29
45G 45 95 0.15 0.31
50G 50 100 0.16 0.33
55G 55 105 0.18 0.34
60G 60 110 0.20 0.36
70G 70 120 0.23 0.40
90G 90 160 0.30 0.62
100GD 100 200 0.32 0.65
Zinc-Iron 40A 40 70 0.13 0.23
Alloy 45A 45 75 0.15 0.25
50A 50 80 0.16 0.26
A
The coating designation is the term by which the minimum single spot/single side coating mass is specified for each side.
B
As it is an established fact that the atmospheric corrosion resistance of zinc or zinc-iron alloy-coated sheet products is a direct function of coating thickness (mass),
the selection of thinner (lighter) coating designations will result in almost linearly reduced corrosion performance of the coating. For example, heavier galvanized coatings
perform adequately in bold atmospheric exposure whereas the lighter coatings are often further coated with paint or a similar barrier coating for increased corrosion
resistance. Because of this relationship, products carrying the statement “meets ASTM A653/A653Mrequirements” should also specify the particular coating designation.
C
Ordering to single spot/single side spot coating weight designations allows for the possibility of receiving product with a higher average total coating mass on both
surfaces than what might be expected on assumed equivalent product coated to the total both sides requirement of Table 1. The user should be aware that this may result
in issues during forming and spot welding.
D
It is permissible to order Coating Designation 100G as 98G. Historically, the conversion from 0.32 oz/ft2 to g/m2 resulted in a value of 98 g/m2 which was subsequently
rounded to 100 g/m2. Both SI designations have the same limits.

ANNEX

(Mandatory Information)

A1. BAKE HARDENABLE STEELS

A1.1 Determination of Bake Hardening Index (extension under load). The test specimen is then removed
A1.1.1 The bake hardening index (BHI) is determined by a from the test machine and baked at a temperature of 340°F
two-step procedure using a standard longitudinal (rolling [170°C] for a period of 20 minutes. Referring to Fig. A1.1, the
direction) tensile-test specimen, prepared in accordance with bake hardening index (BHI) of the material is calculated as
Test Methods A370. The test specimen is first strained in follows:
tension. The magnitude of this tensile “pre-strain” shall be 2 % BHI 5 B 2 A (A1.1)
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FIG. A1.1 Representation of Bake Hardening Index

where: A1.1.3 The pre-straining of 2 % in tension is intended to

A = flow stress at 2 % extension under load simulate a modest degree of forming strain, while the subse-
B = yield strength [upper yield strength (BU) or lower yield quent baking is intended to simulate a paint-curing or similar
stress (BL)] after baking at 340°F [170°C] for 20 treatment. In the production of actual parts, forming strains and
minutes. baking treatments can differ from those employed here and, as
A1.1.2 The original test specimen cross section (width and a result, final properties can differ from the values obtained
thickness) is used in the calculation of all engineering strengths under these controlled conditions.
in this test.

APPENDIXES

(Nonmandatory Information)

X1. BENDING PROPERTIES

X1.1 Table X1.1 lists suggested minimum inside radii for

cold bending.

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TABLE X1.1 Suggested Minimum Inside Radii for Cold BendingA
NOTE 1— (t) equals a radius equivalent to the steel thickness.
NOTE 2—The suggested radii should be used as minimums for 90° bends in actual shop practice.
Designation Grade Minimum Inside Radius for Cold BendingB
SS 33 [230] 11⁄2 t
37 [255] 2t
40 [275] 2t
50 [340] Class 1 not applicable
50 [340] Class 2 not applicable
50 [340] Class 3 not applicable
50 [340] Class 4 not applicable
55 [380] not applicable
60 [410] not applicable
70 [480] not applicable
80 [550] Class 1 not applicable
80 [550] Class 2 not applicable
80 [550] Class 3 not applicable
HSLAS 40 [275] 2t
50 [340] 2 1⁄ 2 t
55 [380] Class 1 3t
55 [380] Class 2 3t
60 [410] 3t
70 [480] 4t
80 [550] 41⁄2 t
HSLAS-F 40 [275] 1 ⁄2 t
1

50 [340] 2t
55 [380] Class 1 2t
55 [380] Class 2 2t
60 [410] 2t
70 [480] 3t
80 [550] 3t
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SHS 26 [180] 1 ⁄2 t

31 [210] 1t
35 [240] 11⁄2 t
41 [280] 2t
44 [300] 2t
BHS 26 [180] 1 ⁄2 t

31 [210] 1t
35 [240] 11⁄2 t
41 [280] 2t
44 [300] 2t
A
Material that does not perform satisfactorily, when fabricated in accordance with the requirements in Table X1.1, may be subject to rejection pending negotiation with
the steel supplier.
B
Bending capability may be limited by coating designation.

