The Advantages of SA 387 Gr 11 Plates in Pressure Vessel Manufacturing

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Are you in the market for quality pressure vessel plates that comply with industry standards?

SA 387 Gr 11 steel plates provide an excellent option for mechanical properties and corrosion resistance combinations. Offering a high tensile strength with great fabricability, these plates are widely used in many industries across the globe, from automotive engineering to oil & gas welding operations.

 

Read on as we explore all the advantages of this highly sought-after plate material.

 

What is SA 387 Gr 11 Plates?

SA 387 Gr 11 steel plates

SA 387 Gr 11 plates are steel alloy plates specifically designed for use in pressure vessels, boilers and heat exchangers at high-temperature services. It contains Chromium and Molybdenum as alloying elements, providing superior corrosion resistance and high-temperature strength.

These plates have excellent creep, fatigue resistance and thermal stability. Additionally, they provide good weldability under traditional methods or electron beam welding. Furthermore, it is extensively used in the oil & gas industry, where components must withstand high-temperature environments. Finally, these plates also exhibit superior crevice corrosion cracking behaviour in chloride environments, which makes them the perfect choice for such applications!

Benefits of SA 387 Gr 11 Plates

 

High-Strength Properties:

SA 387 grade 11 plates are made from chromium-molybdenum alloy steel and are designed to provide excellent material strength and superior corrosion resistance. These plates offer exceptional temperature resistance, forming ability, weldability and toughness. The combination of these properties makes them ideal for applications in high-pressure environments such as petrochemical plants, offshore oil platforms, power plants, chemical processing facilities and other industries that require protection from extremely corrosive materials. Additionally, their great tensile strength makes them the perfect choice for structural components such as bridges or storage tanks due to their capacity to withstand extreme weather conditions.

SA 387 Gr 11 steel plates

Corrosion Resistance:

SA 387 Gr 11 plates are tantalum and molybdenum alloy steel plates that offer high-temperature corrosion resistance. The chemical composition of the steel plate includes manganese, chromium, and silicon in varying concentrations. This combination of metals makes them especially well-suited for industrial applications where extreme temperatures may be reached. Additionally, their superior corrosion resistance properties make them ideal for use in environments with moisture or salt air exposure, such as marine atmospheric conditions. They possess excellent creep strength at elevated temperatures and an outstanding toughness level even at low temperatures below -200°C (-330°F). Finally, these plates are easily weldable by following conventional procedures, resulting in a homogenous joint between source material and filler metal without needing to preheat before welding operations.

Easy to Fabricate:

SA 387 Gr 11 plates are easy to fabricate, which makes them a popular choice among manufacturers. The plates can be easily cut, drilled, and welded to fit the project's requirements. This means manufacturers can use these plates to produce pressure vessels of different shapes and sizes.

SA 387 Gr 11 steel plates

Cost-Effective:

SA 387 Gr 11 plates are a cost-effective solution in pressure vessel manufacturing. These plates are known for their durability, meaning they can survive longer under high-pressure conditions, reducing the need for frequent maintenance. This, in turn, reduces the costs associated with maintenance and repairs.

Wide Availability:

SA 387 Gr 11 plates are widely available in the market. This means that manufacturers can easily source these plates from suppliers. This makes it easier for manufacturers to complete their projects on time and within budget.

 

SA387 Gr.11 Chemical Composition

 

SA387 Gr.11 CL.1Chemical Composition

Grade

The Element Max (%)

C

Si

Mn

P

S

Cr

Mo

SA387 Gr.11 Cl.1

0.04-0.17

0.44-0.86

0.35-0.73

0.035

0.035

0.94-1.56

0.40-0.70

 

SA387 Gr.11 CL.2Chemical Composition

Grade

The Element Max (%)

C

Si

Mn

P

S

Cr

Mo

SA387 Gr.11 Cl.2

0.04-0.17

0.44-0.86

0.35-0.73

0.035

0.035

0.94-1.56

0.40-0.70

 

SA387 Gr.11 Mechanical Property

 

Grade

SA387 Gr.11 CL.1 Mechanical Property

Thickness

Yield

Tensile

Elongation

SA387 Gr.11 Cl.1

mm

Min Mpa

Mpa

Min %

t≦50

240

415-585

22

50<t≦200

240

415-585

19

 

Grade

SA387 Gr.11 CL.2 Mechanical Property

Thickness

Yield

Tensile

Elongation

SA387 Gr.11 Cl.2

mm

Min Mpa

Mpa

Min %

t≦50

310

515-690

18

50<t≦200

-

-

-

 

Conclusion:

 

In conclusion, SA 387 Gr 11 plates offer several advantages in pressure vessel manufacturing. These plates are known for their high-strength properties, corrosion resistance, ease of fabrication, cost-effectiveness, and wide availability. All these benefits make SA 387 Gr 11 plates a popular choice for manufacturers looking to produce high-quality pressure vessels that can withstand the toughest conditions.

 

If you want to buy SA 387 Gr 11 plates, source them from a reliable supplier to ensure you get the best quality plates that meet your requirements.

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GNEE Steel also supplies a variety of boilers and pressure vessel steel plates, such as A204 Grade B,A515 Grade 70,A537 Class 1,SA387 Grade 11 Class 1,P265GH,S537 Class 2,P355Q,P275N,P355N,P690Q,Q345R, etc. If you want to know more about other types of steel plates, you can call the consultation hotline at +8615824687445 or send an email to alloy@gneesteelgroup.com. You are welcome to consult us, and we are very willing to answer your questions.

 

What is SA 387 GR 11 Cl 2 equivalent material?

ASME SA387

Sa 387 Gr 11 Equivalent Material is the ASME SA387 in the US markets with the European Union having modules in 13CrMoSi5-5 grade. The Sa 387 Gr 11 Cl 2 Equivalent Material is the SA387-11-2 of the ASME and ASTM standard.

