S690QL High-toughness Steel Plate VS A709 Grade 100 Bridge Steel

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S690QL-QUALITY-CERTIFICATE.pdf

S690QL and A709 Grade 100 are high-strength steel grades considered equivalent by some standards, though S690QL is specified under European norms (EN 10025-6) and A709 Grade 100 under American (ASTM) standards. The main difference lies in their specific standards, but both are quenched and tempered steels designed for high-stress applications. S690QL's "L" designation specifically indicates it meets low-temperature impact testing requirements, a factor that may lead to tighter impurity limits compared to general equivalent grades.

 

S690QL high-strength steel

 

 

Product information

 

S690QL is a high strength quenched and tempered steel grade that complies to steel specification EN 10025. The designation S690QL refers to a minimum yield strength of 690 MPa.

The combination of good availability and pricing and high strength combined with ease of fabrication has made S690QL steel plate a popular grade for both mobile applications such as cranes and lifting equipment and fixed steel structures. The high strength nature of this steel means that structures can be designed lighter and for mobile application this means increase in payload and operational efficiency.

 

Chemical composition & Mechanical property

 

Typical chemical composition of S690QL % Max

C

SI

Mn

P

S

N

B Cr Cu Mo Nb Ni Ti V Zr
0.2 0.80 1.70 0.025 0.015 0.015 0.005 1.50 0.50 0.70 0.06 2.0 0.05 0.12 0.15

 

Mechanical Properties of S690QL
Designation     Mechanical Properties (ambient temperature)
Steel Name Steel Number   Min. Yield Strength ReH MPa   Tensile Strength Rm MPa   Min. & elongation after fracture
  Nominal thickness (mm)   Nominal thickness (mm)    
  >3 <50 >50 <100 >100 <150   >3 <50 >50 <100 >100 <150    
S690QL 1.8931   690 650 630   770/940 760/930 710/900   14

 

V notch impact testing

Grade

Sample Orientation

at 0°C

at -20°C

at -40°C

at -60°C

S690QL Longitudinal 50J 40J 30J  
S690QL Transverse 35J 30J 27J  

 

A709 Grade 100

 

 

Product information

 

A709Gr100,A709Gr.100,A709 Grade 100,A709 Gr 100,Grade A709Gr100,A709 Grade 100 steel

Adopt standard: ASTM A709/A709M-07
Gnee steel grade: A709 Gr.36, A709 Gr.50, A709 Gr.50W, A709 Gr.HPS50W/HPS70W, A709 Gr.100/100W,A709 Grade 36,A709 Grade 50,A709 Grade 50S,A709 Grade 50W,A709 Grade HPS50W,A709 Grade HPS70W,A709 Grade 100,A709 Grade 100W,A709 Grade HPS100W.

A709 Grade 100 steel plate
A709 Grade 100 steel grade is a high strength low alloy structural carbon steel used in building bridge projects.
Gnee steel supply A709 Gr.100 many years in China mainland bridge projects. We also have many stock sizes in A709 Gr.100 for urgent need to our customers. Now, we are enlarging our oversea steel market in A709 Gr.100 steel plates.

 

A709 Grade 100 Chemical composition Heat analysis

 

