CCS B and CCS D are grades of shipbuilding steel plate standardized by the China Classification Society (CCS), differing primarily in their mechanical properties, with Grade D offering higher strength (minimum yield strength) than Grade B, both being common for general construction, with CCS also having Grades A and E for varying strength/toughness. These grades specify requirements for yield strength, tensile strength, and often impact toughness (especially at lower temperatures for E grade), crucial for safe ship construction.
CCS B Normal Strength Max Chemical Composition in Hot-rolled
|
Element |
CCS B Max % |
Element |
CCS B Max % |
|
C |
0.21 |
Ni |
|
|
Mn |
0.80 |
Mo |
|
|
Si |
0.35 |
Al |
|
|
S |
0.035 |
Nb |
|
|
P |
0.035 |
V |
|
|
Cu |
|
Ti |
|
|
Cr |
|
N |
|
CCS D Normal Strength Max Chemical Composition in Hot-rolled
|
Element |
CCS D Max % |
Element |
CCS D Max % |
|
C |
0.21 |
Ni |
|
|
Mn |
0.60 |
Mo |
|
|
Si |
0.1-0.35 |
Al |
|
|
S |
0.035 |
Nb |
|
|
P |
0.035 |
V |
|
|
Cu |
|
Ti |
|
|
Cr |
|
N |
|
CCS B Normal strength property in Hot-rolled
|
Grade |
Thickness |
Yield Strength |
Tensile Strength |
Elongation |
Impact Energy |
|
(mm) |
MPa (min) |
MPa |
% (min) |
(KV J) (min) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 degree |
|
|
CCS B |
8-240 |
235 |
400-520 |
22 |
27J |
CCS D Normal strength property in Hot-rolled
|
Grade |
Thickness |
Yield Strength |
Tensile Strength |
Elongation |
Impact Energy |
|
(mm) |
MPa (min) |
MPa |
% (min) |
(KV J) (min) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
-20 degree |
|
|
CCS D |
8-240 |
235 |
400-520 |
22 |
27J |
Key Differences & Characteristics:
CCS Grade B: A standard, normal-strength shipbuilding steel, often used for general hull structures.
CCS Grade D: A higher-strength normal-strength steel compared to Grade B, suitable for applications needing greater structural integrity and load-bearing capacity.
Classification: Both fall under normal strength steels, with higher grades (like E) offering improved toughness.
Applications: Used in various parts of ship hulls and offshore structures where their specific strength and ductility are required.





