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Designation:A 653/A 653M–08 Designation: A 653/A 653M – 09

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 A 653/A 653M; 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*
1.1 This specification covers steel sheet, zinc-coated (galvanized) or zinc-iron alloy-coated (galvannealed) by the hot-dip
process in coils and cut lengths.
1.2 The product is produced in various zinc or zinc-iron alloy-coating weights [masses] or coating designations as shown in
Table 1and in Table S2.1.
1.3 Product furnished under this specification shall conform to the applicable requirements of the latest issue of Specification
A 924/A 924M, unless otherwise provided herein.
1.4 The product is available in a number of designations, grades and classes in four general categories that are designed to be
compatible with different application requirements.
1.4.1 Steels with mandatory chemical requirements and typical mechanical properties.
1.4.2 Steels with mandatory chemical requirements and mandatory mechanical properties.
1.4.3 Steels with mandatory chemical requirements and mandatory mechanical properties that are achieved through
solid-solution or bake hardening.
1.5 This specification is applicable to orders in either inch-pound units (as A 653) or SI units (as A 653M). Values in inch-pound
and SI units are not necessarily equivalent. Within the text, SI units are shown in brackets. Each system shall be used independently
of the other.
1.6 Unless the order specifies the “M” designation (SI units), the product shall be furnished to inch-pound units.
1.7 The text of this specification references notes and footnotes that provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes,
excluding those in tables and figures, shall not be considered as requirements of this specification.
1.8 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:2
A 90/A 90M Test Method for Weight [Mass] of Coating on Iron and Steel Articles with Zinc or Zinc-Alloy Coatings
A 370 Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
A 568/A 568M Specification for Steel, Sheet, Carbon, Structural, and High-Strength, Low-Alloy, Hot-Rolled and Cold-Rolled,
General Requirements for
A 902 Terminology Relating to Metallic Coated Steel Products
A 924/A 924M Specification for General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Metallic-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process
D2092 7396 Guide for Preparation of New, Continuous Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Steel Surfaces for Painting
E 517 Test Method for Plastic Strain Ratio r for Sheet Metal
E 646 Test Method for Tensile Strain-Hardening Exponents (n -Values) of Metallic Sheet Materials
2.2 ISO Standard:3
ISO 3575 Continuous Hot-Dip Zinc-Coated Carbon Steel of Commercial and Drawing Qualities
ISO 4998 Continuous Hot-Dip Zinc-Coated Carbon Steel of Structural Quality

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This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee A05 on Metallic-Coated Iron and Steel Products and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee A05.11
on Sheet Specifications.
Current edition approved July 15, 2008. Published August 2008. Originally approved in 1994. Last previous edition approved in 2007 as A653/A653M-07.
Current edition approved May 1, 2009. Published June 2009. Originally approved in 1994. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as A 653/A 653M - 08.
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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 Single-Spot Test
Inch-Pound Units
Type Coating Designation 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 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 A 653/A 653M requirements” 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. Terminology
3.1 Definitions— See Terminology A 902 for definitions of general terminology relating to metallic-coated hot-dip products.
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.2.1 bake hardenable steel, n—steel sheet in which a significant increase in yield strength is realized when moderate heat
treatment, such as that used for paint baking, follows straining or cold working.
3.2.2 differentially coated, n—galvanized steel sheet having a specified “coating designation” on one surface and a significantly
lighter specified “coating designation” on the other surface.
3.2.2.1 Discussion—The single side relationship of either specified “coating designation” is the same as shown in the note of
Table 1 regarding uniformity of coating.
3.2.3 high strength low alloy steel, n— a specific group of sheet steels whose strength is achieved through the use of
microalloying elements such as columbium (niobium), vanadium, titanium, and molybdenum resulting in improved formability
and weldability than is obtained from conventional carbon-manganese steels.

