ASTM A285 Grade C pressure vessel steel plate Specifications

The ASTM A285 specification covers low to intermediate tensile strength carbon steel for use in non–critical pressure vessel applications.

The plate is used as a weldable material in the fabrication of pressure vessels and industrial boilers using fusion welding i.e. the joining of the material by melting them together to form one. The plate is offered at a maximum thickness of 50mm for all grades to ensure internal robustness.

As ASTM A285 does not promote high tensile strength, it is used commonly in the fabrication of storage tanks and low pressure temperature controlled vessels.

GNEE Limited offers the most common grade, ASTM 285 Grade C, in a variety of sizes and thicknesses, and is available as ex–stock or directly shipped from the mill. As with all our steels, our plates come with mill test certification and stampings and we can arrange for a variety of tests to be performed on the material if specified.

Alternatively, the customer can arrange testing via a third party testing house.

Although only effective in lower pressure environments, ASTM 285 Grade C is found throughout industry in a wide range or low pressurised applications. ASTM A285 Grade C alloy steel plate is used in a range of other applications including structural, mechanical and general engineering purposes.

ASTM A285 Grade C hot rolled steel plate is a low to intermediate yield steel used in the fabrication of carbon steel pressure vessels and boilers.

The steel is intended for use in standard tanks and boilers rather than high pressurised vessels due to the steels lower yield strength. ASTM

A285 Grade C pressure vessel steel plate is supplied throughout the oil gas and petrochemical industry, and GNEE Limited hold this material in stock.

The material has good forming and welding characteristics under conventional methods.

Chemical Composition

Mechanical Properties

Hide/Show specific columns Edit

Width: Please inquire for plate widths less than 72 in. or greater than 120 in.

Length: Please inquire for plate lengths less than the listed minimum or greater than the listed maximum.

ASTM A285 Grade C hot rolled alloy steel plates are commonly used in:

• Manufacturing of pressure vessels for oil and gas industries.
• Construction of storage tanks and boilers.
• Structural applications that require good weldability and moderate strength.
• General fabrication where high strength is not a primary requirement.

In summary, ASTM A285 Grade C steel plates provide a versatile and economical solution for various applications in the industrial and structural sectors, particularly when low to intermediate strength is sufficient.

Request A Quote

If you want to learn more about GNEE's products, you can send an email to alloy@gneesteelgroup.com. We are more than happy to assist you.