Shandong Jialu International Trade Co., Ltd · Liaocheng, Shandong, China
Steel Plate

A516 Grade 70, 65, 60, 55 Boiler Pressure Vessel Steel Plate

ASTM A516 Grade 70, 65, 60 and 55 steel plates are designed for pressure vessel and boiler service at moderate temperatures. These plates are supplied in thicknesses from 2 to 150mm, widths from 600 to 3000mm, and lengths of 6000 or 12000mm, with customization available. Jialu Metal holds these grades in stock across multiple thicknesses and dimensions, so a project requiring different grades within the same vessel o

  • ASTM A516 grades cover the full range from 55 to 70, allowing selection based on design pressure and temperature requirements
  • Stocked in thicknesses from 2mm to 150mm, widths from 600mm to 3000mm, and lengths of 6000mm and 12000mm, with customization available
  • One supplier for mixed-grade pressure vessel scopes, reducing the need for multiple contracts and inspection dates
  • Consistent mill certification and in-house testing ensure compliance with project specifications

Mill certificates issued against the ordered grade and standard. Third-party inspection available on request.

Overview

What This Material Is For

ASTM A516 Grade 70, 65, 60 and 55 steel plates are designed for pressure vessel and boiler service at moderate temperatures. These plates are supplied in thicknesses from 2 to 150mm, widths from 600 to 3000mm, and lengths of 6000 or 12000mm, with customization available. Jialu Metal holds these grades in stock across multiple thicknesses and dimensions, so a project requiring different grades within the same vessel or boiler does not need to be split across multiple mills or inspection cycles. All plates are available in standard and custom sizes, with consistent mill certification and export readiness.

Key benefits

Why Buyers Choose It

  • ASTM A516 grades cover the full range from 55 to 70, allowing selection based on design pressure and temperature requirements
  • Stocked in thicknesses from 2mm to 150mm, widths from 600mm to 3000mm, and lengths of 6000mm and 12000mm, with customization available
  • One supplier for mixed-grade pressure vessel scopes, reducing the need for multiple contracts and inspection dates
  • Consistent mill certification and in-house testing ensure compliance with project specifications
  • Custom sizes and thicknesses available without requiring a new production run or long lead time
Application scenarios

Where It Is Used

  • Boiler drums and pressure vessels in power generation and industrial steam systems using A516 Grade 70 and 65 for high-pressure service
  • Storage tanks and process vessels in petrochemical and chemical plants where A516 Grade 60 and 55 meet moderate pressure and temperature demands
  • Pressure vessel fabrication in oil and gas processing where code compliance to ASTM A516 is required
  • Marine and offshore equipment components where A516 plates are used in non-cryogenic pressure containment
  • Industrial heat exchangers and separators where A516 Grade 60 or 55 is selected for cost-effective performance
Buyer profile

Who It Is For

  • Pressure vessel fabricators sourcing multiple grades for a single vessel or boiler package
  • Boiler manufacturers needing A516 Grade 70 and 65 for high-pressure drums and headers
  • EPC contractors managing boiler and vessel scopes across multiple projects
  • Fabrication shops requiring consistent material certification and delivery across mixed-grade orders
  • Procurement engineers who need one supplier for A516 plates across different thicknesses and dimensions
Sourcing pain points

Problems It Solves

  • Splitting a pressure vessel scope across multiple mills due to grade or thickness availability gaps
  • Delays caused by waiting for a single mill to produce a specific thickness or grade within a project window
  • Inconsistent mill certificates when sourcing from multiple suppliers for a single vessel
  • Multiple inspection visits and shipment dates when grades are sourced from different mills
  • Lack of customization options for non-standard thicknesses or widths in standard stock lists
Engineering detail

Technical Features

  • Grade coverage includes A516 Grade 70, 65, 60, and 55, suitable for moderate-temperature pressure vessel service
  • Thickness range from 2mm to 150mm, with customization available for special requirements
  • Widths from 600mm to 3000mm, with custom widths possible upon request
  • Standard lengths of 6000mm and 12000mm, with custom lengths available
  • Material delivered with mill certificates and in-house testing records for traceability
  • Available in both normalized and heat-treated conditions as per specification
Specifications

Grades Standards And Size Range

Values below come from the published product data. Anything not listed is confirmed per enquiry.

