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ASTM A285 / A285M Carbon Steel Plates: Complete Guide for Pressure Vessel Applications(Grade A, B, C)

FOR REQUIREMENT OF THIS GRADE OR FOR DETAIL CONTACT US AT :-

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Introduction

ASTM A285 / A285M covers carbon steel plates intended for fusion-welded pressure vessels requiring low to intermediate tensile strength. These plates are designed to provide good weldability, formability, and dependable performance in pressure vessel and boiler applications.

ASTM A285 carbon steel pressure vessel plates are widely used in industries where moderate strength and reliable service under pressure are required.

Ladhani Metal Corporation is a manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of ASTM A285 / A285M carbon steel pressure vessel plates, supplying high-quality plates for boilers, storage tanks, and pressure vessel fabrication.



Applicable Standard

Standard Specification: ASTM A285 / A285M
Organization: ASTM International
Title: Standard Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Carbon Steel, Low- and Intermediate-Tensile Strength

This specification covers carbon steel plates for fusion-welded pressure vessels with low and intermediate tensile strength requirements.



Forms of Supply

ASTM A285 carbon steel plates are supplied in the following forms:

Hot rolled plates
Cut-to-size plates
Flame cut plates
Profile cut plates

Supply Condition

As-rolled condition
Normalized condition (if required)

Surface Finish

Mill finish
Shot blasted
Coated finish (if required)

Standard Sizes

Thickness: 6 mm to 150 mm
Width: Up to 3000 mm
Length: Up to 12000 mm or as required



Grades Covered Under ASTM A285 / A285M

Grade A
Grade B
Grade C

These grades provide varying tensile strengths suitable for different pressure vessel applications.



 Chemical Requirements (Composition, %)

Elements

Grade A

Grade B

Grade C

Carbon, max

0.17

0.22

0.28

Manganese, max (Heat analysis)

0.90

0.90

0.90

Manganese, max (Product analysis)

0.98

0.98

0.98

Phosphorus, max

0.025

0.025

0.025

Sulfur, max

0.025

0.025

0.025

Note: Applies to both heat and product analyses.



Tensile Requirements

Property

Grade A

Grade B

Grade C

Tensile Strength (ksi)

45–65

50–70

55–75

Tensile Strength (MPa)

310–450

345–485

380–515

Yield Strength, min (ksi)

24

27

30

Yield Strength, min (MPa)

165

185

205

Elongation in 8 in. [200 mm], % (min)

27

25

23

Elongation in 2 in. [50 mm], % (min)

30

28

27



Key Features of ASTM A285 Carbon Steel Pressure Vessel Plates

Excellent weldability
Good formability for vessel fabrication
Reliable performance under moderate pressure
Cost-effective solution for boiler and tank manufacturing
Available in multiple grades for varied strength requirements
Suitable for low and intermediate tensile applications



Applications of ASTM A285 Carbon Steel Pressure Vessel Plates
ASTM A285 plates are widely used in industries requiring dependable steel plates for pressure-retaining applications.

Pressure Vessels
• Welded pressure vessels
• Storage tanks

Boiler Industry
• Boiler shells
• Steam tanks

Petrochemical Industry
• Process vessels
• Low-pressure tanks

Industrial Fabrication
• Structural tanks
• Fabricated vessel components



Heat Treatment

Plates are generally supplied in as-rolled condition
Normalizing may be performed to improve toughness and strength
Heat treatment enhances uniformity and fabrication performance



Conclusion

ASTM A285 / A285M carbon steel pressure vessel plates offer an economical and reliable solution for boilers, tanks, and pressure vessel applications requiring low to intermediate tensile strength. With good weldability and dependable mechanical properties, these plates are ideal for fabrication in moderate pressure environments.

Ladhani Metal Corporation supplies ASTM A285 / A285M carbon steel pressure vessel plates in various grades and sizes, ensuring high-quality products for pressure vessels, boilers, and industrial fabrication applications.

 FOR REQUIREMENT OF THIS GRADE OR FOR DETAIL CONTACT US AT :-

www.ladhanimetal.com

www.ladhanimetal.in

ladhanimetal@gmail.com

info@ladhanimetals.com

 











 

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