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Pressure Vessel Steel Plates
Pressure Vessel Steel Plates
Pressure vessel steel plate is a type of low-alloy or carbon steel plate designed for demanding environments with high pressure, high temperature, or corrosion. It offers high strength, good toughness, and excellent weldability.
ZhaojianSteel supplies high-quality pressure vessel steel plates, offering common grades that meet ASTM/ASME standards, such as A516, A285, A537, and A612, with thicknesses ranging from 10 to 200mm. We also provide specialized steel plates with resistance to hydrogen-induced cracking (HIC) and high-performance materials alloyed with chromium, molybdenum, or nickel to meet the demands of harsh environments like high temperature, high pressure, and sulfur-containing conditions.
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Specifications of Pressure Vessel Steel Plate
| Item | Description / Range |
| Standards System | ASTM / ASME, EN, JIS, etc. |
| Typical Applicable Standards | ASTM A516, A537, A285, A612 / EN 10028 / GB 713 |
| Steel Types | Carbon steel, low alloy steel, Cr-Mo alloy steel, HIC-resistant steel, Ni-based low-temperature steel |
| Thickness Range | 6 mm – 200 mm (some specs up to 300 mm) |
| Width Range | 1500 mm – 3000 mm (custom wide plates available) |
| Length Range | 6000 mm – 12000 mm (or cut to customer requirements) |
| Delivery Condition | Hot rolled (As Rolled), Normalized, Annealed, Quenched & Tempered (Q+T), etc. |
| Yield Strength (typical) | 205 – 460 MPa (depending on grade, thickness, and heat treatment) |
| Tensile Strength (typical) | 380 – 750 MPa (varies by grade and treatment) |
| Impact Toughness | Usually meets impact requirements at -20℃ to -60℃ (Charpy V-notch testing available) |
| Weldability | Good, suitable for various welding methods (SAW, TIG, MIG, manual arc welding) |
| Common Applications | Boilers, gas storage tanks, heat exchangers, react |
Quality Certification
Pressure Vessel Plate used
Boiler and steam generator shells.
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) storage tanks.
Various pressure vessels such as reactors, separators, and heat exchangers.
Oil and gas equipment that requires high resistance to hydrogen sulfide corrosion and hydrogen-induced cracking.
Chemical storage tanks and reaction equipment.
High-temperature and high-pressure equipment in power plants.
Pressure vessels and storage tanks for offshore platforms.
More Details About Zhaojian Steel Products
Key Features
Performance Assurance
Accurate alloy element control optimizes strength and toughness balance.
Advanced Equipment
Multiple production lines guarantee capacity and delivery schedules.
Direct Supply
Reliable quality, full specifications, and stable supply from the manufacturer.
Pressure Vessel Plate Manufacturing Process
Pressure Vessel Plates undergo a production process similar to that of general carbon steel plates, including steelmaking, continuous casting, hot rolling, heat treatment, and quality inspection. However, the key is maintaining precision control at every stage of manufacturing.
ZhaojianSteel maintains high standards with strict control measures:
Precise Composition Control: Key elements like C, Mn, S, and P are strictly regulated within a minimal tolerance level to ensure stable strength and toughness.
Consistent Mechanical Properties: Plates are required to meet defined standards for yield strength, tensile strength, and elongation.
Guaranteed Low-Temperature Impact Toughness: Charpy V-notch tested plates at temperatures from -20℃ to -60℃ are available to meet the cold environment standard.
Controlled Heat Treatment: Processes such as normalizing (N) and quenching & tempering (Q+T) are used to refine grain structure and extend service life.
Full-Scope Non-Destructive Testing: Standardized ultrasonic testing (UT) is performed throughout, with optional special anti-crack testing available upon request.
FAQ
Different grades are suitable for different temperature and pressure conditions. For example, A516 is often used for low-to-medium temperature vessels, while A537 and Cr-Mo alloy steels are designed for high-temperature, high-pressure applications.
Absolutely. We offer thicknesses from 6 mm to 200 mm, widths from 1500 mm to 3000 mm, and lengths up to 12 meters, along with additional services like cutting, edge trimming, and chamfering available.
Generally, our delivery time is between 15 and 45 days. For large-volume orders or special requests, the lead time might be longer.