ASTM A516 GradesGrade 70, 65, 60, 55
Thickness Range2mm to 150mm, customizable
Width Range600mm to 3000mm, customizable
Length Options6000mm, 12000mm, customizable
StandardASTM A516
Heat TreatmentNormalized or as required
Surface FinishMill finish, with options for shot blasting or cleaning upon request
TestingChemical composition and mechanical property tests per ASTM A516
CertificationMill certificate issued per ordered grade and standard
Material options

Materials

  • Carbon steel plates with controlled chemical composition for toughness and weldability at moderate temperatures
  • A516 Grade 70 for high-strength, high-pressure applications in boilers and pressure vessels
  • A516 Grade 65 for service at elevated temperatures with good creep resistance
  • A516 Grade 60 and 55 for lower-pressure systems where cost and availability are key factors
  • Material suitable for welding, forming, and machining in standard fabrication processes
How it is made

Manufacturing Route

01Raw material inspection and chemical analysis before rolling
02Hot rolling to achieve required thickness and flatness
03Normalization heat treatment to ensure uniform mechanical properties
04Straightening and leveling to meet flatness and dimensional tolerances
05Cutting to specified length and width, with edge grinding available upon request
06Surface cleaning and inspection for defects before bundling
Testing and release

Quality Control

  • Chemical composition tested against ASTM A516 requirements for each heat
  • Mechanical property tests including tensile, yield, elongation and impact testing
  • In-house CNAS-certified laboratory conducts routine testing and holds traceable records
  • Mill certificates issued for each batch, including test results and compliance statements
  • Third-party inspection available on request, bookable at order stage
What can be changed

Customisation Options

  • Custom thickness, width and length available upon request
  • Grade selection per order, so one purchase can include multiple A516 grades
  • OEM service accepted for branding, marking and packaging
  • Packing tailored to destination port, shipping method and inspection regime
  • Surface treatment options such as shot blasting or cleaning available
Honest comparison

How It Compares With The Alternatives

A36 steel plateA36 is cheaper and widely available but lacks the toughness and weldability required for pressure vessel service; A516 is the correct choice for code-stamped vessels
A537 Class 1 plateA537 Class 1 is used for higher-pressure service and requires more stringent testing; A516 is sufficient for moderate-pressure vessels and more cost-effective
A285 Grade C plateA285 Grade C is lower strength and not suitable for high-pressure applications; A516 offers higher strength and better toughness at moderate temperatures
How to specify it

Buying Guide

  • Start with the design pressure and temperature of the vessel to select the appropriate A516 grade
  • Confirm required thickness and dimensions early, as availability varies by size and grade
  • Specify the heat treatment condition (normalized) if required for weldability or code compliance
  • Include the thickness and width in the enquiry to avoid delays due to stock availability
  • Request mill certificates and third-party inspection at order stage to align with project schedules
Questions buyers ask

Questions About A516 Grade 70, 65, 60, 55 Boiler Pressure Vessel Steel Plate

Which A516 grades do you supply?

We supply A516 Grade 70, 65, 60, and 55, with customization available for other grades upon request.

What thicknesses and dimensions are available?

We stock thicknesses from 2mm to 150mm, widths from 600mm to 3000mm, and lengths of 6000mm and 12000mm, with customization available.

Can one order include multiple A516 grades?

Yes. Mixed-grade orders are standard here, which is why buyers consolidate plate, pipe and coil with us instead of splitting across mills.

What certification is provided?

Each batch comes with a mill certificate compliant with ASTM A516, and we hold ISO 9001, API Q1, PED, CE, and an in-house CNAS-certified laboratory.

Can we book third-party inspection?

Yes. Third-party inspection is available on request and is best arranged at order stage to align with production and shipment schedules.

What payment terms and currencies do you accept?

We accept L/C, T/T, PayPal, and credit card, in USD, CAD, AUD, SGD, EUR, or RMB.

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