 

What is the difference between SA 387 Grade 11 CL 1 and Class 2?

The difference between SA 387 Grade 11 Class 1 and Class 2 Plate lies in their mechanical properties. However, they both have the same chemical composition. The tensile strength and yield strength of class 2 material is higher than that of class 1, whereas the elongation for class 1 is higher compared to class 2.

 

What is the difference between SA 516 GR 70 and SA 387 GR 11?

Compared to carbon steel plates, SA 387 Gr 11 plates offer superior corrosion and oxidation resistance while maintaining good tensile and yield strength. Compared to SA 516 Gr 70 plates, SA 387 Gr 11 plates have better resistance to oxidation and corrosion, making them a better choice for high-temperature environments.

 

What is SA 387 GR-11 material?

SA 387 GR 11 CL. 2 Plate is a pressure vessel grade steel plate that is used in high-temperature applications. It is made of a chrome-moly alloy that contains molybdenum and chromium.

 

Grades Of Pressure Vessel Plates Supplied By GNEE
ASTM ASTM A202/A202M ASTM A202 Grade A ASTM A202 Grade B    
ASTM A203/A203M ASTM A203 Grade A ASTM A203 Grade B ASTM A203 Grade D ASTM A203 Grade E
ASTM A203 Grade F      
ASTM A204/A204M ASTM A204 Grade A ASTM A204 Grade B ASTM A204 Grade C  
ASTM A285/A285M ASTM A285 Grade A ASTM A285 Grade B ASTM A285 Grade C  
ASTM A299/A299M ASTM A299 Grade A ASTM A299 Grade B    
ASTM A302/A302M ASTM A302 Grade A ASTM A302 Grade B ASTM A302 Grade C ASTM A302 Grade D
ASTM A387/A387M ASTM A387 Grade 5 Class1 ASTM A387 Grade 5 Class2 ASTM A387 Grade 11 Class1 ASTM A387 Grade 11 Class2
ASTM A387 Grade 12 Class1 ASTM A387 Grade 12 Class2 ASTM A387 Grade 22 Class1 ASTM A387 Grade 22 Class2
ASTM A515/A515M ASTM A515 Grade 60 ASTM A515 Grade 65 ASTM A515 Grade 70  
ASTM A516/A516M ASTM A516 Grade 55 ASTM A516 Grade 60 ASTM A516 Grade 65 ASTM A516 Grade 70
ASTM A517/A517M ASTM A517 Grade A ASTM A517 Grade B ASTM A517 Grade E ASTM A517 Grade F
ASTM A517 Grade P ASTM A517 Grade J    
ASTM A533/A533M ASTM A533 Grade A Class1 ASTM A533 Grade B Class1 ASTM A533 Grade C Class1 ASTM A533 Grade D Class1
ASTM A533 Grade A Class2 ASTM A533 Grade B Class2 ASTM A533 Grade C Class2 ASTM A533 Grade D Class2
ASTM A533 Grade A Class3 ASTM A533 Grade B Class3 ASTM A533 Grade C Class3 ASTM A533 Grade D Class3
ASTM A537/A537M ASTM A537 Class1 ASTM A537 Class2 ASTM A537 Class3  
ASTM A612/A612M ASTM A612      
ASTM A662/A662M ASTM A662 Grade A ASTM A662 Grade B ASTM A662 Grade C  
EN EN10028-2 EN10028-2 P235GH EN10028-2 P265GH EN10028-2 P295GH EN10028-2 P355GH
EN10028-2 16MO3      
EN10028-3 EN10028-3 P275N EN10028-3 P275NH EN10028-3 P275NL1 EN10028-3 P275NL2
EN10028-3 P355N EN10028-3 P355NH EN10028-3 P355NL1 EN10028-3 P355NL2
EN10028-3 P460N EN10028-3 P460NH EN10028-3 P460NL1 EN10028-3 P460NL2
EN10028-5 EN10028-5 P355M EN10028-5 P355ML1 EN10028-5 P355ML2 EN10028-5 P420M
EN10028-5 P420ML1 EN10028-5 P420ML2 EN10028-5 P460M EN10028-5 P460ML1
EN10028-5 P460ML2      
EN10028-6 EN10028-6 P355Q EN10028-6 P460Q EN10028-6 P500Q EN10028-6 P690Q
EN10028-6 P355QH EN10028-6 P460QH EN10028-6 P500QH EN10028-6 P690QH
EN10028-6 P355QL1 EN10028-6 P460QL1 EN10028-6 P500QL1 EN10028-6 P690QL1
EN10028-6 P355QL2 EN10028-6 P460QL2 EN10028-6 P500QL2 EN10028-6 P690QL2
JIS JIS G3115 JIS G3115 SPV235 JIS G3115 SPV315 JIS G3115 SPV355 JIS G3115 SPV410
JIS G3115 SPV450 JIS G3115 SPV490    
JIS G3103 JIS G3103 SB410 JIS G3103 SB450 JIS G3103 SB480 JIS G3103 SB450M
JIS G3103 SB480M      
GB GB713 GB713 Q245R GB713 Q345R GB713 Q370R GB713 12Cr1MoVR
GB713 12Cr2Mo1R GB713 13MnNiMoR GB713 14Cr1MoR GB713 15CrMoR
GB713 18MnMoNbR      
GB3531 GB3531 09MnNiDR GB3531 15MnNiDR GB3531 16MnDR  
DIN DIN 17155 DIN 17155 HI DIN 17155 HII DIN 17155 10CrMo910 DIN 17155 13CrMo44
DIN 17155 15Mo3 DIN 17155 17Mn4 DIN 17155 19Mn6