
ASTM A516 Grade 60 Plate Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter in India
ASTM A516 Grade 60 Plate supplied by Astromet Steel & Engineering are pressure vessel quality carbon steel plates developed for moderate and low-temperature service. These plates are widely used in pressure-retaining equipment where dependable strength, toughness, and weldability are required.
Grade 60 plates offer a balanced combination of tensile strength and ductility, making them suitable for fabrication processes such as welding, forming, and machining. Their controlled chemical composition ensures consistent mechanical performance under internal pressure and thermal stress.
Astromet Steel & Engineering supplies ASTM A516 Gr.60 Plates strictly in accordance with ASTM and ASME standards. Each plate undergoes comprehensive quality testing, including chemical analysis, mechanical testing, and visual inspection to ensure long-term safety and performance.
Due to their reliable pressure-handling capability and cost efficiency, ASTM A516 Grade 60 Carbon Steel Plate are widely preferred for industrial pressure vessels and boiler manufacturing.
ASTM A516 Grade 60 Steel Plate Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Standard | ASTM A516 / ASME SA516 |
| Grade | Grade 60 |
| Product Form | Carbon Steel Plate |
| Thickness Range | 6 mm – 180 mm |
| Width | Up to 3000 mm |
| Length | Up to 12000 mm |
| Heat Treatment | As Rolled / Normalized |
| Impact Testing | Optional / As specified |
| Inspection | EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 |
| Application | Pressure Vessels & Boilers |
ASTM A516 Grade 60 Plate Chemical Composition
| Chemical Composition | Maximum C % for thickness t (mm) | Mn % for thickness t (mm) |
Si % | P % max | S % max | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-12.5mm | 12.5-25mm | 25-50mm | >50mm | ≤12.5mm | >12.5mm | ||||
| A516 Gr55 | 0.18 | 0.20 | 0.22 | 0.25 | 0.55-0.98 | 0.60-1.30 | 0.13-0.45 | 0.035 | 0.035 |
| A516 Gr60 | 0.21 | 0.23 | 0.23 | 0.25 | 0.6-0.9 | 0.80-1.20 | 0.13-0.45 | 0.035 | 0.035 |
| A516 Gr65 | 0.24 | 0.26 | 0.26 | 0.28 | 0.85-1.20 | 0.85-1.20 | 0.13-0.45 | 0.035 | 0.035 |
| A516 Gr70 | 0.27 | 0.28 | 0.28 | 0.30 | 0.85-1.20 | 0.85-1.20 | 0.13-0.45 | 0.035 | 0.035 |
ASTM A516 Grade 60 Plate Mechanical Properties
| Mechanical Property | Tensile strength (MPa) |
Minimum yield strength (MPa) |
Minimum elongation (%) gauge length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50mm | 200mm | |||
| A516 Gr55 | 380-515 | 205 | 27 | 23 |
| A516 Gr 60 | 415 – 550 | 220 | 25 | 21 |
| A516 Gr65 | 450 – 585 | 240 | 23 | 19 |
| A516 Gr70 | 485 – 620 | 260 | 21 | 17 |
Why Choose Astromet Steel & Engineering?
✔ Trusted supplier of ASTM A516 Grade 60 plates
✔ Strict ASTM / ASME compliance
✔ Custom sizes, cutting & bulk supply
✔ Export-quality packaging with complete MTC
ASTM A516 Grade 60 Carbon Steel Plate Usage & Applications
ASTM A516 Grade 60 Carbon Steel Plates are extensively used in pressure vessels, industrial boilers, storage tanks, heat exchangers, petrochemical equipment, refineries, and power generation systems. These plates are ideal for applications where moderate strength and high reliability are required.