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3.2.3.1 Discussion—Producers use one or a combination of microalloying elements to achieve the desired properties. The
product is available in two designations, HSLAS and HSLAS-F. Both products are strengthened with microalloys, but HSLAS-F
is further treated to achieve inclusion control.
3.2.4 minimized spangle, n—the finish produced on hot-dip zinc-coated steel sheet in which the grain pattern is visible to the
unaided eye, and is typically smaller and less distinct than the pattern visible on regular spangle.
3.2.4.1 Discussion—This finish is produced by one of two methods: either (1) the zinc crystal growth has been started but
arrested by special production practices during solidification of the zinc, or (2) the zinc crystal growth is inhibited by a combination
of coating-bath chemistry plus cooling during solidification of the zinc. Minimized spangle is normally produced in coating
designations G90 [Z275] and lighter.
3.2.5 regular spangle, n—the finish produced on hot-dip zinc-coated steel sheet in which there is a visible multifaceted zinc
crystal structure.
3.2.5.1 Discussion—Solidification of the zinc coating is typically uncontrolled, which produces the variable grain size
associated with this finish.
3.2.6 spangle-free, n—the uniform finish produced on hot-dip zinc-coated steel sheet in which the visual spangle pattern,
especially the surface irregularities created by spangle formation, is not visible to the unaided eye.
3.2.6.1 Discussion—This finish is produced when the zinc crystal growth is inhibited by a combination of coating-bath
chemistry, or cooling, or both during solidification of the zinc.
3.2.7 solid-solution hardened steel or solution hardened steel , n—steel sheet strengthened through additions of substitutional
alloying elements such as Mn, P, or Si.
3.2.7.1 Discussion—Substitutional alloying elements such as Mn, P, and Si can occupy the same sites as iron atoms within the
crystalline structure of steels. Strengthening arises as a result of the mismatch between the atomic sizes of these elements and that
of iron.
3.2.8 zinc-iron alloy, n—a dull grey coating with no spangle pattern that is produced on hot-dip zinc-coated steel sheet.
3.2.8.1 Discussion—Zinc-iron alloy coating is composed entirely of inter-metallic alloys. It is typically produced by subjecting
the hot-dip zinc-coated steel sheet to a thermal treatment after it emerges from the molten zinc bath. This type of coating is suitable
for immediate painting without further treatment except normal cleaning (refer to Guide D2092D 7396). The lack of ductility of
the alloy coating presents a potential for powdering, etc.
4. Classification
4.1 The material is available in several designations as follows:
4.1.1 Commercial steel (CS Types A, B, and C),
4.1.2 Forming steel (FS Types A and B),
4.1.3 Deep drawing steel (DDS Types A and C),
4.1.4 Extra deep drawing steel (EDDS),
4.1.5 Structural steel (SS),
4.1.6 High strength low alloy steel (HSLAS),
4.1.7 High strength low alloy steel with improved formability (HSLAS-F),
4.1.8 Solution hardened steel (SHS), and
4.1.9 Bake hardenable steel (BHS).
4.2 Structural steel, high strength low alloy steel, solution hardened steel, and bake hardenable steel are available in several
grades based on mechanical properties. Structural Steel Grade 50 [340] is available in four classes based on tensile strength.
Structural Steel Grade 80 [550] is available in twothree classes, based on chemistry.
4.3 The material is available as either zinc-coated or zinc-iron alloy-coated in several coating weights [masses] or coating
designations as shown in Table 1 and in Table S2.1, and
4.3.1 The material is available with the same or different coating designations on each surface.
5. Ordering Information
5.1 Zinc-coated or zinc-iron alloy-coated sheet in coils and cut lengths is produced to thickness requirements expressed to 0.001
in. [0.01 mm]. The thickness of the sheet includes both the base metal and the coating.
5.2 Orders for product to this specification shall include the following information, as necessary, to adequately describe the
desired product:
5.2.1 Name of product (steel sheet, zinc-coated (galvanized) or zinc-iron alloy-coated (galvannealed)),
5.2.2 Designation of sheet [CS (Types A, B, and C), FS (Types A and B), DDS (Types A and C), EDDS, SS, HSLAS, HSLAS-F,
SHS, or BHS].
5.2.2.1 When a CS type is not specified, CS Type B will be furnished. When a FS type is not specified, FS Type B will be
furnished. When a DDS type is not specified, DDS Type A will be furnished.
5.2.3 When a SS, HSLAS, HSLAS-F, SHS, or BHS designation is specified, state the grade, or class, or combination thereof.
5.2.4 ASTM designation number and year of issue, as A 653 for inch-pound units or A 653M for SI units.
5.2.5 Coating designation,