X2. RATIONALE FOR CHANGES IN PRODUCT DESIGNATIONS

X2.1 Subcommittee A05.11 has revised the designations mechanical properties included in the new designation system
used to classify the various products available in each hot-dip are those indicated by the tension test. These properties are
coated specification. The previous “quality” designations have more predictive of steel formability than other tests such as the
been replaced with designations and descriptions more closely hardness test which may not compensate adequately for
related with product characteristics. Many of the former product variables such as substrate thickness and coating
“quality” specifications described the steel only in terms of weight.
limited chemical composition, which in some cases was
identical for two or more qualities. The former designations X2.3 The new designations also provide the user with the
also did not reflect the availability of new steels which are the flexibility to restrict the steels applied on any order. For
result of the use of new technologies such as vacuum degassing example, a user can restrict the application of ultra low carbon
and steel ladle treatments. steels on an application through the selection of an appropriate
“type” designator.
X2.2 The former “quality” designators, defined in very
broad qualitative terms, did not provide the user with all the X2.4 There is a limited relationship between the former and
information needed to select the appropriate steel for an current systems of designation. Some of the reasons for this
application. The new designations are defined with technical limited relationship are: addition of steels not previously
information such as specific chemical composition limits and described in ASTM specifications, restrictions placed on
typical nonmandatory mechanical properties. These steel char- ranges of chemical composition, the addition of typical me-
acteristics are important to users concerned with the weldabil- chanical properties, and the enhanced capability of steel
ity and formability of the coated steel products. The typical producers to combine chemical composition and processing

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methods to achieve properties tailored to specific applications. tained to assist with the transition to the new system of
designations. A user with concerns about the appropriate
X2.5 The changes in designation are significant which may
coated steel to order for a specific application should consult
create transition issues that will have to be resolved. Continued
dialogue between users and producers will have to be main- with a steel supplier or producer.

X3. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SPECIFICATIONS THAT DESCRIBE REQUIREMENTS FOR A COMMON PRODUCT

X3.1 ISO 3575 and ISO 4998 may be reviewed for com- documents should be consulted for actual requirements. Those
parison with this standard. The relationship between the who use these documents must determine which specifications
standards may only be approximate; therefore, the respective address their needs.

X4. COATING MASS SELECTION BASED ON ATMOSPHERIC CORROSION RATES4 FOR ZINC-COATED STEEL SHEET

X4.1 The proper selection of coating mass to meet a user’s X4.3 No matter how one defines the “product life,” there
needs for zinc-coated steel sheet requires some knowledge are data in the published literature to assist users once the
about the relative corrosiveness of the environment in which environment and desired product life are determined.
the product will be used. The corrosion rate of the zinc coating
varies widely depending upon many factors of the environ- X4.4 Although the corrosion rate can vary considerably
ment. For example, the time of wetness is an important issue depending on the environmental factors, it is well known that,
that affects the corrosion rate. The presence of impurities such in most instances, the life of the zinc coating is a linear
as chlorides, nitrates, and sulfates can also dramatically affect function of coating mass for any specific environment. That
the rate of corrosion. Other issues such as the presence or means, to achieve twice the life for any specific application, the
absence of oxygen and the temperature of the environment are user should order twice the coating mass.
important determinants for predicting the “life of the product.” X4.4.1 Examples:
X4.2 The final performance requirements can also impact X4.4.1.1 A G60 coating mass will exhibit approximately
the minimum coating mass needed for a given application. For twice the life of a G30 coating mass.
example, is the application an aesthetic one that requires no red X4.4.1.2 A G90 coating mass will exhibit about 50 %
rust. In this case, the time to failure is thus defined as the time longer life than a G60 coating mass.
for the onset of red rust (the time for the zinc coating to be
consumed in a large enough area for rusting of the steel to be X4.5 The following two reference books are excellent
observed). Or, is the application one in which the time to sources for additional and more detailed information on the
failure is defined as the time when perforation of the steel sheet corrosion behavior of zinc-coated steel sheet products:
is observed? In this case, the thickness of the steel sheet as well X4.5.1 Corrosion and Electrochemistry of Zinc, X. Gregory
as the thickness of the zinc coating impact the time to failure. Zhang, published by Plenum Press, 1996.
X4.5.2 Corrosion Resistance of Zinc and Zinc Alloys, Frank
4
Atmospheric corrosion rates do not apply to zinc-iron alloy coatings. C. Porter, Published by Marcel Dekker, Inc., 1994

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Committee A05 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue
(A653/A653M - 09A) that may impact the use of this standard. (November 1, 2010)

(1) Revised coating weight [mass] to thickness conversion

values in 8.1 to three significant figures.

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