ASTM A516/A516M Carbon Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel

ASTM A516/A516M Carbon Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel

ASTM A516/A516M carbon steel plates are widely recognized for their outstanding performance and reliability in the fabrication of pressure vessels and boilers. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of various industries, these plates offer excellent weldability, high toughness, and superior strength, making them ideal for applications involving moderate to low-temperature environments. Available in multiple grades with varying tensile and yield strengths, ASTM A516/A516M plates are extensively utilized in the petrochemical, oil and gas, power generation, nuclear, chemical processing, food and beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Their compliance with stringent ASTM standards ensures consistent quality and performance, providing a dependable solution for constructing pressure-containing equipment such as storage tanks, reactors, separators, and heat exchangers.

Chemical Composition of ASTM A516/A516M Carbon Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel

Element	Grade 55	Grade 60	Grade 65	Grade 70
Carbon, max
≤ 12.5 mm	0.18%	0.21%	0.24%	0.27%
> 12.5-50 mm	0.20%	0.23%	0.26%	0.28%
> 50-100 mm	0.22%	0.25%	0.28%	0.30%
> 100-200 mm	0.24%	0.27%	0.29%	0.31%
> 200 mm	0.26%	0.27%	0.29%	0.31%
Manganese
≤ 12.5 mm	0.60-0.90%	0.60-0.90%	0.85-1.20%	0.85-1.20%
> 12.5 mm	0.60-1.20%	0.85-1.20%	0.85-1.20%	0.85-1.20%
Phosphorus, max	0.035%	0.035%	0.035%	0.035%
Sulfur, max	0.035%	0.035%	0.035%	0.035%
Silicon	0.15-0.40%	0.15-0.40%	0.15-0.40%	0.15-0.40%

Mechanical Properties of ASTM A516/A516M Carbon Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel

Property	Grade 55	Grade 60	Grade 65	Grade 70
Tensile Strength, ksi [MPa]	55-75 [380-515]	60-80 [415-550]	65-85 [450-585]	70-90 [485-620]
Yield Strength, min, ksi [MPa]	30 [205]	32 [220]	35 [240]	38 [260]
Elongation in 8 in. [200 mm], min %	23	21	19	17
Elongation in 2 in. [50 mm], min %	27	25	23	21

Specifications

Standard	ASTM A516/A516M Carbon Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel
Steel Grade/Material	55, 60, 65, 70
Dimension	T 5-350mm × W 900-4100mm × L 3000-25000mm
Packing	Packed with steel-framed plywood pallets
Supply Conditions	AR = as-rolled TM = thermo-mechanical controlled processing CR = controlled QT = quenched and tempered N = normalized
Place of Origin	Made in China
MOQ	50 Tons
Transportation	Railway, By Sea

Applications of ASTM A516/A516M Carbon Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel

Petrochemical Industry:

Used in the construction of storage tanks and pressure vessels for storing and processing chemicals, petroleum, and natural gas.

Suitable for environments with low to moderate temperatures.

Oil and Gas Industry:

Applied in the manufacturing of offshore and onshore pressure vessels and separators.

Utilized in refineries for the processing and distillation of crude oil.

Power Generation:

Employed in boilers and pressure vessels in power plants for steam generation.

Used in the construction of heat exchangers and condensers.

Nuclear Industry:

Utilized in the fabrication of pressure vessels for nuclear reactors.

Suitable for applications requiring high strength and resistance to radiation.

Chemical Processing:

Applied in reactors, distillation columns, and other pressure-containing equipment.

Suitable for corrosive environments when properly coated or lined.

Food and Beverage Industry:

Used in the construction of pressure vessels for processing and storing food and beverages.

Ensures compliance with hygiene and safety standards.

Pharmaceutical Industry:

Employed in the fabrication of pressure vessels for the production and storage of pharmaceutical products.

Ensures purity and safety in the processing of sensitive materials.