What Is S890Q High Strength Steel Plate?
S890Q is an ultra-high strength quenched and tempered (Q&T) structural steel plate specified under EN 10025-6. The number "890" refers to its minimum yield strength of 890 MPa, while "Q" indicates delivery in the quenched and tempered condition, ensuring an excellent balance of strength, toughness, and weldability.
S890Q steel plate is widely used in heavy-duty load-bearing structures where weight reduction, high load capacity, and long service life are critical. Compared with conventional structural steels, S890Q allows designers to significantly reduce plate thickness while maintaining structural safety.
As a professional steel supplier, GNEE Steel provides S890Q plates with stable quality, strict EN standard compliance, and global export experience.
Key Features of S890Q Steel Plate
Ultra-high yield strength (≥ 890 MPa)
- Excellent strength-to-weight ratio
- Good low-temperature impact toughness
- Reliable weldability with proper procedures
- High resistance to fatigue and mechanical stress
- Suitable for harsh environments and heavy-duty service
These advantages make S890Q an ideal material for modern lightweight and high-performance engineering structures.
Chemical Composition and Mechanical Property
S890QChemical Composition | ||||||||
Grade | The Element Max (%) | |||||||
C | Si | Mn | P | S | N | B | Cr | |
S890 Q | 0.20 | 0.80 | 1.70 | 0.020-0.025 | 0.010-0.015 | 0.015 | 0.005 | 1.50 |
Cu | Mo | Nb | Ni | Ti | V | Zr |
| |
0.50 | 0.70 | 0.06 | 2.0 | 0.05 | 0.12 | 0.15 |
| |
Grade | S890Q Mechanical Property | |||||
Thickness | Yield | Tensile | Elongation | Min Impact Energy
| ||
S890 Q | mm | Min Mpa | Mpa | Min % | -20 | 30J |
3<t≦50 | 890 | 940-1100 | 11 | -20 | 30J | |
50<t≦100 | 830 | 880-1100 | 11 | -20 | 30J | |
100<t≦150 | 800 | 820-1000 | 11 | -20 | 30J | |
Chemical Composition of S890Q (Typical, %)
| Element | C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max % | 0.20 | 0.80 | 1.70 | 0.025 | 0.010 | ≤1.50 | ≤0.70 | ≤2.00 |
Mechanical Properties of S890Q Steel Plate
| Property | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Yield Strength | ≥ 890 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 940 – 1100 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥ 10% |
| Impact Test | -40°C (typical, thickness dependent) |
These properties ensure excellent performance in high-stress and low-temperature environments.
Common Thickness Range Supplied by GNEE Steel
Thickness: 6 mm – 120 mm
Width: up to 3,500 mm
Length: up to 18,000 mm
Delivery condition: Quenched + Tempered (Q&T)
Custom cutting and fabrication services are also available upon request.
Applications of S890Q High Strength Steel Plate
S890Q steel plate is widely used in industries requiring maximum strength with minimum weight, including:

1. Construction & Infrastructure
High-rise building structures
Long-span bridges
Load-bearing columns and beams
2. Lifting & Transportation Equipment
Mobile cranes
Tower cranes
Heavy-duty lifting arms and booms
3. Mining & Heavy Machinery
Excavators
Mining trucks
Structural frames for heavy equipment
4. Energy & Industrial Engineering
Wind turbine towers
Offshore structural components
Special industrial load-bearing systems

Welding & Processing of S890Q Steel Plate
S890Q has good weldability when correct welding procedures are followed:
- Preheating is recommended, especially for thicker plates
- Low-hydrogen welding consumables should be used
- Controlled heat input is critical
- Post-weld heat treatment may be required depending on application
GNEE Steel can provide technical support and welding guidance for project-based applications.
Why Choose GNEE Steel for S890Q Plates?
Strict compliance with EN 10025-6
Stable supply from qualified mills
Rich experience in export to Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia
Custom sizes, cutting, and surface treatment available
Professional technical and after-sales support
With over 15 years of steel export experience, GNEE Steel is your reliable partner for high-strength structural steel solutions.
S890Q Steel Plate FAQ
Q1: What is the equivalent grade of S890Q?
A: S890Q is similar to ASTM A514 Grade Q in performance, though standards and requirements differ.
Q2: Can S890Q be used in low-temperature environments?
A: Yes, S890Q offers excellent impact toughness, typically tested at -40°C depending on thickness.
Q3: Is S890Q suitable for welding?
A: Yes, with proper welding procedures, preheating, and consumable selection.
Q4: Does GNEE Steel provide test certificates?
A: Yes, all S890Q plates are supplied with EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificates.
Conclusion
S890Q high strength steel plate is an advanced material designed for modern heavy engineering and lightweight structural design. With superior mechanical performance and reliable quality, it plays a vital role in construction, machinery, and infrastructure projects worldwide.
Contact GNEE Steel today to get the latest price, technical datasheet, and professional support for your S890Q steel plate requirements.
| 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 | |||||





