Steel S460MC-M
Heat-treated state · default condition
EN S460MC
M = thermomechanically controlled processed
Standard mill condition for hot-rolled coil, strip and plate; use for all cold-forming and welded fabrication.
Values for the M condition
Other S460MC tempers and conditions
S460MC is listed in 4 conditions; see the grade overview at S460MC.
Compare all 4 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MDefaultThis page Thermomechanically controlled processed | Standard mill condition for hot-rolled coil, strip and plate; use for all cold-forming and welded fabrication. | 495 | 580 | 22 | 175 HB | 8.5 % IACS |
M, pickled and oiled coil/strip | Same TM-rolled properties but descaled surface — choose for direct roll-forming, stamping or painting without shot blasting. | 495 | 580 | 23 | 172 HB | 8.5 % IACS |
M, thin gauge strip | Narrow/thin slit strip for roll-formed profiles; standard elongation requirement is lower than for ≥3 mm material. | 505 | 590 | 18 | 178 HB | 8.5 % IACS |
Cold-formed / roll-formed section | Work-hardened corners of roll-formed profiles show raised yield and reduced ductility — account for this in re-forming or bending. | 570 | 630 | 14 | 195 HB | 8.5 % IACS |
What is S460MC-M?
S460MC-M is S460MC heat treated to M — standard mill condition for hot-rolled coil, strip and plate; use for all cold-forming and welded fabrication. S460MC-M has a yield strength of 495 MPa (71.8 ksi) and a tensile strength of 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) — stronger than 62% of steel grades. Elongation at break is 22% and the elastic modulus is 210 GPa (30.5 Msi). S460MC-M has a density of 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³), heavier than 56% of steel grades. It melts at 1,490°C (2,714 °F).
Advantages
- Forms and bends easily — 70/100, better than 86% of steel grades
- Readily welded — 85/100, better than 83% of steel grades
Limitations
- Hard to polish — 45/100, worse than 84% of steel grades
S460MC-M properties
Typical room-temperature values for S460MC-M; 22 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are S460MC reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among steel grades.
Physical3
S460MC-M has a density of 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³), heavier than 56% of steel grades. It melts at 1,490°C (2,714 °F).
Mechanical16
S460MC-M has a yield strength of 495 MPa (71.8 ksi) and a tensile strength of 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) — stronger than 62% of steel grades. Elongation at break is 22% and the elastic modulus is 210 GPa (30.5 Msi).
Thermal6
S460MC-M is rated for continuous service to 350°C (662 °F). It conducts heat at 45 W/m·K (26 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 66% of steel grades. Thermal expansion is 12 µm/m·K (6.67 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
S460MC-M conducts electricity at 8.5 % IACS, better than 63% of steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is not recommended (12/100), worse than 53% of steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of S460MC-M takes about 25 MJ of energy and emits 2 kg of CO₂ — less than 82% of steel grades. Typical recycled content is 25%.
Manufacturability7
S460MC-M's machinability is good (55/100, better than 62% of steel grades); weldability excellent (85/100); formability very good (70/100).
Common Calculations5
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with S460MC-M
Is S460MC easy to machine?
Machines like a tough medium-carbon steel at ~55 % of 1212; use rigid setups, sharp carbide and moderate feeds to avoid work hardening and burr formation.
Can S460MC be welded?
Excellent weldability at CEV ≈ 0.35–0.38; no preheat needed for thin gauges, use low-hydrogen consumables and limit heat input (~<1.5 kJ/mm) to protect HAZ strength.
Can S460MC be formed, bent or molded?
Cold-form only; min bend radius about 1.0×t up to 3 mm and 1.5×t above, bending transverse to rolling direction preferred; avoid hot forming above ~580 °C which erases TM strengthening.
What surface finishes work on S460MC?
No natural corrosion resistance — shot blast or pickle then prime/paint, hot-dip galvanize or zinc-rich coat; anodizing not applicable.
S460MC chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| Cladle analysis, EN 10149-2 | ≤ 0.12 | 0.08 |
| Si | ≤ 0.5 | 0.2 |
| Mn | ≤ 1.6 | 1.4 |
| P | ≤ 0.03 | 0.02 |
| S | ≤ 0.02 | 0.01 |
| Altotal Al, min for grain refinement | ≥ 0.02 | 0.04 |
| NbNb+V+Ti combined ≤ 0.22 % | ≤ 0.09 | 0.05 |
| V | ≤ 0.2 | 0.03 |
| Ti | ≤ 0.15 | 0.02 |
| Mooptional, by agreement | ≤ 0.5 | 0.02 |
| Boptional, by agreement | ≤ 0.01 | 0 |
| Fe | balance | — |
S460MC-M — frequently asked
What is S460MC-M used for?
S460MC-M is typically used for mobile crane structures, truck frame rails and construction equipment. In short: strongest common MC grade; weight-saving structural sheet; tighter bend limits.
What is the yield strength of S460MC-M?
S460MC-M has a typical yield strength of 495 MPa (71.8 ksi) and a tensile strength of 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) — stronger than 62% of steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 4 listed tempers.
Is S460MC-M easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated good (55/100, better than 62% of steel grades). Machines like a tough medium-carbon steel at ~55 % of 1212; use rigid setups, sharp carbide and moderate feeds to avoid work hardening and burr formation.
Can S460MC-M be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated excellent (85/100). Excellent weldability at CEV ≈ 0.35–0.38; no preheat needed for thin gauges, use low-hydrogen consumables and limit heat input (~<1.5 kJ/mm) to protect HAZ strength.
What surface finishes work on S460MC-M?
No natural corrosion resistance — shot blast or pickle then prime/paint, hot-dip galvanize or zinc-rich coat; anodizing not applicable.
Can S460MC-M be formed, bent or molded?
Cold-form only; min bend radius about 1.0×t up to 3 mm and 1.5×t above, bending transverse to rolling direction preferred; avoid hot forming above ~580 °C which erases TM strengthening.
What is the maximum service temperature of S460MC-M?
S460MC-M is rated for continuous use to about 350°C (662 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between S460MC-M and S460MC-CF?
M is the default condition — standard mill condition for hot-rolled coil, strip and plate; use for all cold-forming and welded fabrication. CF: work-hardened corners of roll-formed profiles show raised yield and reduced ductility — account for this in re-forming or bending. Yield strength is 495 MPa in M versus 570 MPa in CF.
Sources
- EN 10149-2 Hot-rolled flat products made of high yield strength steels for cold forming — thermomechanically rolled steels — CEN (2013)
- GB/T 1591 High strength low alloy structural steels (Q460M) — SAC (2018)
- ASM Handbook Vol.1: Properties and Selection: Irons, Steels, and High-Performance Alloys — ASM International (1990)
- ASM Handbook Vol.19: Fatigue and Fracture — ASM International (1996)
- Hot-rolled HSLA structural steel S460MC datasheet — European flat-steel producer (2023)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.