Quality	Standard	Material No.	Available coatings
DX51D	DIN EN 10346	1.0917	+Z, +ZF, +ZA, +ZM, +AZ, +AS

Testing direction	Yield Point Re (MPa)	Tensil Strength Rm (MPa)	Elongation A80 (in %)
Q	–	270 – 550	≥ 22

The hot-dip galvanized steel DX51D in accordance with the 10346 standard is an essential material in modern metal processing. This high-quality steel, which is listed under the material number 1.0917 (formerly 1.0226), is characterized by its excellent cold forming properties and is one of the soft steels that have been specially developed for demanding forming processes. The classification as machine-seam quality also underlines its particular suitability for automated production processes, where precision and consistent quality are of central importance.

The requirements set out in the 10346 standard ensure that the steel not only offers high mechanical properties, but also has excellent corrosion resistance. This is achieved by hot-dip galvanizing, in which a protective zinc coating is applied to the surface of the steel. The galvanizing process significantly extends the service life of the material, as it is protected from environmental influences such as moisture and aggressive chemical substances. Various coatings are available, including +Z, +ZF, +ZA, +ZM, +AZ and +AS. Each of these coatings has specific properties that allow the steel to be precisely matched to the respective requirements and conditions of use.

DX51D steel has proven to be a versatile and reliable material, particularly in industry. Its good formability makes it ideal for cold forming processes, such as those used in mechanical engineering, the automotive industry and the construction sector. The excellent combination of mechanical stability and flexible formability makes it possible to produce complex components with tight tolerances. At the same time, the machine-seam quality means that the steel can be processed efficiently in automated production processes, resulting in a high level of cost-effectiveness in production.

In summary, the hot-dip galvanized steel DX51D not only impresses with its technical quality and compliance with international standards, but also with the possibility of adapting it precisely to various production requirements. Companies looking for a reliable material benefit from the extensive advantages offered by this steel – from improved resistance to corrosion to optimum suitability for cold forming. The DX51D steel in accordance with standard 10346 not only meets the current requirements of modern manufacturing processes, but is also ideally equipped for future challenges in industrial production.