ASTM A193 B8M Stud Bolts / ASTM A320 B8M - Stud bolts +Nuts
ASTM A193 B8M Stud Bolts / ASTM A320 B8M - Stud bolts +Nuts
[ AREAS-977 ]ASTM A193, Grade B8M Class 1 Stainless steel, AISI 316, carbide solution treated.
Stainless steel, AISI 316, carbide solution treated.
ASTM A193, Grade B8 Class 2 Stainless steel, AISI 316, carbide solution treated,strain hardened.
| ASTM Specification | Stainless Grade | Application | Marking Class 1 | Marking Class 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A193 Grade B8 | Type 304 | High temperature / High pressure | B8 | B8SH |
| A320 Grade B8 | Type 304 | Low temperature | B8 | B8 |
| A193 Grade B8M | Type 316 | High temperature / High pressure | B8M | B8MSH |
| A320 Grade B8M | Type 316 | Low temperature | B8M | B8M |
A193 and A320 grades B8 and B8M are assumed to be Class 1 unless otherwise specified. Class 1 fasteners are carbide solution treated, while class 2 fasteners are carbide solution treated and strain hardened. The work hardening that occurs in the manufacturing of Class 2 fasteners increases their strength. Class 2 fasteners are differentiated by the letters “SH” after the grade marking on the fastener and an underline for both A193 and A320 fasteners. The marking typically appears on the heads of bolts or the ends of threaded studs. For both A193 and A320, the marking requirement historically was only the underline, the “SH” lettering was added in approximately 2006.