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5.2.6 Chemically treated or not chemically treated,
5.2.7 Oiled or not oiled,
5.2.8 Minimized spangle (if required),
5.2.9 Extra smooth (if required),
5.2.10 Phosphatized (if required),
5.2.11 Dimensions (show thickness, minimum or nominal, width, flatness requirements, and length, if cut lengths). The
purchaser shall specify the appropriate table of thickness tolerances in Specification A 924/A 924M that applies to the order, that
is, the table of thickness tolerances for 3⁄8-in. [10-mm] edge distance, or the table of thickness tolerances for 1-in. [25-mm] edge
distance.
5.2.12 Coil size requirements (specify maximum outside diameter (OD), acceptable inside diameter (ID), and maximum weight
[mass]),
5.2.13 Packaging,
5.2.14 Certification, if required, heat analysis and mechanical property report,
5.2.15 Application (part identification and description), and
5.2.16 Special requirements (if any).
5.2.16.1 If required, the product may be ordered to a specified base metal thickness (see Supplementary Requirement S1.)
5.2.16.2 If required, the product may be ordered to a specified single spot/single side coating mass (see Supplementary
Requirement S2.)
NOTE 1—Typical ordering descriptions are as follows: steel sheet, zinc-coated, commercial steel Type A, ASTM A 653, Coating Designation G 115,
chemically treated, oiled, minimum 0.040 by 34 by 117 in., for stock tanks, or steel sheet, zinc-coated, high strength low alloy steel Grade 340, ASTM
A 653M, Coating Designation Z275, minimized spangle, not chemically treated, oiled, minimum 1.00 by 920 mm by coil, 1520-mm maximum OD,
600-mm ID, 10 000-kg maximum, for tractor inner fender.
NOTE 2—The purchaser should be aware that there are variations in manufacturing practices among the producers and therefore is advised to establish
the producer’s standard (or default) procedures for thickness tolerances.

6. Chemical Composition
6.1 Base Metal:
6.1.1 The heat analysis of the base metal shall conform to the requirements shown in Table 2 for CS (Types A, B, and C), FS
(Types A and B), DDS (Types A and C), and EDDS, and Table 3 for SS, HSLAS, HSLAS-F, SHS, and BHS.
6.1.2 Each of the elements listed in Tables 2 and 3 shall be included in the report of heat analysis. When the amount of copper,
nickel, chromium, or molybdenum is less than 0.02 %, report the analysis as either <0.02 % or the actual determined value. When
the amount of vanadium, titanium, or columbium is less than 0.008 %, report the analysis as either <0.008 % or the actual
determined value. When the amount of boron is less than 0.0005 %, report as <0.0005 % or the actual determined value.
6.1.3 See Specification A 924/A 924M for chemical analysis procedures and product analysis tolerances.
6.2 Zinc Bath Analysis—The bath metal used in continuous hot-dip galvanizing shall contain not less than 99 % zinc.
NOTE 3—To control alloy formation and promote adhesion of the zinc coating with the steel base metal, the molten coating metal composition normally
contains a percentage of aluminum usually in the range from 0.05 to 0.25. This aluminum is purposely supplied to the molten coating bath, either as a
specified ingredient in the zinc spelter or by the addition of a master alloy containing aluminum.

7. Mechanical Properties
7.1 Structural steel, high-strength low-alloy steel, high strength low alloy steel with improved formability, solution hardened
steel, and bake hardenable steel shall conform to the mechanical property requirements in Table 4 for the grade, or class, or both.
7.1.1 Bake hardenable steel shall conform to bake hardening index requirements included in Table 4 for the grade specified. The
method for measuring the bake hardening index is described in the Annex. Bake hardenable steel shall exhibit a minimum increase
in yield strength of 4 ksi [25 MPa] as based on the upper yield point or of 3 ksi [20 MPa] as based on the lower yield stress, after
a prestrained specimen has been exposed to a standard bake cycle (340°F [170°C] for 20 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 ... ...

