Calculators

Metal Calculator

 Approx. weight in lbs*
 Approx. weight in kg*
*These weights should be used for estimation purposes only. Plate weight does not allow for kerf.

Conversion

Carbon Equivalency

Carbon Equivalency Formula
C =
V =
Mn =
Cu =
Cr =
Ni =
Mo =
Carbon Equivalency = 
PcM Formula
C =
Ni =
Si =
Mo =
Mn =
V =
Cu =
B =
Cr =
PcM = 
Symbol → Name
C → Carbon
V → Vanadium
Mn → Manganese
Cu → Copper
Cr → Chromium
Ni → Nickel
Mo → Molybdenum
Si → Silicon
B → Boron
Carbon Equivalent (CE) Weldability
up to 0.35 Excellent
0.36-0.40 Very good
0.41-0.45 Good
0.46-0.50 Fair
over 0.50 Poor

Gauge

Sheet Steel: 0.127 - 0.134
Strip & Tubing: 0.134
Aluminum: 0.1019
Stainless Steel: 0.1406