Note 1:". . ."mean that no requirement A709 Grade 100[690],Grade 100W[690W]
Note 2,Type A,B,C,E,F,H,J,M,P,Q with A 514/A 514M A,B,C,E,F,H,J,M,P,Q steel grade the same
Max
Thick
in[mm]
Type A,% Type B,% Type C,% Type EA ,% Type FA ,% Type H,% Type J,% Type M,% Type PA ,% Type QA ,%
1.25[32] 1.25[32] 11⁄4[32] 4[100] 2.5[65] 2[50] 1.25[32] 2[50] 4[100] 4[100]
C 0.15–0.21 0.12–0.21 0.10–0.20 0.12–0.20 0.10–0.20 0.12–0.21 0.12–0.21 0.12–0.21 0.12–0.21 0.14–0.21
Mn 0.80–1.10 0.70–1.00 1.10–1.50 0.40–0.70 0.60–1.00 0.95–1.30 0.45–0.70 0.45–0.70 0.45–0.70 0.95–1.30
P,max 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035
S, max 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035
Si 0.40–0.80 0.20–0.35 0.15–0.30 0.20–0.40 0.15–0.35 0.20–0.35 0.20–0.35 0.20–0.35 0.20–0.35 0.15–0.35
Ni ... ... ... ... 0.70–1.00 0.30–0.70 ... 1.20–1.50 1.20–1.50 1.20–1.50
Cr 0.50–0.80 0.40–0.65 ... 1.40–2.00 0.40–0.65 0.40–0.65 ... ... 0.85–1.20 1.00–1.50
Mo 0.18–0.28 0.15–0.25 0.15–0.30 0.40–0.60 0.40–0.60 0.20–0.30 0.50–0.65 0.45–0.60 0.45–0.60 0.40–0.60
V ... 0.03–0.08 ... B 0.03–0.08 0.03–0.08 ... ... ... 0.03–0.08
Ti ... 0.01–0.03 ... 0.01–0.10 ... ... ... ... ... . ..
Zr 0.05–0.15C ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...
Cu ... ... ... ... 0.15–0.50 ... ... ... ... ...
B 0.0025–max 0.0005–0.005 0.001–0.005 0.001–0.005 0.0005–0.006 0.0005–0.005 0.001–0.005 0.001–0.005 0.001–0.005 ...


A 709 Gr. 100 mechanical property

 

A709 Grade Thick
mm
Yield
[MPa]
Tensile [MPa] Elongtation Min % reduction
Min
%
HB
Steel Plate Structural steel
8in[200mm] 2in[50mm] 8in[200mm] 2in[50mm]
36[250] ≤100 [250]min 400-550 20 23 20 21
  [250]min 400min 20 19
50[345] ≤100 345min 450min 18 21 18 21F
50S[345S] G 345-450HI 450minH 18 21
50W[345W]
HPS50W[HPS345W]
≤100 345min 485min 18 21 18 21J
HPS70W[HPS485W] ≤100 485min 585-760 19K
100 [690], 100W [690W],HPS100W [HPS690W] ≤65 690minB 760-895 18K L 235-293M
100 [690], 100W [690W], 65-100 620minB 690-895 16K L

 

 

EU
EN
USA
-
Germany
DIN,WNr
France
AFNOR
European old
EN
Sweden
SS
Inter
ISO
S690QL (1.8928)
A709-100
TStE690V
E690T
E690TFP
S690T
FeE690VKT
2625
E690

 

Core Differences Between S690QL and A709 Grade 100

 

 

Feature S690QL A709 Grade 100
Primary Standard EN 10025-6 (European) ASTM A709/A709M (American)
Yield Strength ≥690MPa (explicit 690MPa class) ≥100 ksi (≈689.5MPa, equivalent to 690MPa)
Tensile Strength 870-1050MPa (higher strength range) 758-896MPa (balanced for bridge loads)
Impact Toughness ≥40J at -40℃ (stricter low-temperature requirement) ≥27J at -10℃ (standard; optional -20℃)
Heat Treatment Quenched + tempered (emphasis on toughness) Quenched + tempered (optimized for fatigue resistance)
Key Application Focus Heavy machinery, offshore engineering, global industrial projects Bridges, highway infrastructure, ASTM-adopting building projects
Corrosion Resistance Base steel + optional surface treatment (hot-dip galvanizing) Standard or weathering (Grade 100W) variants for outdoor use
Target Markets Europe, Middle East, Africa, Australia (EN-standard regions) North America, South America, Caribbean, ASTM-accepting Asian markets
Quality Certifications EN 10204 3.1/3.2, CE marking ASTM certification, AASHTO compliance

 

GNEE Steel: Reliable Supplier of S690QL & A709 Grade 100 Steel Plates

GNEE Steel specializes in manufacturing and supplying high-quality S690QL and A709 Grade 100 steel plates that fully comply with EN 10025-6 and ASTM A709/A709M standards. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing (tensile, impact, weldability, dimensional, and non-destructive testing) to ensure performance in critical applications.

