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Engineering Specifications for Arc and CD Weld Studs

Weld Stud base metals, load strengths, threads and engineering specifications for Arc and CD stud fasteners are provided in the charts below.



Arc Weld Stud - Engineering Specifications

These basic specifications are typical values of the mechanical properties of Sunbelt weld studs.

Also shown are the chemical properties of low carbon steel.

For actual material analysis and physical properties, Sunbelt will provide upon request a detailed material certification.


Materials

LCS - Low Carbon Steel

  • Chemical Properties
    • C – .23% Max. P – .040% Max.
    • Mn. – .90% Max. S – .050% Max.
  • Mechanical Properties
    • Tensile Strength: 60,000 PSI Min.
    • Yield Strength: 50,000 PSI Min.
    • Elongation in 2 inches: 20% Min.
  • Mechanical Properties (Annealed)
    • Tensile strength: 50,000 PSI
    • Yield Strength: 35,000 PSI
    • Elongation in 2 inches: 25%

HSS - High Strength Steel

  • Mechanical Properties
    • Tensile Strength: 120,000 PSI Min.

304SS - Stainless Steel
Type 302/304/305/316

  • Mechanical Properties
    • Tensile Strength: 85,000 PSI Min.
    • Yield Strength: 40,000 PSI Min
    • Elongation in 2 inches: 45%
  • Mechanical Properties (Annealed)
    • Tensile Strength: 80,000 PSI
    • Yield Strength: 30,000 PSI Min.
    • Elongation in 2 inches: 50%

5000SA - Aluminum Alloy (5000 series)

  • Mechanical Properties
    • Tensile Strength: 42,000 PSI Min.
    • Yield Strength: 30,000 PSI Min.

Arc Studs - Suggested Fastening Torque | Ultimate Tensile Strength | Ultimate Shear Load

LCS=Low Carbon Steel | HSS=High Strength Steel | 304SS=304 Stainless Steel | 5000SA=5000 Series Aluminum
 Suggested Fastening
Torque* (inch lbs.)
Ultimate Tensile
Strength (lbs.)
Ultimate Shear
Load (lbs.)
Stud SizeLCSHSS304SS5000SALCSHSS304SS5000SALCSHSS304SS5000SA
8-3217.8-19.8-1010-1260-750-940-
10-2420.8-22.8101230-1530770920-1150460
1/4-206513075.2402300380028801360172024002160850
5/16-181292601327037406200468023002800400035001400
3/8-162124002368155509300692032504160600051902100
7/16-14338-3761407630-960044005710-72002400
1/2-13465900517-102001690012800595076501100096003000
5/8-111000-1110-16300-20200-12200-15150-
3/4-101259-1530-24000-30000-18000-22500-
7/8-91919-2328-33300-41600-24900-31200-
1"-82832-3440-43600-54500-32700-40900-

CD Weld Stud - Engineering Specifications

Welding Capabilities of CD Stud Fasteners

Base MaterialStud Material
Mild Steel
1008, 1010
Stainless Steel
304, 305
Aluminum
5356, 6061
Brass
70-30, 65-35
Mild Steel:
1006 through 1030
ExcellentExcellentExcellent
Medium carbon steel:
1030 through 1050
* Good* Good* Good
Galvanized sheet duct:
or decking
ExcellentExcellent
Structural SteelExcellentExcellentExcellent
Stainless steel:
405, 410, 430, and 300 series, except 303
ExcellentExcellentExcellent
Lead free brass;
Electrolytic copper;
Lead-free rolled copper
ExcellentExcellentExcellent
+ Most aluminum alloys of the
1000, 3000, 5000, and 6000 series
Excellent
Die-cast zinc alloys* Good* GoodExcellent* Good

* Good: Generally full strength results, depending upon the combination of stud size and base metal.

+ Other Materials, such as 7000 Series aluminum, titanium alloys, Inconel, etc. can be welded under specified conditions.


Standard CD Stud Fastener Load Strengths

Stud MaterialStud SizeMaximum Fastening
Torque (Inch Lbs.) *
Ultimate Tensile
Load (Lbs.)
Maximum Shear
Load (Lbs.)
Low-carbon, copper-flashed steel6-32
8-32
10-24
1/4-20
5/16-18
3/8-16
6
12
14
43
72
106
500
765
960
1750
2900
4300
375
575
720
1300
2200
3250
Stainless steel: 3046-32
8-32
10-24
1/4-20
5/16-18
3/8-16
10
20
23
75
126
186
790
1260
1530
2880
3750
4850
590
940
1150
2160
2800
3600
Aluminum alloy: 5000 series6-32
8-32
10-24
1/4-20
5/16-18
3.5
7.5
10
40
70
375
585
735
1360
2300
235
365
460
850
1400
Brass: 70-30 65-356-32
8-32
10-24
1/4-20
5/16-18
3/8-16
8
16
18.5
61
102
150
600
860
1040
1950
3280
4800
390
560
680
1275
2140
3160

* These values should develop fastener tension to slightly less than yield point and should be used only as a guide.

* The basic specifications shown above cover typical mechanical property values of Sunbelt studs.


Manufacturing Data

Threads - Standard threads are UNC-2A for male threads, UNC-2B for female. Some sizes are also stocked in UNF-2A and 2B sizes. Other thread classifications are available on special order. Whenever possible, all studs are thread rolled.

Plating - Zinc plating is available according to ASTM-A 164-55 RS. Other plating materials available on request. Plating is removed from the weld base to prevent contamination on all studs except 10 gauge pins.

Annealing - Sunbelt arc welding studs can be annealed to a maximum of 75 Rockwell B for low carbon steel; 90 Rockwell B for stainless steel.

Flux - Except for some studs less than 5/16" diameter, all studs are solid fluxed at the center of the weld base.

Ferrules - All orders include ferrules when required. Ferrules are supplied with the studs and are not sold individually.


Disclaimer

The provided performance data is intended as guideline for specifications and strengths only and is based on assumptions of general and reasonable use. Performance suitability for any specific application should be determined by the user.