ASTM A541/A541M-05(2010)

ASTM A541/A541M-05(2010) - 1.10.2010

1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers requirements for quenched and tempered carbon and alloy steel forgings for pressure vessel components.

1.2 All grades are considered weldable under proper conditions. Welding technique is of fundamental importance, and it is presupposed that welding procedure and inspection will be in accordance with approved methods for the grade of material used.

Note 1—Grades 1 and 1A have different chemistries but the same mechanical requirements.

2. Referenced Documents

A275/A275M-23	Standard Practice for Magnetic Particle Examination of Steel Forgings
A788/A788M-26a	Standard Specification for Steel Forgings, General Requirements (Includes all amendments and changes 8/6/2026).
A388/A388M-26	Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Examination of Steel Forgings
A370-26	Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
E208-20e1	Standard Test Method for Conducting Drop-Weight Test to Determine Nil-Ductility Transition Temperature of Ferritic Steels (Includes all amendments and changes 2/9/2023).