ASTM A516 Gr 70, 65, 60 Steel Plate Overview

SA516 is a carbon steel plate grade utilized primarily in welded pressure vessels for moderate to lower temperature service. This material is produced in grades 55, 60, 65 and 70. This material is also offered in the normalized condition where improved notch toughness is required.

This specification of ASTM A516 covers carbon steel plates intended primarily for service in welded pressure vessels where improved notch toughness is important. According to different strength levels, the plates are available in four grades: Grades 55, 60, 65, and 70. The most common is Grade 70 or called out A516-70. The maximum thickness of plates is limited only by the capacity of the composition to meet the specified mechanical property requirements. The steel shall be killed and shall conform to fine austenitic grain size requirements. The mechanical properties, such as tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation shall be determined by a tension test for the plates.

ASTM A516 Gr 70, 65, 60 Steel Plate Application

ASTM A516 steel plates are commonly used in:

• Fabrication of pressure vessels for the oil, gas, and chemical industries.
• Construction of storage tanks for liquids at moderate temperatures.
• Boilers and heat exchangers in power generation plants.