ABS E steel plate

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ABS E steel plate is a type of ordinary-strength structural steel certified by the American Bureau of Shipping for shipbuilding and marine applications, such as hulls and offshore structures. It offers good weldability, strength, toughness, and corrosion resistance, with a minimum yield strength of 34,000 psi (235 MPa). It is designed to withstand harsh marine environments and high-impact loading conditions.

 

Key characteristics

Classification: An ordinary-strength grade in the ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) classification system for shipbuilding steels.

Primary Use: Building ships, offshore structures, and other marine components.

Strength: Features a minimum yield strength of 34,000 psi (235 MPa) and a tensile strength of 58,000–75,500 psi (400–520 MPa).

Toughness: Designed to be tough and resistant to impact, which is crucial for applications at sea.

Corrosion Resistance: Exhibits good resistance to corrosion, a vital property for marine environments.

Fabrication: It is known for good weldability, allowing for efficient cutting, forming, and welding during construction.

Certification: Certified by the American Bureau of Shipping to ensure it meets quality and safety standards for maritime use.

 

Chemical Composition

 

ABS GRADE E general Strength Chemical Composition

Grade

The Element Max (%)

C

Si

Mn

P

S

N

ABS GRADE E

0.18

0.1-0.35

0.70

0.035

0.035

0.02

 

Mechanical Property

 

ABS GRADE general strength property

Grade

 

Mechanical Property

Charpy V Impact Test

Thickness

Yield

Tensile

Elongation

Degree

Energy 1

Energy 2

ABS GRADE E

mm

Min Mpa

Mpa

Min %

-40

J

J

t≤50

235

400-520

22%

20

27

50<t≤70

235

400-520

22%

24

34

70<t≤100

235

400-520

22%

27

41

Note: Energy 1 is transverse impact test, Energy 2 is longitudinal