ASTM A517/A517M Alloy Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel
ASTM A517/A517M alloy steel plates are high-strength, quenched and tempered materials specifically designed for use in fusion-welded boilers and other pressure vessels. These plates offer exceptional toughness and strength, making them ideal for high-pressure and high-temperature environments. Their chemical composition, which includes elements such as carbon, manganese, molybdenum, and others, ensures enhanced mechanical properties that can withstand the rigorous demands of industrial applications. ASTM A517/A517M plates are extensively used in the construction of storage tanks, industrial boilers, heat exchangers, and critical components in nuclear and thermal power plants, as well as chemical processing vessels. Their ability to maintain structural integrity and safety under extreme conditions makes them indispensable in industries requiring reliable and durable materials for pressure-retaining applications.
Chemical Composition of ASTM A517/A517M Alloy Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel
| Element |
Grade A |
Grade B |
Grade E |
Grade F |
Grade H |
Grade P |
Grade Q |
Grade S |
| Carbon |
0.15-0.21 |
0.15-0.21 |
0.12-0.20 |
0.10-0.20 |
0.12-0.21 |
0.12-0.21 |
0.14-0.21 |
0.10-0.20 |
| Manganese |
0.80-1.10 |
0.70-1.00 |
0.40-0.70 |
0.60-1.00 |
0.95-1.30 |
0.45-0.70 |
0.95-1.30 |
1.10-1.50 |
| Phosphorus |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
| Sulfur |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
| Silicon |
0.20-0.35 |
0.20-0.35 |
0.20-0.35 |
0.20-0.35 |
0.20-0.35 |
0.20-0.35 |
0.20-0.35 |
0.20-0.35 |
| Molybdenum |
0.18-0.28 |
0.15-0.25 |
0.40-0.60 |
0.40-0.60 |
0.20-0.30 |
0.45-0.60 |
0.40-0.60 |
0.10-0.35 |
| Boron |
0.001-0.005 |
0.001-0.005 |
0.001-0.005 |
0.001-0.005 |
0.001-0.005 |
0.001-0.005 |
0.001-0.005 |
0.001-0.005 |
| Vanadium |
0.03-0.08 |
0.03-0.08 |
0.03-0.08 |
0.03-0.08 |
0.03-0.08 |
0.03-0.08 |
0.03-0.08 |
0.03-0.08 |
| Titanium |
0.01-0.04 |
0.01-0.10 |
0.01-0.04 |
0.01-0.10 |
0.01-0.04 |
0.01-0.10 |
0.01-0.04 |
0.01-0.10 |
| Zirconium |
0.05-0.15 |
– |
0.05-0.15 |
– |
0.05-0.15 |
– |
0.05-0.15 |
– |
Mechanical Properties of ASTM A517/A517M Alloy Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel
| Property |
Value |
| Tensile strength (ksi) |
115-135 (≤2.50 in. thick) |
| 105-135 (>2.50-6 in. thick) |
| Yield strength (ksi) |
100 (≤2.50 in. thick) |
| 90 (>2.50-6 in. thick) |
| Elongation in 2 in. (%) |
16 (≤2.50 in. thick) |
| 14 (>2.50-6 in. thick) |
| Reduction of area (%) |
35 (rectangular specimens) |
| 45 (round specimens) |
| Impact test requirement |
≥0.015 in. lateral expansion opposite notch |
| Test temperature |
≤32°F (0°C) |
Specification
| Standard |
ASTM A517/A517M Alloy Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel |
| Steel Grade/Material |
A, B, E, F, H, P, Q, S |
| 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 A517/A517M Carbon Steel Plates for Pressure Vessel
| Application |
Description |
| Pressure Vessels |
ASTM A517 steel plates are specifically designed for use in pressure vessels due to their high strength and ability to withstand high pressure and temperature conditions. |
| Fusion Welded Boilers |
The high strength and toughness of ASTM A517 make it suitable for the construction of fusion welded boilers, which require materials that can endure the stresses of high-pressure steam. |
| Storage Tanks |
These steel plates are also used in the construction of storage tanks that hold gases or liquids under high pressure, ensuring safety and structural integrity. |
| Industrial Boilers |
Industrial boilers, which are subjected to high-pressure steam and high temperatures, benefit from the mechanical properties of ASTM A517 steel plates. |
| Heat Exchangers |
In heat exchangers, the material must endure high temperatures and thermal cycling, making ASTM A517 an appropriate choice. |
| Nuclear and Thermal Power Plants |
Due to its reliability and strength, ASTM A517 steel is used in the construction of pressure vessels and other critical components in nuclear and thermal power plants. |
| Chemical Processing Vessels |
Chemical processing vessels that operate under high pressure and corrosive environments use ASTM A517 plates for their durability and resistance to chemical degradation. |