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TABLE 2 Continued
Composition, %—Heat Analysis Element, max (unless otherwise shown)
Designation Carbon Manganese Phosphorus Sulfur Aluminum, Cu Ni Cr Mo V Cb TiB N B
min
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.
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
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.

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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 1B 80C 82 ... ...
80 Class 1C 80D 82 ... ...
80 Class 2B,D 80C 82 ... ...
80 Class 2C,E 80D 82 ... ...
80 Class 3 80D 82 3F ...
HSLAS 40 40 50E 22 ...
HSLAS 40 40 50G 22 ...
50 50 60E 20 ...
50 50 60G 20 ...
55 Class 1 55 70E 16 ...
55 Class 1 55 70G 16 ...
55 Class 2 55 65E 18 ...
55 Class 2 55 65G 18 ...
60 60 70E 16 ...
60 60 70G 16 ...
70 70 80E 12 ...
70 70 80G 12 ...
80 80 90E 10 ...
80 80 90G 10 ...
HSLAS-F 40 40 50E 24 ...
HSLAS-F 40 40 50G 24 ...
50 50 60E 22 ...
50 50 60G 22 ...
55 Class 1 55 70E 18 ...
55 Class 1 55 70G 18 ...
55 Class 2 55 65E 20 ...
55 Class 2 55 65G 20 ...
60 60 70E 18 ...
60 60 70G 18 ...
70 70 80E 14 ...
70 70 80G 14 ...
80 80 90E 12 ...
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 ...

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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
410 410 480 10B ...
480 480 550 9B ...
550 Class 1B 550C 570 ... ...
550 Class 1C 550D 570 ... ...
550 Class 2B,D 550C 570 ... ...
550 Class 2C,E 550D 570 ... ...
550 Class 3 550D 570 3F ...
HSLAS 275 275 340E 22 ...
HSLAS 275 275 340G 22 ...
340 340 410E 20 ...
340 340 410G 20 ...
380 Class 1 380 480E 16 ...
380 Class 1 380 480G 16 ...
380 Class 2 380 450E 18 ...
380 Class 2 380 450G 18 ...
410 410 480E 16 ...
410 410 480G 16 ...
480 480 550E 12 ...
480 480 550G 12 ...
550 550 620E 10 ...
550 550 620G 10 ...
HSLAS-F 275 275 340E 24 ...
HSLAS-F 275 275 340G 24 ...
340 340 410E 22 ...
340 340 410G 22 ...
380 Class 1 380 480E 18 ...
380 Class 1 380 480G 18 ...
380 Class 2 380 450E 20 ...
380 Class 2 380 450G 20 ...
410 410 480E 18 ...
410 410 480G 18 ...
480 480 550E 14 ...
480 480 550G 14 ...
550 550 620E 12 ...
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, no tension test is required if the hardness result in Rockwell B85 or higher.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
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.For sheet thickness of 0.028
in. [0.71 mm] or thinner, no tension test is required if the hardness result in Rockwell B 85 or higher.
D
SS Grade 80 [550] Class 2 may exhibit different forming characteristics than Class 1, due to difference in chemistry.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.
7.2 The typical mechanical properties for CS (Types A, B, and C), FS (Types A and B), DDS (Types A and C), and EDDS sheet
designations are listed in Table 5. These mechanical property values 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.
7.3 When base metal mechanical properties are required, all tests shall be conducted in accordance with the methods specified
in Specification A 924/A 924M.
7.4 Bending Properties Minimum Cold Bending Radii—Structural steel and high-strength low-alloy steel are commonly
fabricated by cold bending. There are many interrelated factors that affect the ability of a steel to cold form over a given radius
under shop conditions. These factors include thickness, strength level, degree of restraint, relationship to rolling direction,
chemistry, and base metal microstructure. The table in Appendix X1 lists the suggested minimum inside radius for 90° cold bending
for structural steel and high-strength low-alloy steel. They presuppose “hard way” bending (bend axis parallel to rolling direction)

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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 E 517.
D
n Value—Strain-hardening exponent as determined by Test Method E 646.
E
No typical mechanical properties have been established.
F
EDDS Sheet will be free from changes in mechanical properties over time, that is, nonaging.

and reasonably good shop forming practices. Where possible, the use of larger radii or “easy way” bends are recommended for
improved performance.