 

Key Supply Advantages:

Full Standard Compliance: Certifications for EN, ASTM, ASME, and GB standards, supporting global project requirements.

Customization Capabilities: Thickness range 6mm-200mm, width 1500mm-4800mm, with precision cutting, drilling, welding, and surface treatment (anti-corrosion painting, hot-dip galvanizing) services.

Global Logistics & Documentation: Exported to Ecuador, Peru, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, USA, Australia, Singapore, and Vietnam, with professional documentation (certificate of origin, mill test report, CE/ASTM certificates) and on-time delivery.

 

For inquiries about S690QL high-toughness steel plates, A709 Grade 100 bridge steel, or customized high-strength steel solutions, please contact us:

Phone: +86 15824687445

Email: alloy@gneesteelgroup.com

 

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FAQ

What is the difference between S690Q and S690QL?

S690Q: Minimum impact toughness tested at -20°C (30J average). → Typical Use: Cranes in temperate climates, quarry equipment. S690QL: Certified for -40°C and below (≥40J impact toughness). → Critical Use: Arctic pipelines, offshore platforms, mining vehicles in Siberia.

What grade is S690QL material?

S690QL is a high strength quenched and tempered steel grade that complies to steel specification EN 10025. The designation S690QL refers to a minimum yield strength of 690 MPa.

What is S690 grade steel?

S690 high yield & fine grain steel plate is a high strength, quenched and tempered fine-grain structural steel. Structural steel S690 is used in structures that must withstand very heavy loads. This grade is meant for structures where weight savings is important.

What is the equivalent of S690 steel?

Approximate equivalents
ASTM A514, EN 10149-2 Grade S700MC, AS/NZS 3579 Grade 700, AM 700, Bisalloy 80.

What is the price of S690QL material?

S690QL High Strength Steel Plates, Thickness: 5mm to 150mm at 5,600-13,500 CNY per tonne (approx. 5.6-13.5 CNY per kilogram)/440-900 USD per tonne (approx. 0.44-0.90 USD per kilogram)

What is the hardness of S690 QL steel?

S690QL steel stockholders and suppliers. S690QL is a quenched and tempered high strength steel supplied in full plates or cut pieces with delivery to the whole of the UK. With its high yield of minimum 690MPa it offers better strength than standard carbon steel grades.

What is the effective use of high strength S690 steel in construction?

The high strength S690 steels have an excellent strength-to-self-weight ratio, and they are highly efficient to be used in heavily loaded structures. Typical applications include piles and columns in buildings and supporting members in bridges.

What is the difference between S890QL and S690QL?

S690QL, S890QL, and S960QL are all water quenched and tempered steels that comply with the EN10025:6:2004 specification. These ultra high strength steels have a minimum yield strength of 690 MPa, 890 MPa, and 960 Mpa respectively, making them ideal for use in the haulage sector.

What is the difference between S700MC and S690ql?

The S700MC Steel is basically a structural steel plate developed especially for applications requiring high yield strength. They are used for several load bearing applications. The S690ql is a low alloy structural steel which is high in strength and comes with good weldability.

What is the yield strength of s690 steel?

690 MPa.

Yield strength of 690 MPa. Used in structures bearing extremely heavy loads, such as bridges, offshore drilling rigs and buildings, as well as in heavy construction equipment and cranes.

