1. Material Standards & Grades

Primary Standard:

• ASTM A516/A516M - Standard Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Carbon Steel, for Moderate- and Lower-Temperature Service

Available Grades:

2. Chemical Composition (% by weight)

3. Mechanical Properties

4. Impact Test Requirements

Note: Impact test is mandatory for all grades when specified by the purchaser.

5. Physical Properties

6. Product Specifications

7. Heat Treatment Options

8. Testing & Inspection

Mandatory Tests:

• Tensile test (ASTM A370)

• Impact test (ASTM A370)

• Bend test (ASTM A370)

• Chemical analysis (ASTM A751)

• Ultrasonic testing (ASTM A578/A577)

• Visual inspection

• Dimensional inspection

Optional Tests:

• Hardness test

• Macro examination

• Drop-weight test (ASTM E208)

• Third-party inspection

• PMI verification

9. Applications

Primary Applications:

• Pressure Vessels: Storage tanks, reactors, columns

• Boilers: Drum shells, headers, supports

• Heat Exchangers: Shells, tube sheets, channels

• Nuclear Components: Containment vessels, supports

• Chemical Plants: Process vessels, storage containers

• Oil & Gas: Separators, scrubbers, knock-out drums

Service Conditions:

• Temperature range: -29°C to 425°C

• Pressure rating: Per ASME Section VIII Division 1

• Suitable for welded construction

• Compatible with various heat treatments

*All A516/A516M carbon steel plates are manufactured and tested in accordance with ASTM standards and can be supplied with additional testing to meet specific pressure vessel code requirements.*