8. Coating Properties
8.1 Coating Weight [Mass]:
8.1.1 Coating weight [mass] shall conform to the requirements as shown in Table 1 for the specific coating designation. for the
specific coating designation, or
8.1.2 If required, the coating mass shall conform to the requirements as shown in Table S2.1 for the specific single spot/single
side coating mass designation (single spot/single side designations are available only in SI units).
8.1.3 Use the following relationships to estimate the coating thickness from the coating weight [mass]:
8.1.3.1 1 oz/ft2 coating weight = 1.7 mils coating thickness, and
8.1.3.2 7.14 g/m2 coating mass = 1 µm coating thickness.
8.1.4 Use the following relationship to convert coating weight to coating mass:
8.1.4.1 1 oz/ft2 coating weight = 305.15 g/m 2 coating mass.
8.2 Coating Weight [Mass] Tests :
8.2.1 Coating weight [mass] tests shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of Specification A 924/A 924M.
8.2.2 The referee method to be used shall be Test Method A 90/A 90M.
8.3 Coating Bend Test:
8.3.1 The bend test specimens of coated sheet designated by prefix “G” [“Z”] shall be capable of being bent through 180° in
any direction without flaking of the coating on the outside of the bend only. The coating bend test inside diameter shall have a
relation to the thickness of the specimen as shown in Table 6. Flaking of the coating within 0.25 in. [6 mm] of the edge of the bend
specimen shall not be cause for rejection.
8.3.2 Because of the characteristics of zinc-iron alloy coatings designated by prefix “A” [“ZF”] as explained in the Discussion
following 3.2.8, coating bend tests are not applicable.

9. Retests and Disposition of Non-Conforming Material

9.1 Retests, conducted in accordance with the requirements of the section on Retests and Disposition of Non-Conforming
Material of Specification A 924/A 924M, are permitted when an unsatisfactory test result is suspected to be the consequence of
the test method procedure.
9.2 Disposition of non-conforming material shall be subject to the requirements of 9.213.2 of Specification A 924/A 924M.

10. Dimensions and Permissible Variations

10.1 All dimensions and permissible variations shall comply with the requirements of Specification A 924/A 924M.

11. Keywords
11.1 alloyed coating; bake hardenable steel; high strength low alloy; minimized spangle coating; sheet steel; solution hardened
steel; spangle; steel; steel sheet; structural steel; zinc; zinc coated (galvanized); zinc iron-alloy; zinc iron-alloy coated

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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.
G235 2 3 3 3 3 3
G01 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G210 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
G30 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G185 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
G40 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G165 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
G60 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G140 1 1 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
G90 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G115 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G100 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G100 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G115 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G90 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G140 1 1 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
G60 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G165 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
G40 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G185 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
G30 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G210 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
G01 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
G235 2 2 3 3 3 3
HSLASA HSLAS-F
40 50 60 40 50 60 70 80
G115 1 1⁄2 1 1 ⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 1⁄2
G01 1 1⁄2 1 1 ⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 1⁄2
G100 1 1⁄2 1 1 ⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 1⁄2
G30 1 1⁄2 1 1 ⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 1⁄2
G90 1 1⁄2 1 1 ⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 1⁄2
G40 1 1⁄2 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
G40 1 1⁄2 1 1 ⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 1⁄2
G90 1 1⁄2 1 1 ⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 1⁄2
G30 1 1⁄2 1 1 ⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 1⁄2
G100 1 1⁄2 1 1 ⁄2 3 1 1 1 1 1 ⁄2 1 1⁄2
G01 1 1⁄2 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 DesignationB Through 1.0 mm Over 1.0 mm through 2.0 m Over 2.0 mm