 

Grades Of Carbon and Low-alloy High-strength Steels Supplied By GNEE
ASTM/ASME ASTM A36/A36M ASTM A36      
ASTM A283/A283M ASTM A283 Grade A ASTM A283 Grade B ASTM A283 Grade C ASTM A283 Grade D
ASTM A514/A514M ASTM A514 Grade A ASTM A514 Grade B ASTM A514 Grade C ASTM A514 Grade E
ASTM A514 Grade F ASTM A514 Grade H ASTM A514 Grade J ASTM A514 Grade K
ASTM A514 Grade M ASTM A514 Grade P ASTM A514 Grade Q ASTM A514 Grade R
ASTM A514 Grade S ASTM A514 Grade T    
ASTM A572/A572M ASTM A572 Grade 42 ASTM A572 Grade 50 ASTM A572 Grade 55 ASTM A572 Grade 60
ASTM A572 Grade 65      
ASTM A573/A573M ASTM A573 Grade 58 ASTM A573 Grade 65 ASTM A573 Grade 70  
ASTM A588/A588M ASTM A588 Grade A ASTM A588 Grade B ASTM A588 Grade C ASTM A588 Grade K
ASTM A633/A633M ASTM A633 Grade A ASTM A633 Grade C ASTM A633 Grade D ASTM A633 Grade E
ASTM A656/A656M ASTM A656 Grade 50 ASTM A656 Grade 60 ASTM A656 Grade 70 ASTM A656 Grade 80
ASTM A709/A709M ASTM A709 Grade 36 ASTM A709 Grade 50 ASTM A709 Grade 50S ASTM A709 Grade 50W
ASTM A709 Grade HPS 50W ASTM A709 Grade HPS 70W ASTM A709 Grade 100 ASTM A709 Grade 100W
ASTM A709 Grade HPS 100W      
ASME SA36/SA36M ASME SA36      
ASME SA283/SA283M ASME SA283 Grade A ASME SA283 Grade B ASME SA283 Grade C ASME SA283 Grade D
ASME SA514/SA514M ASME SA514 Grade A ASME SA514 Grade B ASME SA514 Grade C ASME SA514 Grade E
ASME SA514 Grade F ASME SA514 Grade H ASME SA514 Grade J ASME SA514 Grade K
ASME SA514 Grade M ASME SA514 Grade P ASME SA514 Grade Q ASME SA514 Grade R
ASME SA514 Grade S ASME SA514 Grade T    
ASME SA572/SA572M ASME SA572 Grade 42 ASME SA572 Grade 50 ASME SA572 Grade 55 ASME SA572 Grade 60
ASME SA572 Grade 65      
ASME SA573/SA573M ASME SA573 Grade 58 ASME SA573 Grade 65 ASME SA573 Grade 70  
ASME SA588/SA588M ASME SA588 Grade A ASME SA588 Grade B ASME SA588 Grade C ASME SA588 Grade K
ASME SA633/SA633M ASME SA633 Grade A ASME SA633 Grade C ASME SA633 Grade D ASME SA633 Grade E
ASME SA656/SA656M ASME SA656 Grade 50 ASME SA656 Grade 60 ASME SA656 Grade 70 ASME SA656 Grade 80
ASME SA709/SA709M ASME SA709 Grade 36 ASME SA709 Grade 50 ASME SA709 Grade 50S ASME SA709 Grade 50W
ASME SA709 Grade HPS 50W ASME SA709 Grade HPS 70W ASME SA709 Grade 100 ASME SA709 Grade 100W
ASME SA709 Grade HPS 100W      
EN10025 EN10025-2 EN10025-2 S235J0 EN10025-2 S275J0 EN10025-2 S355J0 EN10025-2 S355K2
EN10025-2 S235JR EN10025-2 S275JR EN10025-2 S355JR EN10025-2 S420J0
