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GREY CAST IRON

Grey cast iron FG 260 equivalents, chemistry & properties.

Grey cast iron FG 260 is a grey cast iron used for mostly used for engine blocks, brake drums, gear housings and machine-tool beds. Below are its equivalent designations in nine standards, chemical composition, mechanical properties and density.

Grey cast iron FG 260 equivalent grades

India (IS)
FG 260 (IS 210)
USA (ASTM / AISI / SAE)
ASTM A48 Class 35–40 (nearest)
Europe (EN)
EN-GJL-250
Werkstoff No. (W.Nr)
EN-JL1040
Japan (JIS)
FC250
China (GB)
HT250
Russia (GOST)
SCh25

Key data

Family
Grey cast iron
Density
7.2 g/cm³
Typical mechanical
TS ≥260 MPa
Typical uses
Mostly used for engine blocks, brake drums, gear housings and machine-tool beds
Weight
Calculate weight in Grey cast iron FG 260

Grey cast iron FG 260 chemical composition (weight %)

C about 3.1–3.4 · Si about 1.7–2.2 (typical)

Frequently asked questions

What is the equivalent of Grey cast iron FG 260?

Grey cast iron FG 260 equivalents: India (IS) FG 260 (IS 210); USA (ASTM / AISI / SAE) ASTM A48 Class 35–40 (nearest); Europe (EN) EN-GJL-250; Werkstoff No. (W.Nr) EN-JL1040; Japan (JIS) FC250; China (GB) HT250; Russia (GOST) SCh25. Equivalents are close but not always identical; check the standard on your order.

What is the density of Grey cast iron FG 260?

About 7.2 g/cm³ (7,200 kg/m³), the value used for weight calculations.

Need Grey cast iron FG 260?

Steel Impex India, Mumbai, supplies Grey cast iron FG 260 in pipes, plates, sheets, bars and fittings as available, with mill test certificates. Send the grade, standard, size and quantity.