Z700 2 3 3 3 3 3
Z001 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z600 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
Z90 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z550 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
Z120 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z500 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
Z180 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z450 1 1 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
Z275 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z350 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z305 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z305 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z350 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z275 0 0 1 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z450 1 1 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
Z180 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z500 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
Z120 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z550 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
Z90 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
Z600 2 2 2 2 2 2 1⁄2
Z001 0 0 0 1 1⁄2 2 2 1⁄2
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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
S1.1 The specified minimum thickness shall apply to the base metal only.
S1.2 The coating designation shown on the order indicates the coating to be applied to the specified minimum base metal
thickness.
S1.3 The applicable tolerances for base metal thickness are shown in Tables 16 and Tables 17, Thickness Tolerance of
Cold-Rolled Sheet (Carbon and High-Strength, Low-Alloy Steel), of Specification A 568/A 568M.
S2. Single Spot/Single Side Coating Mass
S2.1 The coating designation shown on the order indicates the coating mass to be applied to a single side. The order shall specify
a coating mass designation from Table S2.1 for each surface. No inch pound designations are available, although for each SI
coating mass designation in Table S2.1, corresponding inch-pound values are shown for information purposes
S2.2 The format for specifying the coating for each surface on the order shall be, for instance, 60G60G. In the case of differential
coating masses, the thicker (heavier) coating mass side shall be specified first, for instance 90G45G.
,B,C
TABLE S2.1 Mass of Coating Requirements—Single Spot/Single SideA
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 A 653/A 653M requirements” 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/m 2 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

A1.1.1 The bake hardening index (BHI) is determined by a two-step procedure using a standard longitudinal (rolling direction)
tensile-test specimen, prepared in accordance with Test Methods A 370. The test specimen is first strained in tension. The
magnitude of this tensile “pre-strain” shall be 2 % (extension under load). The test specimen is then removed from the test machine
and baked at a temperature of 340°F [170°C] for a period of 20 minutes. Referring to Fig. A1.1, the bake hardening index (BHI)
of the material is calculated as follows:

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FIG. A1.1 Representation of Bake Hardening Index

BHI 5 B 2 A (A1.1)

where:
A = flow stress at 2 % extension under load
B = yield strength [upper yield strength (BU) or lower yield stress (BL)] after baking at 340°F [170°C] for 20 minutes.
A1.1.2 The original test specimen cross section (width and thickness) is used in the calculation of all engineering strengths in
this test.
A1.1.3 The pre-straining of 2 % in tension is intended to simulate a modest degree of forming strain, while the subsequent
baking is intended to simulate a paint-curing or similar treatment. In the production of actual parts, forming strains and baking
treatments can differ from those employed here and, as a result, final properties can differ from the values obtained under these
controlled conditions.

APPENDIXES

(Nonmandatory Information)

X1. BENDING PROPERTIES

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

X2. RATIONALE FOR CHANGES IN PRODUCT DESIGNATIONS

X2.1 Subcommittee A05.11 has revised the designations used to classify the various products available in each hot-dip coated
specification. The previous “quality” designations have been replaced with designations and descriptions more closely related with
product characteristics. Many of the former “quality” specifications described the steel only in terms of limited chemical
composition, which in some cases was identical for two or more qualities. The former designations also did not reflect the
availability of new steels which are the result of the use of new technologies such as vacuum degassing and steel ladle treatments.

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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] 21⁄2 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] 11⁄2 t
50 [340] 2t
55 [380] Class 1 2t
55 [380] Class 2 2t
60 [410] 2t
70 [480] 3t
80 [550] 3t
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.

X2.2 The former “quality” designators, defined in very broad qualitative terms, did not provide the user with all the information
needed to select the appropriate steel for an application. The new designations are defined with technical information such as
specific chemical composition limits and typical nonmandatory mechanical properties. These steel characteristics are important to
users concerned with the weldability and formability of the coated steel products. The typical mechanical properties included in
the new designation system are those indicated by the tension test. These properties are more predictive of steel formability than
other tests such as the hardness test which may not compensate adequately for product variables such as substrate thickness and
coating weight.
X2.3 The new designations also provide the user with the flexibility to restrict the steels applied on any order. For example,
a user can restrict the application of ultra low carbon steels on an application through the selection of an appropriate “type”
designator.
X2.4 There is a limited relationship between the former and current systems of designation. Some of the reasons for this limited
relationship are: addition of steels not previously described in ASTM specifications, restrictions placed on ranges of chemical
composition, the addition of typical mechanical properties, and the enhanced capability of steel producers to combine chemical
composition and processing methods to achieve properties tailored to specific applications.
X2.5 The changes in designation are significant which may create transition issues that will have to be resolved. Continued
dialogue between users and producers will have to be maintained to assist with the transition to the new system of designations.
A user with concerns about the appropriate coated steel to order for a specific application should consult with a steel supplier or
producer.