EN10025-2 S235J2 EN10025-2 S275J2 EN10025-2 S355J2  
EN10025-3 EN10025-3 S275N EN10025-3 S355N EN10025-3 S420N EN10025-3 S460N
EN10025-3 S275NL EN10025-3 S355NL EN10025-3 S420NL EN10025-3 S460NL
EN10025-4 EN10025-4 S275M EN10025-4 S355M EN10025-4 S420M EN10025-4 S460M
EN10025-4 S275ML EN10025-4 S355ML EN10025-4 S420ML EN10025-4 S460ML
EN10025-6 EN10025-6 S460Q EN10025-6 S460QL EN10025-6 S460QL1 EN10025-6 S500Q
EN10025-6 S500QL EN10025-6 S500QL1 EN10025-6 S550Q EN10025-6 S550QL
EN10025-6 S550QL1 EN10025-6 S620Q EN10025-6 S620QL EN10025-6 S620QL1
EN10025-6 S690Q EN10025-6 S690QL EN10025-6 S690Q1 EN10025-6 S890Q
EN10025-6 S890QL EN10025-6 S890QL1 EN10025-6 S960Q EN10025-6 S960QL
EN 10149 EN 10149-2 S315MC S355MC S420MC S460MC
S500MC S550MC S600MC S650MC
S700MC S900MC S960MC  
JIS JIS G3101 JIS G3101 SS330 JIS G3101 SS400 JIS G3101 SS490 JIS G3101 SS540
JIS G3106 JIS G3106 SM400A JIS G3106 SM400B JIS G3106 SM400C JIS G3106 SM490A
JIS G3106 SM490YA JIS G3106 SM490B JIS G3106 SM490YB JIS G3106 SM490C
JIS G3106 SM520B JIS G3106 SM520C JIS G3106 SM570  
DIN DIN 17100 DIN17100 St52-3 DIN17100 St37-2 DIN17100 St37-3 DIN17100 RSt37-2
DIN17100 USt37-2      
DIN 17102 DIN17102 StE315 DIN17102 EStE315 DIN17102 TStE315 DIN17102 WStE315
DIN17102 StE355 DIN17102 EStE355 DIN17102 TStE355 DIN17102 WStE355
DIN17102 StE380 DIN17102 EStE380 DIN17102 TStE380 DIN17102 WStE380
DIN17102 StE420 DIN17102 EStE420 DIN17102 TStE420 DIN17102 WStE420
DIN17102 StE460 DIN17102 EStE460 DIN17102 TStE460 DIN17102 WStE460
DIN17102 StE500 DIN17102 EStE500 DIN17102 TStE500 DIN17102 WStE500
DIN17102 EStE285      
GB GB/T700 GB/T700 Q235A GB/T700 Q235B GB/T700 Q235C GB/T700 Q235D
GB/T700 Q275      
GB/T1591 GB/T1591 Q345A GB/T1591 Q390A GB/T1591 Q420A GB/T1591 Q420E
GB/T1591 Q345B GB/T1591 Q390B GB/T1591 Q420B GB/T1591 Q460C
GB/T1591 Q345C GB/T1591 Q390C GB/T1591 Q420C GB/T1591 Q460D
GB/T1591 Q345D GB/T1591 Q390D GB/T1591 Q420D GB/T1591 Q460E
GB/T1591 Q345E GB/T1591 Q390E    
GB/T16270 GB/T16270 Q550C GB/T16270 Q550D GB/T16270 Q550E GB/T16270 Q550F
GB/T16270 Q620C GB/T16270 Q620D GB/T16270 Q620E GB/T16270 Q620F
GB/T16270 Q690C GB/T16270 Q690D GB/T16270 Q690E GB/T16270 Q690F
GB/T16270 Q800C GB/T16270 Q800D GB/T16270 Q800E GB/T16270 Q800F
GB/T16270 Q890C GB/T16270 Q890D GB/T16270 Q890E GB/T16270 Q890F
GB/T16270 Q960C GB/T16270 Q960D GB/T16270 Q960E GB/T16270 Q960F
GB/T16270 Q500