Difference between CCS B and CCS D steel plate

Jan 06, 2026 Leave a message

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.