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

X3.1 ISO 3575 and ISO 4998 may be reviewed for comparison with this standard. The relationship between the standards may
only be approximate; therefore, the respective documents should be consulted for actual requirements. Those who use these
documents must determine which specifications 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 needs for zinc-coated steel sheet requires some knowledge about
the relative corrosiveness of the environment in which the product will be used. The corrosion rate of the zinc coating varies widely
depending upon many factors of the environment. For example, the time of wetness is an important issue that affects the corrosion
rate. The presence of impurities such as chlorides, nitrates, and sulfates can also dramatically affect the rate of corrosion. Other
issues such as the presence or absence of oxygen and the temperature of the environment are important determinants for predicting
the “life of the product.”
X4.2 The final performance requirements can also impact the minimum coating mass needed for a given application. For
example, is the application an aesthetic one that requires no red rust. In this case, the time to failure is thus defined as the time
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 observed).
Or, is the application one in which the time to failure is defined as the time when perforation of the steel sheet is observed? In this
case, the thickness of the steel sheet as well as the thickness of the zinc coating impact the time to failure.
X4.3 No matter how one defines the “product life,” there are data in the published literature to assist users once the environment
and desired product life are determined.
X4.4 Although the corrosion rate can vary considerably depending on the environmental factors, it is well known that, in most
instances, the life of the zinc coating is a linear function of coating mass for any specific environment. That means, to achieve twice
the life for any specific application, the user should order twice the coating mass.
X4.4.1 Examples:
X4.4.1.1 A G60 coating mass will exhibit approximately twice the life of a G30 coating mass.
X4.4.1.2 A G90 coating mass will exhibit about 50 % longer life than a G60 coating mass.
X4.5 The following two reference books are excellent sources for additional and more detailed information on the corrosion
behavior of zinc-coated steel sheet products:
X4.5.1 Corrosion and Electrochemistry of Zinc, X. Gregory Zhang, published by Plenum Press, 1996.
X4.5.2 Corrosion Resistance of Zinc and Zinc Alloys, Frank 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
(A 653/A 653M - 08) that may impact the use of this standard. (May 1, 2009)
(1) Added new Grade 80 Class 3 requirements to Tables 3, 4, and X1.1.
(2) Added new SS Grade 60 [410] and 70 [480] requirements to Tables 3, 4, 6, and X1.1.
(3) Changed reference from D 2092 to D 7396 in 2.1 and 3.2.8.1.
(4) Changed the order of the coating weight [mass] designations in Table 6 from descending to ascending.
(5) Added 20G coating designation to Table S2.1

4
Atmospheric corrosion rates do not apply to zinc-iron alloy coatings.

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Committee A05 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue
(A 653/A 653M - 07) that may impact the use of this standard. (July 15, 2008)
(1) Changed the order of the coating weight [mass] designations in Table 1 from descending to ascending, and changed Footnote
A.
(2) Added Supplementary Requirement S2 that allows a purchaser to order product to single spot/single side coating designations.
In support of this, revisions were made in 1.2, 4.3, and 8.1.1; and added 5.2.16.2 and 8.1.2, with previous 8.1.2 renumbered as
8.1.3.
(3) Added 8.1.4 added showing the formula for converting coating weight to coating mass.
(4) Replaced footnote H with footnotes D and E on DDS Type C in Table 2.
(5) In Table 3, revised SS GRD 33 to increase P level.
(6) Revised 10.1.
(7)Deleted Flatness Tables: 7 and 8.

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Committee A05 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue,
A653/A653M-06a, that may impact the use of this standard. (June 1, 2007)
(1)Revised Footnote B in Table 2.
(2)Revised Footnote C in Table 3. ) Deleted Flatness Tables: 7 and 8.

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